Reddit reviews Sylvania 29490 23-Watt CFL Mini Twist Light Bulb, Soft White, 6 pack
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100 watt replacement, using only 23 watts2700K for a soft white color6 bulbs per packageCFL bulbs emit soft white lightEach 23-watt bulb produces 100-watt light qualityBulbs provide 12,000 hours of lightEnergy-efficient design is better for the environmentIntegral 120-volts ballast medium screw base
There are differences. The biggest one has to do with light distribution and how that has to do with how much each part of a plant gets. More distributed lighting means more even lighting.
But the combo is really up to you and I'd have to measure each combo to truly tell what is optimal for a Space Bucket (I'm using LEDs only outside of the bucket for much lower temperatures).
The bigger bulbs get hotter but in the bucket the total heat will be energy input minus work performed (electrical efficiency, plant photosynthesis efficiency ) minus heat removed through convection (air flow).
An important thing is using a reflector if you can. You will get more light on target by using a simple to make reflector. You will get some more light by using a simple reflector in my testing. If you don't use a reflector then get them as close as possible to the reflective back surface (I've measured this).
Finally, consider bulb size. A 23 watt mini twist CFL is much small than a 65 watt CFL. I'd personally use a mini twist and believe they don't come higher than 23 watts. Take that as opinion only since I haven't done the test in bucket with CFLs.
Bottom line, finds what works best for you and stick with it but consider the relatively large size of the 65 watt bulbs vs the relatively small size of the bucket.
For light testing, BTW, I either have a custom rig set up with 5 photo sensors and a Fluke 287 meter, a quantum light meter or probe around with a fiber optic cable and a cosine head using my spectrometer to make precise measurements. A cheap digital lux meter with a remote sensor can be bought for around $20 off EBay. A light meter is a damn good investment that quickly pays for itself.
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Datsyuk [Don't laugh] (http://www.amazon.com/Sylvania-29490-23-Watt-Twist-Light/dp/B000V77B4K/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=373H57RMH55NV&coliid=I3NMBIT2ZOY7WF) I really need them! Thanks for the contest!
Wouldn't that cause issues if it overheats? Here's the bulb: http://www.amazon.com/ALZO-Digital-Full-Spectrum-Light/dp/B00198U6U6/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
I'm thinking of getting 1 of these to test: http://www.amazon.com/Sylvania-29490-23-Watt-Twist-Light/dp/B000V77B4K
Terrariums aren't great for carnies. They introduce problems you really shouldn't have to deal with, like mildew. They do just fine in individual pots.
OP: I recommend a sundew as a great starter carnie. Also buy a single CFL & a timer.