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Can you use a smaller watt bulb in a bigger fixture will it run at bulb watt or fixture watt?
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∙ 12y ago
Yes, because the "higher" watt energy saver bulb (cfl) is actually a lower watt bulb than a standard (incandescent). Always look at the actual watts, not the 'light equivalent watts'. 11 watt low energy tube = 60 watts of old-fashioned light. More light, less heat!
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoYes, I have been running a 400w MH in a 1000w ballast for 3 months no problem. The bulb will only draw what is need to power the bulb. (A 400w bulb draws ONLY 400w from the ballast) people try to scare others by saying your house will burn down or your bulb will blow up. Just keep the bulb cool and it will be fine OR buy a Dimmable ballast.
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∙ 9y agoA halogen bulb produces about 30% more light than an incandescent of the same power rating. So an incandescent can be replaced by a halogen of 30% less power.
However CFLs and LEDs use significantly less power to produce an equal amount of light.
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∙ 14y agoYes, but never the other way around. Never go above the fixture rating wattage the manufacturer assigns to their fixture.
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∙ 13y agoThe fixture recommended wattage is a maximum limit. Using a smaller wattage bulb is fine.
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∙ 12y agoSmaller watt bulb will prevail-
The bulb may last longer but may not be as bright
as a higher number wattage bulb.
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∙ 13y agoYes, the reason for watt rating lamp fixtures is to prevent oversizing the lamp with a higher wattage bulb than the manufacturer recommends. Lower wattage bulbs are fine.
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Can you use a 150 watt bulb in a 250 watt bulb fixture?
Yes, the rating of the fixture is the maximum size bulb that the fixture should take. The fixture is rated to dissipate a certain amount of heat that is generated by a bulb. By putting in a bigger bulb and thereby generating more heat than the fixture was designed for, could destroy the fixture. Some fires have been known to start this way.
Can you put 75 watts when 60 watts is recommended for fixture?
The fixture manufacturer goes on the side of safety. A 75 watt bulb puts out both more light and heat than a 60 watt bulb. It can make the fixture burn out sooner. For even more light, why don't you go with a florescent and get a 27 watt bulb that gives off the same amount of light as a 100 watt bulb? That will give off far less heat and be far better for your fixture?
Can you use a 5 watt bulb in a 4 watt light?
If the socket threads of the lamp are the same then yes the bulbs can be interchanged. The 5 watt bulb will glow brighter than the 4 watt bulb. If by a 4 watt light you mean a 4 watt fixture, then it is not recommended to place a larger wattage lamp in a fixture that is rated by the manufacturer at a specific operating wattage
What Wattage should the UVB fixture be for a beardie?
The wattage of the UVB fixture for a beardie should be 26 watt bulb.
Can you use a 150 watt light bulb in a 75 watt rated fixture?
Yes. The rating of bulb fixtures is there to discourage people from using bulbs that create too much heat. Obviously, a 75 watt bulb will produce less heat than a 150 watt bulb so it's quite safe to use the smaller bulb. If you overheat a lighting fixture you can cause premature failure and possibly even a fire.
How do you connect 250 watt bulb into a ballast?
If the 250 watt bulb is a HID or similar type the ballast comes complete with the fixture. The bulb socket is also part of the fixture and comes pre-wired to the socket. To connect the bulb to the fixture all that has to be done is just screw it into the fixture's socket.
Can you use a 150 watt bulb in a 250 watt bulb fixture?
Yes, the rating of the fixture is the maximum size bulb that the fixture should take. The fixture is rated to dissipate a certain amount of heat that is generated by a bulb. By putting in a bigger bulb and thereby generating more heat than the fixture was designed for, could destroy the fixture. Some fires have been known to start this way.
Can you put 75 watts when 60 watts is recommended for fixture?
The fixture manufacturer goes on the side of safety. A 75 watt bulb puts out both more light and heat than a 60 watt bulb. It can make the fixture burn out sooner. For even more light, why don't you go with a florescent and get a 27 watt bulb that gives off the same amount of light as a 100 watt bulb? That will give off far less heat and be far better for your fixture?
Can you use a 5 watt bulb in a 4 watt light?
If the socket threads of the lamp are the same then yes the bulbs can be interchanged. The 5 watt bulb will glow brighter than the 4 watt bulb. If by a 4 watt light you mean a 4 watt fixture, then it is not recommended to place a larger wattage lamp in a fixture that is rated by the manufacturer at a specific operating wattage
Can you use a 120 watt bulb to replace a 65 watt bulb?
Look at the wattage capacity of the fixture. Some fixtures are limited to 65 watts, some can take much more. If you use a larger bulb than what the fixture was designed for you create a fire risk. If you need to use a larger bulb but the fixture is limited to 65 watts, you need to change the fixture.
What Wattage should the UVB fixture be for a beardie?
The wattage of the UVB fixture for a beardie should be 26 watt bulb.
Can you use a 150 watt light bulb in a 75 watt rated fixture?
Yes. The rating of bulb fixtures is there to discourage people from using bulbs that create too much heat. Obviously, a 75 watt bulb will produce less heat than a 150 watt bulb so it's quite safe to use the smaller bulb. If you overheat a lighting fixture you can cause premature failure and possibly even a fire.
Can we use 60 watt bulb in confined space?
As long as the fixture in the confined space is approved for confined space and the wattage rating of the fixture is not below 60 watts then there should be no problem using a 60 watt bulb in this situation.
Can you replace a 150 watt metal halide lamp with a 175 watt?
The light bulb needs to match the ballast in the fixture.
Can i use a 20 watt bulb in a 60 watt socket?
Technically speaking a bulb and a lamp are the same thing. You can use a 60 watt bulb in a fixture calling for a 40 watt bulb but I wouldn't. The lighting fixture may get to hot, melt and start a fire.
Can you use a 71 watt bulb in a 60 watt fixture?
Light fittings should not be overloaded electrically because overheating can cause a fire. Alternatively you could use a 20 watt low-energy bulb.
Can you use a 65 watt fluorescent bulb in a metal halide light fixture?
No, the ballast's output is not matched to operate a fluorescent bulb.
