Can Feit Led Bulbs Be Used In Enclosed Fixtures

Though cfls and led bulbs do not produce nearly as much heat as incandescents they are more sensitive to heat which can affect their performance.

Can feit led bulbs be used in enclosed fixtures.

Led bulbs need ventilation and a rubber gasket would prevent proper ventilation. Yes as long as the fixture does not have a rubber gasket. It is not advisable because the main reason for choosing led lights over cfl or incandescent bulbs will be diluted. Led bulbs need ventilation and a rubber gasket would prevent proper ventilation.

In the open air that s not a concern. Yes as long as the fixture does not have a rubber gasket. Written by feit electric. It may still be possible to use your regular led bulb in the enclosed fixture but with a shortened life span and the potential for premature dimming.

To use a bulb in an enclosed fixture it has to be designed to handle the heat of the enclosed space. Because totally enclosed fixtures do not allow air to circulate around the lamp it causes heat to build up which can lead to performance issues. Yes just because a light bulb is rated for enclosed fixtures doesn t mean it requires an enclosed fixture. Can your led s be used in an enclosed fixture.

The above statement does not mean that cfl and incandescent bulbs can be used in place of led lights in case of enclosed light fixtures. The other reason to buy enclosed fixture rated bulbs is to use them outside.