Are all 4-pin light bulbs the same?
4-pin plug-in CFL bulbs follow the same designation as other pin base with a “q” following the pin spacing number, which stands for quadruple, then either a 1, 2, or 3. This final number indicates the base’s dowel position. You may always notice some CFL bases have an “X” following the “G” in their designation.
How do I identify a CFL bulb?
Identifying marks. In addition you may see something along the lines of X Watt = Y Watt. The lower number (X) usually signifies a CFL Wattage which is equivalent to an incandescent bulb’s Wattage (Y). If you see these markings, then you are more than likely dealing with a CFL bulb.
How do you remove 4 pin lights?
Insert the remover tool up towards the base of the bulb. Slightly spread the side arms open to latch over the base. Hold the sides of the arms together while pulling downward. You may have to wiggle the bulb side-to-side or front-to-back to loosen the bulb pins from the socket.
What are the types of CFL bulbs?
– Compact Fluorescent (General Electric, 13 W, 6500 K) – Incandescent (Sylvania, 60 W, Extra Soft White) – Compact Fluorescent (Bright Effects, 15 W, 2644 K – Compact Fluorescent (Sylvania, 14 W, 3000 K)
Is there a 40 Watt CFL bulb?
We are accustomed to choosing bulbs by how much electricity they use. For example, a 40-watt incandescent bulb is on the dim side and uses less power, while a 100-watt bulb is bright and uses a lot of juice. CFL bulbs have much lower wattage numbers than their incandescent cousins, but don’t let that fool you.
How to install 4 foot fluorescent tube bulbs?
Turn Off the Power. Deenergize old fixture.
What are the 4 characteristics of light bulbs?
– to light a bulb – to experimentally show that an incandescent light bulb does not obey Ohm’s Law – to determine the temperature of the bulb filament