💡 40W T8 130V Intermediate Base Light Bulb, Microwave Clear - Satco S3917 (1/Card) Review

So far I am satisfied with these bulbs. I've bought @ Lowes & HD bulbs but they don't last more than a few days or weeks. So far these Satco bulbs are still working. The original bulbs lasted for years, but each replacement fell apart when the glass in the base (the part that screws into the socket) was sealed. I would really like to buy high quality American made lamps. Prior to these Satco lights, Chinese lights (all I could find) would just fall apart shortly after use, even damaging the…

When the light bulbs in my microwave burned out, I was amazed at how much of a hassle it can be to buy new ones. The manufacturer's lamps were insanely expensive for simple incandescent lamps. Back then, reviews of third-party lamps were mixed. I took a chance and was not disappointed. The bulbs are bright and have been working for a month. If anything goes wrong I will update my review. I wanted to make sure I tested them because I remember reading the mixed reviews and worried if they would…

I couldn't find replacement bulbs anywhere nearby. They arrived quickly and were well packaged. I ordered these for my GE microwave/ventilator and they work just as well as the originals. They even look a bit brighter, but I can only imagine that. Only time will tell how long they will last, the originals lasted around two years and the lights are left on each night as a night light in case the kids get up in the middle of the night. Edit 2/21/13: Just thought I'd update this review. A little…