Is this light bulb suitable for use in indoor enclosed ceiling mount lights fixture? Is this bulb omni-directional?
1668608
The answer is yes to both of your questions. We have two installed in our fan fixture and they work very nice. Although expensive, I have plans on using this bulb as we replace the old ones.
1668609
I have used this bulb in such a fixture for about six months with no problems. The bulb is effectively omnidirectional in that application. Light is emitted from a full half sphere at the top of the bulb (the end away from the base). I also use one of these in a desk lamp with a white shade. Even though the bottom half of the bulb is metal, the result is about the same as a ordinary light bulb.
1659766
This bulb would only work where you have a center plug in setup. Mine was in a ceiling light and I ended up actually replacing the fixture totally, the bulb wasn't the problem. What you should do is direct the question to Helene not me.
1442462
I haven't used one with it yet myself, but I don't see why not. Polished aluminum fixtures like these can reflect a lot more light downward than painted fixtures, but that's more of an issue for CFL UVB bulbs than anything else (output can easily be doubled for those bulbs). CHEs, like spot lamps are already pretty directional, possibly even more so. I'd say just follow general CHE guidelines like Zoo Med's http://www.zoomed.com/Library/ProductDBFiles/ceramicheat.pdf I know it specifically lists 3 Zoo Med fixtures, but the big thing seems to be having a porcelain socket.
35941
I ordered this lightbulb over 6 months ago, and it's in an enclosed fixture. So, yes it works in an enclosed fixture. At least it has for me.
2056628
The back of the box says it is not suitable for completely enclosed fixtures. Due to heat, most LED bulbs will have reduced lifetimes if they don't have some ventilation.
2232555
We use ours indoors. Most bulbs for indoor use are not rated to withstand outdoor temps. Why don't you contact the distributer
952721
these bulbs are not intended for use in enclosed can light fixtures. a statement on this is included on the product packaging
1624563
No. Printed on the bulb itself is the text: "Caution not for use in totally enclosed luminaries suitable for damp locations"(two separate lines split between luminaries & suitable. It is not clear to me if this means it can be used in damp locations or not, but definitely not in enclosed lamps.)
215060
I use them with enclosed fixtures so far without any issues. However the thing to remember is how they fit dimension wise. My ceiling lights are enclosed and are big enough to accomodate the extra length of the bulb. Also, I have noticed the heat factor is low compared to incandescent bulbs, so in my opinion these bulbs are just fine for enclosed fixtures.Hope this helps
799400
These lights are about 50% bigger than a halogen bulb. However, be advised that these LEDs are very directional (i.e. the light shines only out of the end of the bulb, not much shines 360 degrees around). If the under cabinet fixture you're planning to put them in has the bulbs oriented pointing straight down, then that would work OK. If they are oriented horizontal like most are, the light will not distribute well.
236770
Bulbs by Switch and a few others are rated for fully enclosed fixtures. For whatever it's worth...according to the "EarthLED" web site, this type of Cree bulb (either 40W-equivalent or 60W-equivalent) is not rated for fully enclosed fixtures. I see that some have answered "yes" so maybe it's ok after all. I'll go with the published ratings...
1969247
My bulbs are installed in a horizontal orientation under a metal dome that is only 4 inches deep. At the highest output setting I can still handle the lit bulbs. The base is the warmest area of the bulb, so 'base-up' is probably the best orientation.
2080044
Most led bulbs are not designed for enclosed fixtures. Try Home Depot they have a display showing what look like a led ceiling conversion. I have 12 volt ceiling fixtures and I replaced 50 watt halogen bulbs with Philips EnduraLed 10 Watt MR16 and they work great.
451851
I'll say yes, with this caveat: Like any halogen bulb these things get hot and they really should not be used in an enclosed fixture with no airflow or very bad airflow. I put these in a chandelier in my parent's house that really did not have good airflow, just a small opening at the top; and in that situation the lifetime of the bulbs is shortened.
799602
They are more omni directional in my opinion. The entire frosted bulb area gives off light in all directions. With that said, the Cree does an even better job of this in my opinion because the frosted bulb area is larger.
522300
I am using mine in a ceiling fan (the fixtures are not fully enclosed, they are the bell-shaped type that are open on one end) and they are fine. I also am using one in an open in-ceiling can fixture, for downlighting. They are great and very bright. The only annoyance I have noticed is that sometimes one of the bulbs emits a high pitched buzz. It doesn't happen all the time and I've not diagnosed the cause. Overall, I'm thrilled with these bulbs, though. They are VERY bright for 9 watts.I have had no problems with ghosting at all.
837864
All the bulb I have installed in my fixtures at home are CFL whether in enclosed or open fixtures. I always read de instructions on the package. Some packages say "do not use in enclosed fixtures" others say nothing. If it says nothing I use them in enclosed fixtures. I normally don buy CFL bulbs that restrict their use.