What is the maximum wattage per bulb that can be used with these softboxes? Thanks.
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The issue is not the amount of heat in the box but the power getting to it. I don't see a rating on the 4-way light socket. However, the bulbs that came with them are 30 watts (120 for 4) and the power cord is pretty skinny. I would be reluctant to go a whole lot higher (say 50%)without confirmation either from a rating somewhere or the mfg.'s suggestion.
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Hello Scott,I wanted to double check before replying. Maximum wattage is 40 per bulb, hence a total of 120 wattage per lantern. Also, we live in a very rural area and it's very dark so we purchased two of these lanterns, one regular and one planter style. It does brighten the area up considerably and they are set on dawn to dusk mode so for the past year we have not had to replace them yet; I personally wouldn't mind things a bit brighter and may look into the newer 40 watt bulbs that actually give off more light or lumens when we replace the bulbs. The lantern itself is a quality product - would recommend. Hope this was helpful. Hello Scott,I wanted to double check before replying. Maximum wattage is 40 per bulb, hence a total of 120 wattage per lantern. Also, we live in a very rural area and it's very dark so we purchased two of these lanterns, one regular and one planter style. It does brighten the area up considerably and they are set on dawn to dusk mode so for the past year we have not had to replace them yet; I personally wouldn't mind things a bit brighter and may look into the newer 40 watt bulbs that actually give off more light or lumens when we replace the bulbs. The lantern itself is a quality... » Read More Hello Scott,I wanted to double check before replying. Maximum wattage is 40 per bulb, hence a total of 120 wattage per lantern. Also, we live in a very rural area and it's very dark so we purchased two of these lanterns, one regular and one planter style. It does brighten the area up considerably and they are set on dawn to dusk mode so for the past year we have not had to replace them yet; I personally wouldn't mind things a bit brighter and may look into the newer 40 watt bulbs that actually give off more light or lumens when we replace the bulbs. The lantern itself is a quality product - would recommend. Hope this was helpful. « Show Less
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I am not sure, but I would think is 100 watts. I am currently using them with 60 watt bulbs.
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I use 60 Watt Bulbs no problem. I have been using the same sockets for 6 months and have around 15-20 hours AT LEAST on each. I wasn't able to find any label on the bulb itself or packaging that says what wattage it is rated for.
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I bought this mainly for use by another family member. I know he uses a three way bulb but I do not know what the wattage is.
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If your using 125 watt bulb its max would be 125 watts. If you use a 250 watt bulb max watts would be 250 watts. Hope this helps.
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Since this soft box is made for speedlights and studio flash, I wouldn't recommend using a high wattage tungsten. Softboxes made for flash probably aren't made from the heat resistant fabric used in softboxes made specifically for tungsten lights...
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I use 6 watt led bulb with no problem. Which is equivalent to 40 watt. Been using it for several months now works great! 60 watt should be just fine.
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I used a 150 watt bulb without a issue. By the way, you can get this at Mennards for a lot less.
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There is no wattage listed on the carton or the bulb, but it is very low. These bulbs are more for decoration than illumination. I have had one on a photocell all summer and it is still going strong.
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i have used three 100 watts and haven't had a problem. i did have a couple broken when i got them though. i think they say not for sale in the USA because they are not allowed to sale them here anymore. I feel it is a shame we can't have the bulbs we want and like here. Mine do not say NOT FOR USE IN THE USA. Someone is getting a nice kick back making us use these newer bulbs that are horrible looking and working. i hate the way they dim after a bit of use and they are just plain awful. I am not an expert of course, but i think they say not for sale in USA because of the reason i gave above. I am using mine! i have used three 100 watts and haven't had a problem. i did have a couple broken when i got them though. i think they say not for sale in the USA because they are not allowed to sale them here anymore. I feel it is a shame we can't have the bulbs we want and like here. Mine do not say NOT FOR USE IN THE USA. Someone is getting a nice kick back making us use these newer bulbs that are horrible looking and working. i hate the way they dim after a bit of use and they are just plain awful. I am not an expert of course, but i think they say not for sale in USA because of the reason i gave... » Read More i have used three 100 watts and haven't had a problem. i did have a couple broken when i got them though. i think they say not for sale in the USA because they are not allowed to sale them here anymore. I feel it is a shame we can't have the bulbs we want and like here. Mine do not say NOT FOR USE IN THE USA. Someone is getting a nice kick back making us use these newer bulbs that are horrible looking and working. i hate the way they dim after a bit of use and they are just plain awful. I am not an expert of course, but i think they say not for sale in USA because of the reason i gave above. I am using mine! « Show Less
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4 sockets in each softbox. If u use 50watt bulbs you'll get 200watts out of each one tungsten. If you use daylight fluorescent, you might get 300 watts out of each softbox. The overhead softbox only has one socket, so do the math. This entire system is a piece of crap, and I used it 4 or 5 times before realizing I can just buy better quality gear from a motion picture grip supply place for about twice the price. You get what you pay for.
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Unfortunately no, 60 watts max. is recommended, but I have been using a 100 watt bulb without any problems.
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I just used 65 watt bulbs and they are fine. I'm sure you can do 75 watt bulbs.
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Yes this unit can handle any combination of 12v halogen light bulbs as long as you do not exceed 75w total wattage. However we would recommend not to exceed 68w as all lighting items have a +/- 10% variance, meaning each unit can sometimes only handle 68w where others may handle up to 82w. So to be safe use the lower wattage rating of 68w max. This will help the life of the item.
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while this particular part does not specify max wattages, similar parts specify 45w per socket ... as led bulbs are likely to be far below this i don't see any problems (i'm sure the manufacturer is simply trying to be clear that this part is NOT intended for high-wattage incandescent bulbs - and as these parts have been available forever - and as fairly bright LED bulbs are a recent development, the ad text probably has never been updated)
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Maximum wattage per bulb is 100 for a total of 300 watts. This fixture is a good buy.