In marine field we are using HP sodium lights, Fluorescent lights, Xenon lights etc... for external lighting (main deck).my doubt is that in areas like Artic (temp. below zero) is there any problem for using these lights. Is there any chance for breakage of bulb?
2007-02-20 14:01:29 · 3 answers · asked by ashok k 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
That's quite a variety of lights. The problem with fluorescents is that they just won't start at temperatures below freezing. Other low pressure bulbs may have a problem also. Mercury vapor lights are rated down to -80F at one site. Search for 'light bulb temperature ratings'
2007-02-20 14:17:08 · answer #1 · answered by Mike1942f 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They will fail prematurely do to improper gas pressure. They will often flicker in and out as the ballast attempts to restart the lamp.
Special higher pressure and gas mix are used for low temperature environments.
2007-02-21 00:08:13 · answer #2 · answered by ★Greed★ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ya i think that there shouldnt be a problem but to be sure so that the lights dont break by ones made for that type of temp.
2007-02-20 22:04:49 · answer #3 · answered by Alsaqri 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋