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Is it more efficient to turn off fluorescent
Index Key: ENG027
Author: williamh
Subject: Is it more efficient to turn off fluorescent ...
Text: Is it more efficient to leave fluorescent lights on or to turn
them off for a short period of time?
Response #: 1 of 1
Author: dipper
Text: It is always better to turn off any light if you do not need
them. However, I think what you want to know is -- is it better to turn off a
fluorescent light when leaving a room for only a short time? The answer is
dependant upon several factors, but generally, for most household
applications, it is better to leave the fluorescent lights on if they will be
off for a period of 3 minutes or less. The surge current to start the lamp is
higher than the maintaining current to keep the lamp running.
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