what lamp is best used for these bulbs? I'm looking for a desk lamp to use for photo editing. Thanks.
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They fit a standard socket, they're just a little bit taller so you fight have a problem if you want to put a short lamp shade over them.
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These lamps are too large for most household usage. I've been able to use them in recessed receptacles, and in our garage door opener, but nowhere else. They say "Full Spectrum," but they have a bright blue tint.
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I am unclear on what you mean by photo editing with a lamp. Are you doing dark room work or computer editing.
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Dear Shane Fulmer: The ALZO full spectrum CFL bulbs I use as a light source for my large tropical plants that I maintain in a garage over the winter. The plants actually thrive under these light because they match quite closely the spectrum of natural light, so for your purposes of photo editing I would image that they would be the correct bulb for your application. On thing you must keep in mind is that being compact fluorescent lights they take a minute or two to warm up and achieve their full intensity. I hope this note helps.Lew Killmer
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I use a uv lamp and it works perfect. My aunt says you can use with led lamp. But I'd stick to the uv. I know for certain it works.
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I have these lamps from a few years ago and had a hard time finding replacement bulbs. I ended up just buying regular lightbulbs that fit, but stuck way too far out and did not work well. The specs listed say "30 Watt 5000K Daylight Balance Compact Fluorescent Photo Light Bulbs" which can be bought on Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/CowboyStudio-Daylight-Balanced-Fluorescent-Bulb/dp/B001MLBK0U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1394214764&sr=8-2&keywords=30+Watt+5000K+Daylight+Balance+Compact+Fluorescent+Photo+Light+Bulbs But if it's saying 45W on what you have, then I guess the specs above are wrong! They do have 45W here: http://www.amazon.com/CowboyStudio-Fluorescent-Daylight-Temperature-Photography/dp/B004LONG0W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1394215030&sr=8-2&keywords=45+Watt+5000K+Daylight+Balance+Compact+Fluorescent+Photo+Light+Bulbs
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Seems to me A19 bulbs are incandescent bulbs. As I remember they run hot. So hot that if you have to change one I always had to let the bulb cool down. I use a CFL bulb and runs barely warm. I have been using the same lamp as yours maybe close to a year and never a problem. Try using a CFL or LED 60W bulb (less energy use and they last a long long time) and I think you will be happy. Sometimes my lamp will stay on from dusk to dawn. The lamp is a great quality lamp and I wouldn't hesitate buying from Boston Harbor. Just a thought!!!!!
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You clan use them in your vanity if it accepts standard size bulbs. These are rather large and are better suited for your photo studio lights.
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I am using energy efficient light bulbs, but they aren't LED. Love my lamp though.
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A CFL bulb will work but it will stick out. Because it sticks out it not only blinds you but easily shatters if you hit your PC monitor or anything else. Also CFL life in a recessed, down shade, desk lamp will last only about one-fourth of its advertised life.I am currently using an LED bulb and I am very pleased since I installed it in July, 2013. I bought an 800 Lumen (60 watt equiv.) Philips LED bulb for $10.97. That sounds expensive when compared to a $1.24 CFL bulb, but if my LED research bears out my total cost per year (includes electric bill at $0.11 per kWh) will be $7.44 vs. $12.48 for the CFL and $37.75 for a standard 60 watt incandescent bulb. I hope this helps. A CFL bulb will work but it will stick out. Because it sticks out it not only blinds you but easily shatters if you hit your PC monitor or anything else. Also CFL life in a recessed, down shade, desk lamp will last only about one-fourth of its advertised life.I am currently using an LED bulb and I am very pleased since I installed it in July, 2013. I bought an 800 Lumen (60 watt equiv.) Philips LED bulb for $10.97. That sounds expensive when compared to a $1.24 CFL bulb, but if my LED research bears out my total cost per year (includes electric bill at $0.11 per kWh) will be $7.44 vs.... » Read More A CFL bulb will work but it will stick out. Because it sticks out it not only blinds you but easily shatters if you hit your PC monitor or anything else. Also CFL life in a recessed, down shade, desk lamp will last only about one-fourth of its advertised life.I am currently using an LED bulb and I am very pleased since I installed it in July, 2013. I bought an 800 Lumen (60 watt equiv.) Philips LED bulb for $10.97. That sounds expensive when compared to a $1.24 CFL bulb, but if my LED research bears out my total cost per year (includes electric bill at $0.11 per kWh) will be $7.44 vs. $12.48 for the CFL and $37.75 for a standard 60 watt incandescent bulb. I hope this helps. « Show Less
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I use 60 watt bulbs. Should last for at least a year or longer. Bulbs can be replaced. Product works.
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Yes. The lamps are compact fluorescent bulbs. The color temperature is very close to daylight (5500K). The lampholders sit on a flat surface but have several variable joints (swivels) to achieve about any desired angles. The rig is for table-top product photography and does not involve flash. I wish I had a third lampholder for overhead illumination which I believe would completely eliminate unwanted shadows.
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Paul, check out the lamps on OneKingsLane.com and JossandMain.com. I ordered several from them and loved them all.
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Max for the light bulb is 60W - for me, not enough for desk work. But, it really is a very, very nice accent lamp for my office.
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I use Sylvania Doublelife 60W teardrop shape bulbs. Never had a problem. *Hint - the lamps themselves are almost too sensitive. If you touch it too hard, the wires inside it will break and I've never been able to fix that. I had to buy a new one when that happened.
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Actually, I'd really recommend that you use an LED bulb for this lamp since it doesn't heat up. Also, using a 40W equivalent LED Globe bulb worked best for me in terms of lighting (that is, if you want your light to be bright but also very relaxing for the eyes) and this bulb, specifically, is really durable and energy efficient. Hope it helps (Pack of 4) G25 LED Bulb 6W, Warm white, 3000K, 40W Globe Bulb Incandescent Replacement, clear Cover, Dimmable, UL Listed, Energy star certified,
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Most of them use the 25W chandelier style bulbs. I have several of these lamps and just love them.
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I only use the bulbs in a floor lamp and they are great reading lamps. My desk lamp only has a two-tube bulb.
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a 15 Watt medium type A base bulb. Which I could not find at my local hardware store, he sold me a 13 watt energy saver bulb which killed the damn thing. (I now see on the package that 13 watts on the energy saver = 60 watts. I honestly don't think that 15 "regular" watts is going to give you enough light to work at a desk.
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My experience is that if you put a higher watt bulb in you run the risk of damaging the lamp. I would stick with the two 35 watt bulbs.