Bulb longevity: power compact, NO, VHO.

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Originally Posted by BrainVat

Thanks for detailed replies everyone.

Rikko, I have heard reports of PC/VHO fading after less than a year. Have you ever experienced this?

they all fade, it is part of there life span but like i stated if you are not using it for primary light you will never notice it.

the problem with PC's is when they get older the draw more current, it has been reported than in some cases up to 5X more current.

you can also run Phillips 03 no bulbs at VHO levels for about a year.

Steve