can florescent bulbs be used?
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Yes, it appears that it should work, but the size might be difficult find (candelabra base) in CFL. It is a smaller bulb and base than a 'standard' light bulb.
978558
It is the bulb not the fixture that makes it dimmer compatible. So if you use standard bulbs this is fixture can be used with a dimmer. The low energy florescent bulbs are usually the problem with dimmers. What is great about this fixture is you can use high wattage bulbs. I use phillips low energy standard bulbs that are about 50 watts but output about 2500 lumens which is about a 100 watt bulb. Multiply that by three and you have one very bright fixture if needed. Good luck
1352479
No, you will have to use the aqueon led bulbs in 30 in size. There would be no way to power a 18 in florescent or connect it.
600110
I don't see why that would be a problem. They aren't like florescent bulbs that need to stay warm or take forever to warm up if they're cold. LED's don't care much about ambient temperature.
1822900
There are no "bulbs" as such as in a regular florescent fixture. There are two long rows of LED's, one on each side. I don't know the exact number of LED's, but they are spaced about every 3/4 inch, so there are a lot of them! ANOTHER OPTION: You can buy LED "tubes" to fit in an existing fixture. This requires some rewiring of the old fixture. In that case, each tube contains many LED's.
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yes you can use the current bulbs. Please let me know if there is anything else i can do for you or if you have any questions. Sincerely, Shannon
795422
As long as the light bulb is incandescent. It does not work on Florescent or LEDs. Hope this helps.
1291126
Also be aware that it may not work with higher wattage bulbs: 150, 200, etc. This is designed for lower watt bulbs, so florescent would be the optimal choice.
1027232
You can use LED BULBS however I'm not sure that there are 75w or 100w LED's on the market. You can definitely use the 60w LED's that are readily available but they might not provide enough light.
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Yes, I believe that you could use any type of bulb with a standard base, including incandescent, halogen, CFL and LED. Unless the light will be on for long periods of time, I have found that halogen bulbs are probably the most efficient (i.e., produce the brightest light at relatively low wattage and much lower purchase price than either CFL or LED). Halogen bulbs are available that produce light very similar to natural light (i.e., full color spectrum) that allows true colors to be seen, which is great for applying makeup, selecting clothing, and enjoying artwork. Full spectrum halogen bulbs are available in 75 and 100 watt sizes and produce very bright light relative to wattage. Yes, I believe that you could use any type of bulb with a standard base, including incandescent, halogen, CFL and LED. Unless the light will be on for long periods of time, I have found that halogen bulbs are probably the most efficient (i.e., produce the brightest light at relatively low wattage and much lower purchase price than either CFL or LED). Halogen bulbs are available that produce light very similar to natural light (i.e., full color spectrum) that allows true colors to be seen, which is great for applying makeup, selecting clothing, and enjoying artwork. Full spectrum halogen... » Read More Yes, I believe that you could use any type of bulb with a standard base, including incandescent, halogen, CFL and LED. Unless the light will be on for long periods of time, I have found that halogen bulbs are probably the most efficient (i.e., produce the brightest light at relatively low wattage and much lower purchase price than either CFL or LED). Halogen bulbs are available that produce light very similar to natural light (i.e., full color spectrum) that allows true colors to be seen, which is great for applying makeup, selecting clothing, and enjoying artwork. Full spectrum halogen bulbs are available in 75 and 100 watt sizes and produce very bright light relative to wattage. « Show Less
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I am not sure. JMK's review of Nov. 25, 2013 mentions using led's. I use cfl's.
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It works with dimmable leds and halos. Don't know about compact florescents but don't think so. I have never seen compact florescents with that base.
1175123
Yes, one of the better options for doing so. For vegetative growth I recommend you have full spectrum or "blue" spectrum bulbs. 5400 Kelvin? That's from memory. If that's off the answers are a Google search away
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Yes. Since it is operated by a 120v on-off switch you can use the compact fluorescent bulb.
1987314
All florescent bulbs contain mercury. They are all considered hazardous waste if broken, and should not be cleaned up with your bare hands.
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Any light bulb can be used. This is a Compact Florescent bulb and will burn out quickly if you switch it on and off many times. It may be bright enough but multiple lights work better to avoid shadows when working under the hood of a car.
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Yes, I have it operating with metal halide bulbs for outside lighting. DO NOT USE FOR FLORESCENT