“Can this bulb be used in an enclosed fixture like a shower potlight with a glass cover?”
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No. It is clearly stating on the package that they are not to be used in an enclosed fixture. Philips stated this because the trapped heat will decrease durability of the bulb. People say LED don't generate much heat, that is true BUT the base wich holds the electronics does generate heat and that heat when trapped will decrease the durability of the bulb and also void the warranty. So basically you buy LED for durability, don't do something that will negate it. Hope this helps. Cheers!
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I have 2 bulbs in an enclosed fixture, a lamp in my living room for over a year now and have had no issues with them being in the enclosed lamp.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, same thing as a normal bulb, only concern is over time if theoisture or humidity would wear it down or mess with the internal components.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes we use ours in the shower.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.They say no because the heat will shorten the life of the bulb.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, they work fine in enclosed fixtures.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I have two of these in that current set up. They are LEDs so they don't generate a lot of heat.
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