Would this light bulb be appropriate for glass enclosed light fixture in bathroom? If not, what LED 60W replacement bulb would you suggest?
1341117
I put it in my bathroom and love it however it is really bright but that is what I like.
1341118
Hello;Yes, definitely. We use them for that purpose and for glass-enclosed hallway lighting.
1341119
this will work for glass enclosed light fixtures. I've used one for out doors. its lasted me over 3 years.
1341120
The led bulbs work well in enclosed locations. Just make sure the size of the bulb will fit.They are good for stove hoods and ceiling fans because they generate much less heat.
1341121
I don't know what your fixture looks like but I have 3 of these in my bathrooms. I just added one to our porch light and one to the front yard light. They are perfect and I look forward to them lasting for years! sorry if I am not much assistance
1341122
Switch brand LED bulbs are the only ones I've found that are rated for enclosed fixtures because they have a different way of dealing with the heat generated. I don't believe most LEDs will fail quickly when running too hot, just have a reduced lifespan. As I understand LED end of life failure is a gradual decrease in brightness, so it may not be quickly noticeable as they "fail."
1341123
Hello; Yes, definitely. We use them for that purpose and for glass-enclosed hallway lighting.
1341124
Someone else has said "behind glass" is OK. I just want to add that we use them in our regular lamps and we love them. We much prefer the "COOL" 9 watt. I think it has the same clarity for reading, crafting, etc. that my super expensive Verilux lamp provides. Hope this helps.
1903174
This particular model is fine in closed spaces; the revolutionary heat venting (even if it's feeding into a small enclosed area) fixes the traditional problem with LEDs for 100w replacement bulbs. Please note this bulb shape is a good inch longer than a normal A21 bulb! If the placement of the light source within the enclosure is relevant, you may end up with an off-center light.
131946
Most LED bulbs should work as long as they're not much larger than a regular incandescent. Only possible problem I can think of is overheating. It's fairly sealed so the heatsinks on some bulbs won't be very effective which could reduce the life of the bulb. Some LEDS warn against using them in enclosed fixtures for this reason. The fixture can also be used just with the metal cage without the glass dome which would allow airflow while still offering some protection.
1104925
I have a three lamp fixture that looks like a 75-100 watt incandescent. So to be honest, your 60 watt example would need two of these bulbs. They are also candelabra based (minny) designed for a chandelier or a similar styled lamp.
2234505
I believe you will be fine as long as you don't exceed the rated total wattage. I run up to a 60w bulb at times with no issues at all.
1272863
I am pretty sure it has a 100W limit, and 2 regular 60W incandescent light bulbs will exceed the limit. If you use *dimmable* LED or fluorescent bulbs, or use 2 40 W incandescents, that would be fine. I am pretty sure the manufacturer says alternative bulbs are ok, so long as they are the dimmable kind.
1347976
Absolutely Peter, this bulb is rated at only 15-watts. So it will come no where near that wattage rating. We know how confusing the replacement wattage value can be with LEDs Thanks
395771
I tried a 60w regular bulb and might have been able to get it in but it would really be tight and I was afraid I might break it. A higher wattage bulb might work if it has a longer neck.
2108710
I would have no problem using this in a Max 60 watt fixture. Keep in mind that the Max ratings are normally related to the ability of the socket to handle bulb heat. Since the LED bulbs generate little heat it shouldn't be a problem. I have one in a workbench fixture and it's been working fine for 6+ months. I was going to use a CLF but the person using the bench has a problem with the flicker coming off CLF bulbs. No complaints with the Phillips LED so I think he is sold on the LED bulb.
1494122
What do you mean by an enclosed fixture? Though i don't see why not. I've been replacing the bulbs in my house and others because of the lower power use/heat generation. Low energy bulbs are saving me tons of money. Since there is far less heat generation I don't see why this would be an issue.
1808977
Be careful. I have seen some specifications on these types of bulbs that state they should not be used in a fully enclosed fixture. For your safety, I would double check that this one could.
43327
I use an LED globe bulb for this fixture with 350 lumens and the light is just outstanding and bright, but only consumes 5W. It doesn't heat up and it perfectly fits. This bulb is really a good find for this lamp, I highly recommend it Triangle Bulbs T90020 (Pack of 2) G16 Decorative Globe Light Bulbs 300 Lumen 5-watt LED Light Bulb with E26 Base, Color 3000K, Dimmable, UL Listed, Energy star certified,
2108709
Yes. The old style incandescent lamps rated at 65 watts meant 65 watts of POWER.The 65 watt equivalent LED Lamps give the same approximate amount of LIGHT as a 65 watt incandescent lamp but only use around 10.5 watts of power. A fixture rated at 60 watts was limited by the amount of HEAT it could withstand safely, which in your case is the heat created by a 60 watt bulb. The LED lamp only produces the heat of a 10.5 watt bulb so your fixture will be safe to use this bulb.
600423
You can use either. I am actually using a 60W equivalent LED bulb and it's the best that worked for me in terms of lighting and durability. Been using it for years now and nothing has changed with the quality. Here's it: Triangle Bulbs T95121-6 (6 pack) - LED Dimmable 60 Watt Equivalent Warm White A19 Light Bulbs, 6 pack
820963
I think it would be safe. I don't have a Cree bulb. Do you think the outer glass is thinner or different on a Cree 60 watt bulb than on an incandescent 60 watt bulb? Since the Cree bulbs are made in the USA I suggest you call them to get an answer to your question and to put your mind at ease.
2025212
These bulbs are approximately the same size as traditional 60w bulbs. If your current bulbs are the smaller 40w incandescents ... there might be a size issue. My advice would be to purchase the Crees, and even if they didn't fit ... you can always find other 60w bulbs in need of an energy-efficient upgrade!
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The packaging and bulb states 120V @ 15 watts. I think the higher voltage would cause this bulb to self destruct and possibly cause harm if the glass shatters. Buy an inexpensive clamp on light fixture at any home improvement store. It will serve the purpose and be safe to use with the low voltage that this bulb uses.