In our bathroom we have a 20 watt IP65 fluorescent light fitting, installed a couple of years ago.
I am becoming neurotic about the fact it takes 5-10 seconds to switch on (and always has).
Pics here:
Wisdom appreciated.
In message , Vortex wrote
Replace that little round thing in the second picture with an electronic starter.
Interesting link Alan,
I had no idea such things existed. Will drop by Maplin tomorrow and see if they have a
I'd replace the choke with an electronic one. You'll get quick smooth starting, higher efficiency and longer tube life.
Well I purchased a "electronic" starter from the local Rexel Senate. Reliable 1.5 second starting now.
Seems to do like it says on the tin.
Thanks for the advice.
David
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