wattage

03-03-2011, 05:17 PM	#1
joanna1 Newbie   Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 1	wattage Just had a new light fitting installed and didn't take into account how dull three 20watt halogen bulbs would be..can i replace the bulbs with a higher wattage? if so how high could i go? The light itself isn't on for long periods.

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03-03-2011, 05:24 PM	#2
dmxtothemax Member   Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Cairns Australia Posts: 1,428	wattage You need to check if the light fitting has a max wattage rating. Also consider where the light fitting is instaled, and whats behind it, ( ie - is it well ventilated ). Check these things before you chamge lamps.