I analyzing the G6 bi-pin bulb selection on Bulb America (which arguably has the best prices).
- The 250 WATT bulbs are a good compromise of 300 hours runtime with 6500~9000 Lumens depending on SKU/Brand/Price.
- The 275 WATT bulbs are I think the best choice. You get the low prices of sub $5 ranges slightly more lumens at 10,000 while still offering decent bulb life at 75 Hours.
- The 300 WATT bulbs are a no no, unless you want a 1000 hour bulb with 5000 to 6000 lumens but lets face it for starting fires and putting a big smile on our faces 10K lumens just does it better.
*250 WATT
$3.05 OSRAM SKU: EVC 64657
9000 Lumens
300 hours life
275 WATT
$3.05 Osram SKU: 54253
10,000 Lumens
75 Hours
275 WATTT
$8.50 USHIO SKU: 1000588
10,000 Lumens
75 Hours
300 WATT
$14.50 Phillips SKU: 204925
10,450 Lumens
50 Hours life
300 WATT
$15.50 USHIO SKU: 1000545
10,450 Lumens
50 Hours life
300 WATT
$19.38 SKU: 1000846
6600 Lumens
1000 Hours
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