Reflector

jpockets420

jpockets420

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you don't need reflectors for cfl's. They are more efficient without reflectors as most of the intensity is generated from the sides of the bulb. Put a reflector on it and you just reduced the intensity of the light by half.
 
BlueBalls

BlueBalls

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jpockets420 said:
you don't need reflectors for cfl's. They are more efficient without reflectors as most of the intensity is generated from the sides of the bulb. Put a reflector on it and you just reduced the intensity of the light by half.
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Reflectors actually increasing illumination.
In other words; the foot-candles or lux at a point in space will be greater from a source with a reflector.

Here are two DIY CFL reflectors.

https://www.rollitup.org/grow-room-design-setup/401145-diy-cfl-reflector-hood-cheap.html
https://www.rollitup.org/cfl-fluorescent-lighting/303296-types-clfs.html#post3794884


 
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