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What is a Triphosphor lamp?
Standard fluorescent lamps (halophosphor) have only one type of phosphor powder coating the inside of the tube. The purpose of this coating is to convert the ultra violet light that is produced inside the lamp by electric energy, into visible light.
What does WW mean on a light bulb?
WW. color; this lamp is a warm white lamp.
What is the white powder inside a fluorescent tube?
The white powder that you see inside a fluorescent light bulb is called phosphor, which is a substance that emits visible light whenever it absorbs ultra violet energy waves. The phosphor used in a fluorescent light bulb is what determines both the color temperature and the color rendering index.
What is Halo phosphor?
A wide variety of different whites can be created by the halophosphate system. The phosphor is in fact a blend of two different materials which radiate broadly in the blue and orange parts of the spectrum respectively. By changing the ratio of the two components a full range of warm to cool white hues can be achieved.
What does the T stand for in fluorescent tubes?
The âTâ designation in fluorescent lamp nomenclature stands for tubular â the shape of the lamp. The number immediately follow- ing the T gives the diameter of the lamp in eighths of an inch.
How do you clean up a broken fluorescent bulb?
Use sticky tape, such as duct tape, to pick up any remaining small glass fragments and powder. Place the used tape in the glass jar or plastic bag. Wipe the area clean with damp paper towels or disposable wet wipes. Place the towels in the glass jar or plastic bag.
What is the normal life of a fluorescent lamp?
Typical Average Rated Life for Various Types of Bulbs
| Incandescent | 750-2,000 hours |
|---|---|
| Fluorescent | 24,000-36,000 hours |
| HID | 10,000-24,000 hours |
| Compact Fluorescent | |
| Plug-in | 10,000-20,000 hours |
Are phosphors radioactive?
Radioactive phosphors If you have an antique watch in your possession and it glows in the dark, the chances are that it might have a dial that was coated with radioluminescent paint with phosphor and radium. And yes, it is 100 percent radioactive even now.