Can i use this bulb in recessed ceiling light fixtures (flood)? Will the light output be diminished?
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The box indicates it shouldn't be used in totally enclosed fixtures or "insulated air tight recessed down lights." I'm not sure what insulated air tight means in this case but if your fixture is open and ventilated if think you were good. The light itself should be great illumination wise.
1359046
I use this bulb in a wall sconce and in recessed 6x6 inch square recessed ceiling fixtures - it worked perfectly. In fact, it's BETTER than the incandescent bulbs I had been using.
459721
It's more of a spot light but I'm not sure I've ever found a flood light in a GU10 base. The closest I've ever come was to use frosted lens on a halogen bulb. LEDs in general won't provide a flood type light. The beam is too focused.
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I don't think so. I have several of these that I use for indoor small flood lights.
718531
I use a Cree 9 watt LED bulb in an outdoor fixture, which is controlled by the Honeywell RPLS531A. Works fine. Don't know about the recessed aspect but I can't think of a reason why it wouldn't. In my application, the bulb is facing downward, inside an outdoor fixture.
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This bulb would only work where you have a center plug in setup. Mine was in a ceiling light and I ended up actually replacing the fixture totally, the bulb wasn't the problem. What you should do is direct the question to Helene not me.
785709
Maybe, but check the label, it will indicate whether the bulb is designed for outdoor use. I believe this is NOT their outdoor flood model.
1286686
Yep. And I highly suggest you try this bulb: Triangle Bulbs (Pack Of 4) 8-Watt (65-Watt) BR30 LED Flood Light Bulb, Dimmable, UL Listed, Energy star certified,
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I too would like to know the light output in Lumens. I have seen other "Replacement for 500W shop/floodlights" that only draw 7.5 Watts, (1/6 as much power to run them as this one), and they claim the output is 1820 Lumens. I suspect that is less light than what this unit puts out, but for the sake of comparison, please publish the light output in the light bulb industry-standard unit of measure, (Lumens). Thank you.
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Well, since my bulbs are installed in a recessed can fixture, I can't vouch for light coming from the bottom; but light output is very much the same as normal incandescent. Instant on and dimmable as well.
706583
I have a LED bulb very similar to this in an enclosed fixture above my shower. No problems so far. Because it generates far less heat than an incandescent bulb, I think it's actually safer. Most shower light enclosures are relatively water tight, so this isn't an issue.
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On the package it says: "Not suitable for totally enclosed fixtures". The keyword here is "totally". I won't get too worried about using it in my enclosed ceiling lights. As long as the fixture is not air-tight, it should be fine.
892920
As long as that your lighting fixture is water proof and the bulb is away from rain or water, then it should be fine. However, completely shielded lighting fixture might shorten the lifespan of a led bulb.
1249847
I would not do that, but a licensed electrician would be abke to verify that. Most flourescent bulbs will NOT dim. It is the way they are built!
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I would think this bulb would be OK for recessed can light, as long as you have a lens over it. This is not a spot but should work. These stay cool to touch never get hot.
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I am using it in a dinning room fixture, in which it is in a can that covers it on all sides, except the bottom. The lamp is flush with the opening and there is about 1/2" of space around the edges of the bulb face. I have two in the fixture and both are fine, after 3 months. I think it should work the same in a ceiling fixture.
480698
Yes. I use a BR40 LED flood light. Keep the bathroom bright, but without heat.
538149
That question is a tricky one. It depends how the manufacturer and what the manufacturer uses to dissipate heat generated at the junction between the circuit board and the LED. In sealed industrial LED applications, the heat sinks are enormous and can tolerate the junction inefficiency. I seriously doubt that residential LED bulbs are designed for that purpose, so I would not recommend using these in a sealed fixture.