Mini Compact Fluorescent Colormax Lamp Light Bulb 50/50, 10W Review

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(More customer reviews)I use two of these bulbs in the hood of a 10 gallon freshwater tank.
Pros:
-gives off a lot of light
-makes your tank look really good, you can really see fish coloration
-uses very little electricity
-does not generate much heat
Cons:
-don't seem to last long, 3-4 months usually (I have purchased them from Amazon, and from a couple of local pet stores-they all seem to have the same lack of longevity no matter where they come from)
-you will need a dark hiding spot for anyone who doesn't
like to be in the bright light
-I have higher green algae growth, vs 'yellow' incandescent bulbs
-does not generate much heat (only bad if you do not use a heater and rely on the bulb to warm your water)
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Edit 4/4/2011: Rating lowered to 2 stars. These bulbs are not as waterproof or water resistant as they should be, I went to change one of these that went out (I keep a couple of incandescent bulbs for temporary use when one of these dies) and I could smell the odor of burnt plastic coming from the tank hood. I removed the bulb and found scorch marks on the plastic base where the glass tube enters. The bulb had accumulated water inside the base (which came out black) and I'm guessing caught fire.
After multiple attempts to contact them the manufacturer will not respond to inquiries about why these bulbs do not last very long or why the one bulb was not appropriately waterproof or water resistant. I don't think I will be buying more of this bulb-unless the manufacturer decides to reply to my questions and stand behind their product, or improve it.

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Colormax is designed to be used where space is limited and powerful light is desired. 50% 10k daylight, 50% actinic 03 blue. 50/50 is perfect for freshwater or saltwater aquariums. Low operating temperature. Dimensions - 6.25 X1.75 X1.75

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