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What does maximum bulb wattage mean?
A light fixture’s maximum wattage often reflects how much power can go through before the wires get overwhelmed by the current and fail (i.e. start smoking or burn up). If a fixture is rated for a maximum of 60 watts, then it’s dangerous to exceed that. So take that wattage limit very seriously!
How many watts is a 13 watt LED bulb?
Equivalent Wattages and Light Output of Incandescent, CFL, and LED Bulbs
| Light Output | LEDs | Incandescents |
|---|---|---|
| Lumens | Watts | Watts |
| 450 | 4-5 | 40 |
| 750-900 | 6-8 | 60 |
| 1100-1300 | 9-13 | 75-100 |
What happens if you go over Max Watts?
Using a light bulb with too high of wattage can lead to overheating of the light bulb. This heat can melt the light socket as well as the insulation of the wires. Once that happens, you put yourself at risk of arc faults, and this is something that could even lead to property fires.
What does Max 11w mean?
A bulb that pulls more than 10 watts will cause the wiring & switch to overload. This can be a safety hazard and should be avoided. If the lamp says maximum 10 watts, then that means it is not safe for anything with a higher wattage.
Can you put 60 Watt bulb in 40 Watt lamp?
A 60 watt equivalent uses 9 watts so yes you can use this in a socket rated for a 40 watt incandescent. Check that the socket and the wiring are in good condition because the base of the LED likely will be hot during operation. If the LED will be enclosed check that the bulb is designed for an enclosed fixture.
How do you determine the maximum wattage of a light fixture?
How to Tell the Max Watt of a Light Fixture
- Look on the socket of a lamp.
- Look inside the can of a recessed light fixture to find the label that indicates maximum bulb wattage.
- Remove the cover from a ceiling light and the maximum wattage sticker should be located near the sockets and sometimes on the sockets.
Can I use a 14-watt bulb instead of a 100- watt bulb?
However, you could use a 14-watt LED or CFL bulb that’s marked as equivalent to 100 watts, which would give out the same amount of light while staying far below the maximum wattage.
How do I find the maximum wattage of a light bulb?
Generally speaking, the maximum wattage ratings are printed on the light-bulb sockets themselves. You will see language that reads something like: “Caution: Use only Type A lamp, Maximum 60 watts.”.
What is the highest wattage bulb that is safe to use?
As far as that goes, any bulb that will physically fit in the fixture is probably safe to install in it. This is about the highest safe wattage because the “safety” in question is preventing a fire. Many fixtures have a maximum wattage rating. If some of yours do, then that wattage is the highest you can safely install in that fixture.
How many watts can you put in a light fixture?
You will see language that reads something like: “Caution: Use only Type A lamp, maximum 60 watts.” In some cases where a fixture has two or more light bulbs, there may be a total wattage rating for the entire fixture.