Can this bulb be used outdoors in a waterproof enclosure?
867156
Any LED bulb will work outside as they are more temperature-tolerant so long as they are free from heavy moisture.
867157
I've used mine outside for a year with no problem, and they're not even in an enclosure. They've worked beautifully, and we've had a tropical storm and a 5-inch rainstorm recently.
867158
Ours are used indoors but I would think that in a waterproof enclosure it would work fine. It puts out quite a lot of light for the low power consumption.
646411
Can this be used outdoors in a mostly enclosed (bottom is slightly open) post fixture?
356436
don't know..I used it in an indoor lamp. I do not know if it is waterproof.
141907
The box states: "do not use where directly exposed to water". It also specifies that they should not be used in a completely enclosed fixture.I am sure you can find an LED replacement bulb someplace that is suitable for your landscape fixtures though.
303688
I don't see why not, they are just like the colored Christmas bulbs, just clear. They are very bright, though, and I'm not sure if they would be suitable for outdoors exposed to wet weather.
2005833
The manufacturer specifies for indoor use only. However, I have had 12 of them outdoors for over a year now. They are under an eve so they are out of direct rain, but they are out in the ocean mist and cold air. They appear to be very well sealed. There are two reasons I can think of why it is labeled for indoor use only. 1) The big metal heatsink on the back could give you a big electric shock if the bulb is wet to the base and you try to handle it. 2) it is not as well sealed as I think it is. But if you're careful and willing to take the risk, they light up the yard around my house extremely well.
287177
No, an outside fixture that exposes the light bulbs to the weather should not have "regular" bulbs... such bulbs are intended to used inside, protected from the weather. You must use an exterior bulb, easy to find in a flood lamp, also in energy efficient flood/spot bulbs. Be careful to check that the bulb is able to stand up to rain and snow hitting it, even when it is hot. Of course if you put the fixture inside a "box" and shine the light out a window, regular bulbs can be successfully used LOL.
314279
I use mine indoors for my crabs, but as has already been said, as long as the bulb is protected from the weather and water, I don't see why not.
1560955
I don't belive it is waterproof. We use it indoors and I use it for my orchids. I do spray them, but avoid getting the water on the bulbs.
988904
While it appears to be completely sealed and weather resistant, I believe I read in the accompanying literature that it is not officially rated for exterior applications. I would trust using it in under a soffit if it did not rain directly on the light.
57047
yes, it will work . the bulb can be used in both outdoor and indoor setting as long as its in a full or semi closed enclosurecheers
1919989
No. Your pathway lights are low voltage to keep people safe. This bulb is 110 volts and is not water resistant. Indoor use only.
1808977
Be careful. I have seen some specifications on these types of bulbs that state they should not be used in a fully enclosed fixture. For your safety, I would double check that this one could.
1350848
I have tried them in an outdoor lamppost enclosure (rainproof) but they do not last due to degradation from the humidity. < 6 months even with occasional use. I am in the Southeastern USA; maybe in low-humidity regions they would last longer.
1638491
It's water resistant, I wouldn't take it underwater though. Rain should be no problem for these lights...
1581041
Under "Caution" it states on the outside of the box, quote "For indoor or outdoor use where not directly exposed to weather, exposure to weather may damage the bulb." end quote
305088
This is an email reply I received from LEDwholesalers : While this item may be used outdoors, direct exposure to rain is usuallynot recommended. For example, installing this bulb in a fixture underthe eave would be better. Make sure that the bulb is oriented downwards(does NOT have to be vertical down) to prevent water from collecting atthe light socket.