TCP CFL Circle Lamp, 200W Equivalent, Soft White (2700K) T6 Circline Lamp

When our overhead bathroom fixture went dark after 6 years, at first we couldn't even figure out how to get into the fixture to replace the circular fluorescent tube inside. A trip to the hardware store to look at similar fixtures took care of that. Once we got the fixture apart and took the tube back to the hardware store, we learned that they didn't carry this particular tube. Tried two other big-box stores in town as well as smaller, local ones - nope. Amazon, of course, had it. The original clips had become brittle and one had broken so we ordered those as well; then, after reading a few reviews, decided we might as well replace the ballast, too, just in case. Everything arrived quickly and in perfect condition, and it was easy to install.I almost gave it only 4 stars, because our original bulb was 3500K but, in researching the differences in light "color" between the 3500K and this 2850K, I learned that the lower number is a bit "warmer" and the higher number "cooler" and "brighter white." This was the overhead light for a large bath area (tub, shower and dressing), and I thought "warmer" sounded good for that application. Well, now I really wish I'd replaced it with the same as original; the "warmer" light gives a yellowish tone to everything and, to me, looks dim and dingy. But that's not the fault of Amazon.com, the seller or the bulb itself; I made a choice and it turned out to be the wrong one.

I only knocked off a star because I had to retro-fit this, being I couldn't find exact match to old one. Lots of light, using as task light in kitchen.

This is my first order of this lamp, and have only had it for a few weeks, so I can't comment on its durability or lifespan.But so far, it's working great. Lights up immediately, is nicely bright, and has a pleasing, warm light - much warmer in color than the bulb we had in before.If it lasts a long time, I would definitely purchase again due to how pleasantly warm the illumination is.

This type of light seems to be in very short supply so after one supplier sent one that got lost in the mail and sent a second that was returned to them broken they were not able to supply. This vendor did not have that many but I was very happy to see it on the doorstep when I got home and have it work when I plugged it in. I just hope that when I have to replace it again I can still find it.

This light was bright than the light which came with the fixture. I originally purchased the fixture at homedepot by me, and the stop carrying the light. Thank god for the Amazon Market place or i would be replacing a whole light fixture instead of a light!

I was forced to order this online as my local hw store had something close, but not the right fit. As others say, you're forced to re-buy TCP's replacement bulb, ballast, etc. I recommend doing all 3 - bulb, ballast and clips. The cheap plastic piece attaching the ballast to the ceiling part broke off too easy. Also, the clips are too loose on my bulb...trying to use the old ones. But, the bulb fell out several times...again cheap plastic...manufacturers really need to go back to making quality products as this one is just simply cheap in all regards. I used the bulb in a bedroom for ~4 years, lots of off and on...there is no way the bulb saw "10,000 hours" as claimed on the "Lamp Life" label...must only be for consistent ON use.Here's the thing. My original light was more "white" in color output. The new replacement bulb - exact part number (I saved the original light bulb box) is more "yellow" in color output. Again cheap manufacturing...poor quality control. This is the KEY frustration of the product in my view.The seller was prompt in their delivery, so I have no complaints with them (wasn't shipped by Amazon).

i could not find this on the entire island so i had to go online. i have no idea why they used these obscure bulbs when they built my house, but im glad i could get them on amazon for a reasonable price. thinking about getting a spare just in case, so i don't need to wait a week in the dark.bulb lasted only 2 months. dont think you should buy

Lamp works fine and has a pleasant 2700K color for indoor lights. Fast shipping too. The only gripe is the front view product photo doesn't show the plug configuration, so you have to guess if it will fit the plug in your lamp. Mine did, but only barely. Please add a photo showing the location of the plug.