If the fitting says 150w that is the most powerful bulb you can use without it overheating. 250w is too much.
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It is not recommended to use a 250 watt bulb in a lamp designed for a maximum wattage of 150 watts. Doing so can potentially cause overheating, damage the lamp socket or wiring, and create a fire hazard. Always use the correct wattage bulb recommended for your lamp to ensure safety.
Yes, but the bulb will only operate at 60 watts and only in one of the switch positions. To shut the bulb off you will have to switch through the other two positions.
Yes, no problem at all. Only one of the three way switch positions will turn the lamp on. Just keep turning the switch until the lamp comes on.
RE: 250 WATT BULB IN 150 WATT LAMP
MIGHT IT BE SAFE USING INTERMITTENTLY AND WITH A COOLING FAN?
I'M USING THE LIGHT WITH A GLASS TOP DRAFT TABLE.
No, not all lamps are suitable for use with heat bulbs. Check the lamp's specifications to ensure it can handle the heat output of a 250-watt bulb and has proper ventilation to prevent overheating and potential fire hazards. It's recommended to use lamps specifically designed for heat bulbs to ensure safety.
A typical sodium vapor street lamp uses around 100 to 250 watts of electricity per hour. These lamps are more energy-efficient compared to traditional incandescent bulbs, making them a popular choice for outdoor lighting.
No. Only replace lamps in a fixture that the manufacturer of the fixture recommends. By installing larger than recommended lamps this could create a fire due to the increase of heat generated by the over size lamp.
A 250 watt HPS light will use 250 watts of power per hour. This means it will consume 0.25 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity in one hour of operation.
Yes, you can use a 250 watt bulb with a 15 amp switch. The switch is rated for up to 15 amps, which is more than enough to handle the power of a 250 watt bulb. Just make sure that the wiring and other components in the circuit can also handle the load.