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05-16-2008, 07:25 PM
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Does this CFL need a ballast?
Hey guys, I'm just wondering if this 42 watt cfl can be used in a normal fixture or if it needs a ballast or somethin. Thanks.
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05-16-2008, 07:39 PM
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CFL's by definition don't need a balast. And yes, a 42w one will fit in a normal fixture.
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05-16-2008, 07:58 PM
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alright cool. Im just checking because I heard somewhere that for the higher wattage you need a ballast. So even if the CFL was a 50 or 60 watt, a ballast wouldnt be needed?
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05-17-2008, 07:33 AM
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Only CFL's that need a ballast are the 125w+ (not equiv) with a mogul base and the ballast is housed in the fixture used to accomodate that bulb. I have heard of some CFLs over 200w that do require a external ballast though.
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