Wattage ? Is this a hot bulb --does "color temp" indicate heat ? Thankyou
1011886
Short answer: yes, it's a "hot" bulb, in that it's an incandescent bulb (not a CFL or LED). Longer answer: color temp theoretically is related to heat (so-called "black body radiation" by physicists)- such as a blacksmith heating a steel bar in a forge. At first the bar turns red, then orange, yellow, etc, as it gets hotter. Red is a relatively "cool" color, blue is a "hot" color. Ironically, bulbs marketed as "cool white" have a higher color temp (are bluer) than warm white (yellower). While their color temps are different, each can give off the same amount of heat, though. AFAIK, all headlight bulbs are incandescent (hot), since CFL and LED bulbs can't be made bright enough. Some have higher color temps (look more blue- and in fact may be marketed as "cool blue") but they're still just as hot to touch (don't touch!!!). They look blue because of different gases in the bulb (xenon), or tinting the bulb blue. This might be TMI.
1409453
Yes. Can't remember the wattage because their installed in my rental unit, but I was happy with them. I replaced Halogen's with these and they don't put off the heat the Halogen's did and the cool color made the room much nicer and of course brighter. In my opinion. Hope this helps.
1079156
yes and forgot to mention that it's rated for up to 300 watt bulb. I use a 75watt ceramic heat lamp bulb and no issues. After I am done using it for the baby chicks, we are going to use it in the garage with a regular bulb.
241667
The previous responder didn't really answer your question. I, too, am concerned with color temperature, but have been unable to find out what it is for this bulb. However, LEDs typically have CRIs in the 65-85 range. Because the color temp of this bulb is 2700, my guess is that it would be at the upper end of that range. . . about 80. To get closer to the color temp of an incandescent, you'd have to find an LED with a 2500 or lower temp. Good luck; I've encountered only ONE with that temp (at Lowe's) and it wasn't the wattage I wanted.
1887185
I wrote down "T190 watt came with new lamp." I put in a GE heavy duty 300 watt T2.5 bulb type. R7 base. 120 volts. It was from another, practically identical halogen lamp we got several years ago. That other lamp does have a sticker stating 300 watts max. This light you're looking at has a sticker inside the top saying not to use more than 190 watts. That wasn't bright enough for me. I know they burn hot. We do not have it near draperies, and I prefer to not leave either halogen lamp on when we leave the house. But, with 300 watts, it is good light. My older lamp has a click type little dial for low or high. This new one, which we've had since July 30, 2013, has a dial type knob, to select highest range to off. But, I still use the wall switch to really turn it off when I am done in my computer room.
128706
Because it uses LED and not a conventional incandescent bulb, you won't feel any heat. However, I don't know how efficient this lamp is and how leaving it on for hours and hours at a time will affect the longevity of this lamp.
1546511
Sorry, but I'm traveling for the summer and don't have access to the bulb to measure it, but it is a big bulb. I am using it in a ceiling fixture and am not aware of the temperature.
1953170
Could you clarify the question? I do not know what a heat emitter is but have been able to use bulbs that get very hot.
2086246
No, the bulb is a heat lamp unless you replace it with a normal bulb. They do make a clear heat lamp that is really bright instead of the red one.
1527694
If I needed a light to always be on I would get one with an LED bulb. I have never noticed this light getting hot. I use a 20 watt bulb in mine, so its on the low side of energy usage, compared to incandescent bulbs.
1753364
No. I purchased a bulb that is 100 watts. It works fine but entire metal casing gets extremely hot.
1613002
I just checked the actual bulb and it says 60w. Although it seems like its 40w because it's not as bright as a "regular" bulb. So if you want one that looks 40w then it's the right one.
1227062
Be sure the bulb is pushed all the way into the socket, and it is a 27 watt bulb. Mine gets very hot, but there are no signs of burning or melting around the bulb holder.
364322
Hi Benita, best way is to remove the bulb and get the nameand watt amount. Then search the Internet.
1285530
It depends on the shade you use. The socket will take a 100 watts BUT the shades determine how much heat you should allow. I use a shade rated at 60 W but only put 40 W in it. The new LED and incadescent bulbs will let you go brighter w/out the heat. These lamps are accents, not reading lamps.
114206
My best guess is that it is a cool white bulb. Look on the bulb and there should be a code printed on the bulb itself. Google that number and you will have all the information you need. (It may also be printed on the plstic or ceramic base of the bulb.Cheers, Steve G
305568
I use LED bulbs in mine, which generate very little heat. If you used regular incandescent bulbs, the bulbs probably would get quite hot. There is a wattage limit on the lamp--- I think 60W/bulb maximum--- but, depending on what your lighting needs are, 180W total is probably more than most people would need, anyway.