My lamp is rated for 60W max. If I attach this to the lamp, can I go higher since it's rated for 650W?
945875
No, if u put a higher wattage bulb in the lamp, the wires might overheat and catch on fire. The 60 watt max is for protection of the wiring.
945876
I would say no with one exception. CFL and LED bulbs are still rated in terms of the wattage an incandescent bulb with the same lumens (brightness) rating would consume. So, for example, a 5000K, 1500 lumems CFL bulb would draw 32 to 35 watts, well under 60 watts, even though it is consider equivalent to a 100 watt incandescent. I've used such CFLs with no problems.
914594
There's a wattage limiter in the fan, which limits the maximum light bulb wattage. If you're handy with electrical devices, you can remove it and by pass the wires which will allow you to install a set of higher wattage incandescent light bulbs. If you do this, make sure NOT TO EXCEED 60-watt per light bulb with a maximum of 650-lumens because the light kit bowl is very fragile and will explode from the heat generated by any higher wattage light bulbs.
1600184
I believe this bulb can be safely used in a 150 W fixture. Look for the watts used on the base of the bulb. The writing on the base of my bulb says that is actually draws 60 W which is only 40% of the rating for you fixture.
1849609
A watt can be thought of as an amount of heat. The lamp fixture can only handle the heat of a 60W incandescent bulb. If you look at LED lighting, they advertise the actual wattage, and the lumen output. A 60W equivalent LED is only about 13W, so you could use an LED bulb with a higher light output than a 60W incandescent bulb with lower heat.
810559
Hi Brad, sure should work seamless for the 60 W LED. In general, I would always stay ca. 30% below the max. Watts given by the manufacturers of such devices because of temperature issues. Other than that, I use this one for one year now without any problem. Hope this helps.Best regardsPatric
1529373
I've read that you should only use a converter for up to half the rated power output, so anything up to 150 watt would be OK. So, I'd suggest you get a more powerful converter, e.g. 500 W.
1172597
Your lamp should have a label on it stating what is the maximum acceptable wattage. Using a wattage higher than recommended could be a serious fire hazard, especially with a halogen bulb. It could even cause glass to shatter violently in some fixtures since these bulbs generate a lot of heat. Be sure to check for the label before installing a higher wattage bulb, if you can't find the label stick with the 190 watt bulb.
769516
I used a standard incandescent 60 watt but you should be able to go higher if you want
1391383
As with most lamps it is just wiring to a socket, so it will operate at higher voltage, however the insulation and heat dissapating components are designed for 120V. The lamp is clearly marked as 120/60Hz AC only. Perhaps a low wattage LED or CFL might be safe, however If you had a fire, would your insurance cover you (assuming you survived the fire) when you have a non-approved setup? I would buy something manufactured for your electrical system.
844367
I could not see any wattage rating on the part. For me it didn't matter as I'm using LED bulbs in that lamp so it won't see more than 40 watts.
686967
I'm sorry, I'm nt sure since it doesn't say anywhere.I assume you can go up to 100 watts no problem, but to be safe, I would do 60 watts.
2013166
do u mean the power or not?this lamp holder is E27/E26 ,we suggest you max 60W incandescent bulb,but sure you can use higher power,but is not good for the holder life Thanks Jet
625479
I haven't tried increasing the watts... I would like to know the same. I have been using one of those clip lamps and using it in addition to the two lights to bring in light through the top
578799
You need to buy a bulb separately. Don't get a bulb that needs higher watts than the limit of the lamp.
650532
someone else answered that the manufacturers spec says 660w. I use a 250w heat lamp in mine without real issue. what I take issue with is the switch mechanism. it does not hold up the way the fixture does as it is made of cheap plastic and does not seem to be replaceable in itself. my last fixture I used for about a year and a half without a switch, just loosening or tightening the bulb to turn on/off.
801620
We put in a 100w equivalent led and the wattage was too much, the lights buzzed so we used 60w and it works great.
1975382
Hello:It all depends on your lamp shade base. The wattage used for the light bulb should be no more than 40. Any higher wattage used will damage the shade. If you need any further assistance, please contact us at 214-491-6991 Monday - Friday 9am-4pm CST.Thanks,WPIC Store