Efficiency of low-voltage fluorescents

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From: EAVES,HUGH
Date: Fri, 14 Dec 1990 15:52

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A quick question:

Battery powered fluorescent lights are becoming quite popular for use in work
lights, flash lights, etc. How does the efficency of these lights (including
the inverter) compare to that of comparable wattage incandescent lights running
on the same voltage? 

Thanks,
Hugh

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