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I have a dimmer for my ceiling fan lights. They last a long time, but are hardly ever at 100%.
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03-15-2011, 05:15 PM
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Appliance lamps like you buy for the oven. Last forever. Not decorative though. Decorative lamps are not heavy duty.
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in the 'fwiw' category... the Appliance lamps (or higher voltage rated bulbs) use much more electricity for a given light output. --that's the trade-off for not having to mess with it as often.
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03-16-2011, 08:42 AM
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Another trick is to put the switched light circuit on a dimmer. The lamps will last even longer at lower voltage.
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I know it would be a hassle, and perhaps not relevant, but I always start with the simple things.
Check all connections. Power, neutral and ground, all should be separate. Do you experience any difficulties with anything else on this circuit? A loose, floating, or open neutral connection may cause some difficulties. Is this a recent problem or has it developed over time? Just some thoughts. Karl 88 Targa Sorry, I didn't check #20 Last edited by KarlCarrera; 03-16-2011 at 06:37 PM.. |
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1970/1982 Porsche 914-6/911SC 2.7 RS
