Is this bulb outside friendly? Example, green house with misters?
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I don't know what the manufacturer would say to that. I do not have that issue however I would test one bulb in a water proof socket grounded properly. the bulb should be OK if the water is not sprayed directly onto the bulb. A shielded fixture which is protected against short circuit should protect the bulb. Do you have lights inside your misted area? If yes proceed with caution, if no I would get an electricians opinion first. Good luck
1665754
The bulb is normal color, but it gets very hot....hotter that I want or felt was safe for plants.
600110
I don't see why that would be a problem. They aren't like florescent bulbs that need to stay warm or take forever to warm up if they're cold. LED's don't care much about ambient temperature.
785709
Maybe, but check the label, it will indicate whether the bulb is designed for outdoor use. I believe this is NOT their outdoor flood model.
401938
Not that I am aware of, I purchased two bulbs for my Hinkley landscape lighting and the bulbs are completely enclosed in a watertight enclosure. Sorry I couldn't be more help.
1152170
The top and bottom are open so the bulbs would be exposed. I don't think they should be used outdoors but technically they can
1357825
Yes, they are fine for outdoor fixtures. However select a fixture with a lamp housing as these bulbs should not be fully exposed like an outdoor flood light would be.
988989
The lamp is not protected against moisture, so my guess is that it probably would be risky. My application was in a lawn tractor which is stored in a garage and so has no serious moisture exposure. If the outside fixture is well sealed against moisture, it may survive. If you want to gamble less use one of the LEDs which are completely enclosed in the glass or plastic "bulb".
441909
Yes, they can be used in such an outdoors application. I have been burning four such bulbs for three months now, 24/7, with no problems. They give off good light, their coloration is almost imperceptible from an incandescent light bulb, and if they burn long enough then they will prove to be worth their extra cost. Good luck in your purchase.
1385016
All I can tell you is that in an enclosed outdoor fixture, this bulb works very well. It would be unusual for a bulb to work through the rain in an un-enclosed fixture. Hope this helps!
1065394
I installed mine in a covered outside garage light in order to power Christmas decorations. The light housing has a metal top and glass plates on all four sides. The bulb is inserted through the open bottom of the light housing. Since the adaptor is inside the class cover where the light bulb goes it is protected from rain or snow there. It works fine so far.
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Yes...I have one outside on my side entrance. It its just the bulb and the socket, no lamp cover or protection. I live in Colorado and its been through rain, snow, and sun for over a year
1152173
I would not use this light in an outdoor application. Both the top and bottom are open, exposing the bulbs and housing to the elements. There are better choices.
633111
I would say no. The individual LEDs of the bulb are exposed to the elements.
305088
This is an email reply I received from LEDwholesalers : While this item may be used outdoors, direct exposure to rain is usuallynot recommended. For example, installing this bulb in a fixture underthe eave would be better. Make sure that the bulb is oriented downwards(does NOT have to be vertical down) to prevent water from collecting atthe light socket.
306029
LED bulbs work just fine outside, and are not impacted by cold like CFL bulbs are. I have several outside and they have suffered no ill effects.
544110
I think the 1st two responses are correct. Hardware-House lighting is well constructed but, this line is not intended for outdoor use. I would error on the side of safety and install outdoor rated lights and fans. Please feel free to call me if you have other questions or concerns. We'll be glad to help.ChristopherComplete Home Hardware615-794-3880