if i use 250 watts red heat'g bulb in this & plug into the wall in a regular house, would it work? if not, what can i do? i need a red heat'g lamp.
1820482
No its meant to be hard wired, you will need to buy the proper fixture to plug into wall
1820483
The Globe Electric 90057 is meant to be used with standard household electricity (110 volts).But it is not meant to be just plugged into a wall outlet. It is designed to be recessed-mounted in a ceiling, and hardwired to household power.You want to mount it the way it was designed to be mounted, so that the lamp is supported firmly (wobbly electric fixtures can short-out), the bulb is away from touching hands (a 250 watt bulb gets hot), and so that its heat is dissipated safely (even a low-wattage light bulb gets hot, and can be a fire hazard if it's touching something inappropriate).Further, you want the lamp hardwired, because it's the safest, easiest, and most logical way to get power to a recessed ceiling fixture. The Globe Electric 90057 is meant to be used with standard household electricity (110 volts).But it is not meant to be just plugged into a wall outlet. It is designed to be recessed-mounted in a ceiling, and hardwired to household power.You want to mount it the way it was designed to be mounted, so that the lamp is supported firmly (wobbly electric fixtures can short-out), the bulb is away from touching hands (a 250 watt bulb gets hot), and so that its heat is dissipated safely (even a low-wattage light bulb gets hot, and can be a fire hazard if it's touching... » Read More The Globe Electric 90057 is meant to be used with standard household electricity (110 volts).But it is not meant to be just plugged into a wall outlet. It is designed to be recessed-mounted in a ceiling, and hardwired to household power.You want to mount it the way it was designed to be mounted, so that the lamp is supported firmly (wobbly electric fixtures can short-out), the bulb is away from touching hands (a 250 watt bulb gets hot), and so that its heat is dissipated safely (even a low-wattage light bulb gets hot, and can be a fire hazard if it's touching something inappropriate).Further, you want the lamp hardwired, because it's the safest, easiest, and most logical way to get power to a recessed ceiling fixture. « Show Less
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Yes, I actually have put a 120v 40watt white light bulb in mine. The Infrared bulb used for a heat light still uses 120V, but it's a 250watt light bulb (thus produce high heat due to the watts). It's the voltage that matters so as long as the light bulb is rated for 120v you will be fine.
717159
Yes every regular bulb we have used worked just fine!! It's a really great item to have, very handy! Hope that helps! :-)
386108
Heating & cooling with solar is often too costly. As noted in the previous answer, you would want to power the light through an inverter and batteries. You would then need enough panels to to replenish the battery charge each day. If the 250 watt heat lamp bulb needs to operate for 24 hours per day, then 24 x 250 = 6000 watts must be produced. This must be accomplished even on cloudy days & during daylight hours. Plan on a maximum of 500 watts per panel per day, with 12 panels & several large batteries.
1753364
No. I purchased a bulb that is 100 watts. It works fine but entire metal casing gets extremely hot.
567954
I wish I could be more precise; but I am electrically challenged. I ordered the fixture that was recommended along with heat lamp purchase to be on safe side. I am presuming that the fixtures shown below this will also be okay for heat lamp, just read the specifications for wattage. Wish I could be more help.
1968691
I agree with analyst below. If the lamp is a Verilux lamp i will require a Verilux (expensive) bulb. If the lamp is from a different manufacturer, the Verilux bulb may or may not work. l'd buy the cheaper Treadmark lamp and get at least one bulb from them. Then try the Verilux bulb. If it doesn't work, perhaps you can return it for a refund or credit. Hope this helps.
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.
578799
You need to buy a bulb separately. Don't get a bulb that needs higher watts than the limit of the lamp.
1047426
I would say no. I have a 3 way CFL bulb in it now and it works on the second click and at about the low light - 50 watt setting only. I will likely return unless I have to pay shipping and it's expensive. regular Incandescent bulbs give off a lot of heat at 150 watt setting.
844368
I Don't Remember What It Said On It.. But when I bought mine I Used 3 - 30 or 40 watt bulb's. it lasted for a few months. I couldn't see putting a 100 watt bulb in a touch lamp? just the heat that would come off would be a lot. hope this helps? Sorry
1836352
I use a 40 watt bulb, and it casts a nice warm glow. I have to warn you that I bought one for myself and one sent to a friend. Both lamps were very poorly packaged and cheaply made. I sent mine back for a replacement, and even the replacement was a bit damaged. I kept it; it's a good enough lamp for the price, but know that you may have to re-thread the lampshade or iron out some dents. That said, I've had the lamp for a while and it has performed well and if I turn the dented side to the wall, it looks pretty nice too.
2027246
Yes it can take 250 w infrared bulb...Very solid,well made very good lamp.Not a Chinese crap,made in South Korea.Highly recommended...
1525328
The lamp comes with a 40 watt bulb. My lamp has a label saying to use only a 40 watt bulb. The description on Amazon says 40w. A 25 watt bulb wouldn't put out enough heat to make the lamp work.
1091250
I believe our bowl came with a 15w bulb already fitted (screw-in thread) but they will take 25w also. Personally I don't think this lamp needs wattage that high. Grab the 15w bulbs and they'll do great.
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.
454885
I just copied down the instructions inside the lamp and took the information to Home Depot with me. They gave me the right bulb. It's worked ever since. It says "E17 MAX 25W Type R Lamp." It's a very small bulb in the shape of a flood light bulb. The low wattage works out ok if you are focusing the light on a small workspace.