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tlm928
Nov 21, 2008, 05:17 PM
Can a 90 watt halogen bulb be used in a recessed lighting fixture instead of a 75 watt incandescent bulb?

stanfortyman
Nov 21, 2008, 05:32 PM
Absolutely not. A halogen lamp IS an incandescent lamp. And 90 watts is 90 watts.

donf
Nov 22, 2008, 09:38 AM
Well lets see now.

What is the max wattage of the fixture? Are the connection the same for both bulbs?

Normally because of the damage heat can do to a fixtures wiring, you do not exceed the max wattage of the fixture.

That's why you should never replace a 40 watt bulb with a 75 watt bulb on a 40 watt fixture. Heat is the enemy.