What is the highest bulb wattage you can use with this socket? I am looking for one that will use a 50 / 100 / 150 watt bulb.
885503
I would google this question for a better general answer, or ask Leviton. Personally I don't know, but I used a CFL as 50/100/150 myself and it works great. I will also comment that the Mexican made-american parts Leviton item (here) works much better/better quality item than the chinese stuff found at Home Depot.
885504
I don't think there is a wattage limit on this, but the max wattage I used was 100. That's only because I didn't need anything brighter.
885505
I bought this to replaced a socket that supported 150 watt one. However, the original socket was damaged from the heat of 150 watts. I am currently using a flourescent 3-way, 150 watt replacement, rated at 16/25/32 watts. This runs cooler and works fine for me.
1032109
I also use 2 150 watt incandescent bulbs. Tried CFL bulbs but the light was not too bright on either settings.
874963
How should I know what a 50 or 75 watt bulb's length is. I bought a 300 watt one. Check with GE
1415577
I used a 150 watt bulb without a issue. By the way, you can get this at Mennards for a lot less.
1579485
The spec. on the socket is 25v max and 5 amp max. The bulb you have is ok on the voltage but the amps is 6.25 which is to high for this socket.
1335084
It uses 40 watt bulbs. But keep in mind that the bulb sockets are mini, not regular ones. For mine I use decorative candle light bulbs( ones that are shaped like candle flame). You can use any other type you like as long as it is 40 watt and fits in mini socket. Hope this answer your question.
1941503
it will work fine with that wattage and with LEDs however, not every bulb I have tried would reach down into the socket. It's really designed for flood style bulbs.
2101711
That is 100 watts per socket. But since 100 incandescent are extinct, I've been using 60's and it looks very nice. Now they're going extinct too. I hate CFLs. Poisonous Mercury in them.
1664968
while this particular part does not specify max wattages, similar parts specify 45w per socket ... as led bulbs are likely to be far below this i don't see any problems (i'm sure the manufacturer is simply trying to be clear that this part is NOT intended for high-wattage incandescent bulbs - and as these parts have been available forever - and as fairly bright LED bulbs are a recent development, the ad text probably has never been updated)
385730
I cannot give you an answer. Going to the "contact us" on the manufacture's website is your best option.www.dlightdesigns.com I have seen the unit at the high setting. It appears to be equivalent to 50 watt or higher bulb. Hope this helps.
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Manufacturer rates the extension at 150W per socket. See http://shade.keeptrees.com/publications/947/Consumer%20Products%20Catalog/#page108http://shade.keeptrees.com/publications/947/Consumer%20Products%20Catalog/#page108
713240
Thy 60 watt bulb recommended is a low watt, high yield bulb, so it provides more than the normal 100 watt bulb. Very Bright!. Try to look at the answers already sent in on this product, they are enlightening.
555045
It accepts any size / wattage bulb however, you should check the lantern you are using it with for the max wattage for the lantern. I am using it with a paper lantern and it's max is 40. DO NOT EXCEED WHAT THE LANTERN SAYS! (Yes, I've made that mistake in the past. It isn't pretty)
1083402
It has a standard E26 socket. If info is not in accompanying paperwork best bet is to call Westinghouse to see what they say. Phone is (888) 417-6222. Their e-mail is http://www.westinghouselighting.com/contact-us/Comment: anything greater than 150 watts is going to generate a lot of local heat so spacing from shade needs to be taken into account.
1860283
My husband replaced the socket for a lamp where we use 50-100-150 watt bulbs; works perfectly
1668956
Hi Harold, I really donj't know. The bulb I used was the energy saver (the spiral kind) that give off 60 watts and only uses 13. Hope this helps. Best Regards, Dave
760677
we use a 60 watt bulb. I started out using a 45 but just tried 60 because the 45 wasn't light enough. No trouble using a 60 watt.