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Oct 14, 2024 - 07:07 AM
10-watt maximum relamp (bulb wattage) is specified for a 660W-rated socket typically has to do with the fixture design or heat management, rather than the electrical capacity of the socket itself.
660W rating means that the socket itself can handle up to 660 watts of electrical load. However, the fixture the socket is part of may not be designed to dissipate heat from high-wattage bulbs.
Light fixtures may use sockets that are electrically capable of handling high-wattage bulbs, but the overall fixture design (such as the materials, enclosure, or ventilation) may only safely support bulbs with a lower wattage.
Lastly, The 10-watt max relamp limit may also be set to comply with safety regulations and standards to ensure the fixture remains safe and operates within its intended design parameters, such as UL
