> use a high efficiency bulb. They provide more light, last longer and > produce less heat. Because of this you can usually use the highest > wattage one you can obtain in any desk lamp. The worst things > about them is the shape and price But would they still blow on turn-on ? Quite happy with a 60W spot and it's not too hot. Just fed up replacing the damn things -- http://www.piclist.com hint: The PICList is archived three different ways. See http://www.piclist.com/#archives for details.