12-30-13, 02:55 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by stevehull
Look for the initials "TC" on the model number for cans. This means thermostatically controlled.
The thermostat is also visible in the upper recess of the can. The non TC cans simply have the wires exiting from the socket (no thermostat).
Many of the older cans were rated for incandescent (IC) lamps. These gave off a huge amount of light. The use of CFL bulbs is very safe as a 100 watt CF only gives off a small fraction of the heat compared to an IC lamp of the same lumens.
Steve
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Even better with LED's .
God bless
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