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    electromechanic Posts: 26, Reputation: 1
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    Apr 12, 2010, 02:02 PM
    Maximum Watt?
    If the lighting fixture is rated for 60 watts, 75 watts, etc.. Is this based on a incandescent bulb or a CFL? Does a 60 watt CFL burn as hot as a incandescent?
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    Apr 12, 2010, 02:30 PM

    Yes the ratings are based on incandescent bulbs. If you use a CFL that gives as much light as a 60 watt bulb it will be significantly cooler. Did I understand your question correctly?
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    Apr 12, 2010, 03:20 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by electromechanic View Post
    Does a 60 watt CFL burn as hot as a incandescent?
    I think Ballen understood you.

    I'll just say that a 60W CFL would be huge. About 10" long and 4" wide.
    CFL's are rated in their actual wattage, NOT their equivalent wattage.
    A 13W CFL is about as bright as a 60W incan, but it is still only a 13W lamp.
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