Do they get HOT ? I want to place them in my exhaust fan light over the stove. There is very little room in the lamp holder and then there is a clear cover over that.
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Not at all!! They were a bit bright for my bedside lamp and I actually have plastic yellow tail light (automotive type) lens repair tape wrapped entirely around both bulbs. Don't if it is recommended or not but it works great. Also, I work graveyard shift and leave the lamp lit all night long while at work. I can actually hold the bulb after several hours of illumination and they are only slightly warm but never too hot to hold. Should be no problem whatsoever.
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This keeps cool Here is a link to a great 5W LED Candelabra Bulb Warm White Equivalent to 40W Incandescent Triangle bulbs 5W LED Candelabra Light Bulbs Equivalent to 40W Incandescent Bulb the perfect chandelier led light bulbs, E12 Base Warm White 2800K
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Was curious about this myself, so I measured the temperature with my infrared thermometer. The base of the bulb got surprisingly warm given the 4.5 watts, and measured around 150 degrees F or so. For reference, the 40w incandescent bulbs they replaced got to about 260 degrees F. So noticeably cooler, but still warmer than I expected.
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In general, LEDs do not last long if used in enclosed fixtures, especially if exposed to heat.
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They get WARM, not hot. Usually exhaust fan hoods over stoves use halogens, which are very hot. LED's may not be bright enough if they fit.
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These generate a good amount of heat. If you're putting them in a waterproof fixture, you need to make sure they don't overheat considering the sealed container. I would think it is best to verify with the manufacturer.
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Yes, they are amazing like that :) Just a suggestion, tho: I'd really recommend that you use an LED bulb for this lamp since it doesn't heat up. Also, using a 40W equivalent LED Globe bulb worked best for me in terms of lighting (that is, if you want your light to be bright but also very relaxing for the eyes) and this bulb, specifically, is really durable and energy efficient. Hope it helps (Pack of 4) G25 LED Bulb 6W, Warm white, 3000K, 40W Globe Bulb Incandescent Replacement, clear Cover, Dimmable, UL Listed, Energy star certified,
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I can only answer from my own experience with an 8 foot ceiling in my kitchen. I don't experience any unusual heat from them.
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I love them, they do not get hot, are easy to mount, and are dimmable. They should work fine in your application. More than plenty of countertop illumination
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I haven't tried that but I don't know why they wouldn't. They are like a regular light bulb in every sense. Unless you mind the flame pointing down which it does not seem like you would. Just remember they put off no real light, they are for decorative purposes and produce a beautiful glow. I love them and would try it for sure.
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I have these in several fixtures and I do leave some of these on for extended periods, and they certainly don't produce as much heat as an incandescent bulb. By no means would I call the amount of heat they do produce "tremendous".
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I've installed a dozen of these in 4" recessed Halo-brand fixtures with trim (H99 is the Halo Model number). There have been no overheating problems (the fixtures have a heat sensor and turn off if they overheat). I think the LED bulbs don't get nearly as hot as Halogen bulbs.
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Yes, they do get hot, but maybe it is because I have a gas range. We do have to use pot holders.
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Yes, they will give hot. However, it depends on how long you have it turned on. It doesn't immediately get hot.
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They seem to get hot enough to prevent the build up. Although they don't get as hot as halogen or hid lights. One thing I have noticed when they get dirty they seem to effect the been pattern more than with other lights. Not a complaint just an observation.
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I'm using as an appliance light in our dryer and haven't had any problems. These things burn cooler than incandescently, so I don't see why it would be a problem. Maybe the manufacturer will have something to add. They seem to be very customer-service oriented.
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Yes, they get too hot to touch. That's why they have the rod with the small ball on the end to adjust the direction of the lamp.
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They don't get hot! There is a very small uncovered metal piece near the actual pan that gets a little warm, but is not in the place you would pick it up! Hope that helps!
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I haven't had that happen to me. My regular bulbs would run so hot they were burning my covers. These bulbs can stay on for a while and the cover isn't even warm.
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These cannot take ANY heat. I purchased them for my landscape lighting, 50 watt halogen, and they began to melt almost immediately. I'm not really sure what they ARE good for. Hope this helps.
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They are Light emitting diodes. they don't get hot. But they are bright as heck for their size!