Re: [IRCA] CFB (Compact Florescent Blubs)

[Mike Hardester <DX4EVR@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

    Okay, call me dense, but if (as I have always understood) florescent 
bulbs of whatever type cause QRM, why haven't we heard anything from 
AROs/ARRL?

    Just curious.

      

Patrick Martin wrote:
> Greetings,
>
> Are there any CFB's that do not cause RF noise? The ones I tried several
> years back caused all sorts of carriers on the band. I was told the
> newer ones are quieter. Anyone know?  The LCD bulbs are quiet, but to
> buy enough to cover a whole house would cost a fortune at $50 for bulb.
> In some areas the old bulbs are being phased out and within a few years
> they may not be available. Of course anyone could stock up with the old
> bulbs. Here in NW Oregon electric rates are reasonable at 5-6 cents k/h. 
>
> 73,
>
> Patrick
>
> Patrick Martin
> KAVT Reception Manager
>   


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