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Default What happens if you put 75 watt bulb in a 60 watt fixture

On 11/11/2013 10:45 AM, Thomas wrote:
On Friday, January 25, 2013 10:15:46 AM UTC-5, Art Harris wrote:
I'd say it's 25% over the recommended maximun. But probably not a good idea. Art Harris


+1


Depends. Obviously, it is going to be hotter with the larger bulb.
I've done it in fixtures that are on for only a few minutes at a time.
No way would I do it in a ceiling fixture that may be on for hours at a
time and overheat.