verilux CFML27VLX Natural Spectrum Replacement Bulb, 27 Watts

by Verilux

Product Features

• Brand: Verilux
• - Part No.: CFML27VLX
• - UPC: 768533363435
• - Wattage: 27 Watt
• - Voltage: 120 Volt

Product Description

Only a genuine verilux bulb fits in the socket of a verilux lamp. This patented 27 watts bulb is uniquely designed for verilux lamps but can also fit several other brands of lamps designed to deliver 150 watts of full spectrum lighting. Lasting up to 10,000 hours, this bulb contains a special blend of earth phosphors to produce a pure, naturally soothing light that improves contrast, color brilliance and visual focus. This verilux natural spectrum bulb makes reading and other tasks more efficient and enjoyable.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1 x 3 x 4 inches ; 4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 4.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000E841LM
• UPC: 768533363428
• Item model number: CFML27VLX
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,525 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #4 in Automotive > Exterior Accessories > Lights & Lighting Accessories > Bulbs

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

38 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars just about any 6000K GX10Q-4 base bulb will do, November 8, 2007

By 

fatmav - See all my reviews
(VINE VOICE)   

I have one from an original Verilux's fixture and the included bulb burned out in less than 2 months. Then I replaced it with another brand's bulb.

In terms of form factor, as long as it has a GX10Q-4 base (sometimes called "linear quad" or "4 pin F quads"), any replacement bulb should fit *EDIT* but please see the discussion in the product "comments" below for a brand that works and another that doesn't. I do not know why there can be so much variation in a socket specification...

In terms of light quality, as long as it's 6000K, you may not see a difference unless you do a side-by-side experiment. Sure, Verilux will claim that they are "full-spectrum", but you can read the spectroradiometer output yourself if you search for "solux verilux". I won't go so far to claim that all 6000K Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs on the market are the same. They may vary in the chemical composition and hence the color temperature. (Verilux measures 5700K in my experiment and a competitor's at 5900K. Note that most people prefer warmer temperature so indeed 5700K is more preferrable.)

Having used a different brand's replacement myself, there is very little difference in Verilux's bulb to justify the much higher price (more than double if you shop around) when compared to competitors. Your choice.

27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars DON'T BE FOOLED !, November 29, 2007

By 

J J (Palmdale, CA USA) - See all my reviews

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The picture shows a genuine Verilux bulb! They send you a cheap Chinese knockoff. They even use the genuine Verilux stock number. This was made to fool you.

26 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Wasted Money, March 28, 2006

By 

James Townsend "Learning to Shop" (Bloomington, Illinois USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

The "first" bulb I received from the Website lasted approximatey 45 minutes before burning out. I have not been able to determine if the bulb was incorrect for my lamp or not. When I called the 800 number and explained this,the person at the other end was apologetic and offered to send me a replacement. When the replacement arrived, it was cracked and broken in several places. I gave up and vowed never to order anything so fragile through the mail again.