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⚡ Satco S8205 Mini Spiral CFL Soft White Light Bulb - Energy-efficient GU24 Base, 18W (75W), 1200 Lumens, 2700K Review

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Special FeatureWattage 18W, Voltage 120V, Base Gu24
Light TypeCFL, Fluorescent
Wattage18 watts
Light ColorSoft White
BrandSatco

Description of ⚡ Satco S8205 Mini Spiral CFL Soft White Light Bulb - Energy-efficient GU24 Base, 18W (75W), 1200 Lumens, 2700K

10000 Average rated hours. 18-Watt GU24 base. 2700K soft white bulb. Energy Star rated. 10000 Average rated hours. 2700K soft white bulb. Energy Star rated.

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Revainrating 3 out of 5

The base is too loose and wobbles

I wanted to use less watts for my outdoor lighting than the 13W/GU24 CFL base that came with the fixture. I don't know why, but that particular GU24 pin base of that particular bulb doesn't fit securely in that lamp. It looks the same, but doesn't mount and connect properly. It's loose and wobbly so doesn't stay plugged in to catch fire. Who would have thought that there were problems with a lightbulb? Edit - After some struggle a strong friend finally managed to get this to work.

Pros
  • Energy Star Rating
Cons
  • I'll write later

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Measure twice, buy once.

This is an unusual lamp for unusual applications. The lamps are designed for a minimum overall length. I would suggest measuring the maximum length that will fit in your fixture and buying the largest bulb that will fit, regardless of the recommended wattage. Come on, these lightbulbs generate almost no heat and none of them use much electricity. However, a slightly longer lamp of the same design gives off much more light. In addition, the warm white-yellow color range appears lighter than the…

Pros
  • 10000 Average Hours
Cons
  • Unbelievable Price

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Satco 9W GU24 Mini Spiral Base 2700K 120V

Bought this bulb to fit in one of Home Depot's street lamps. Model: Wall Mount Hampton Bay Light - Dusk down. The flashlight had a 13 watt bulb which was too powerful for our needs. I was looking for lower power and there aren't many options, especially if you don't have to buy a lot. I was a bit wary based on another review that said the lamp stopped working after 3 weeks. In our case, there were no problems with the light bulb, it works perfectly. I would like to add that we don't use the…

Pros
  • 18W GU24 Base
Cons
  • Crumpled