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    35 Products

    Light Bulb Sockets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Light Bulb Sockets, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Light Bulb Sockets, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Light Bulb Sockets, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Light Bulb Sockets, Style D.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Style D

    Install sockets for medium (standard household) screw-in base light bulbs. Made of porcelain, these sockets withstand high temperatures near bulbs without melting or deforming, making them suitable for enclosed fixtures. All are UL Listed.
    Styles A-C—Styles A-C mount to outlet boxes.
    Overall
    Housing
    Mounting
    Holes
    Style
    Switch
    Type
    Mount
    Type
    Wire
    Connection
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Voltage, V AC
    Screw-In Base Size
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    Collar
    Dia.
    Material
    Color
    For Outlet
    Box Ht.
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    No.
    of
    Dia.
    Certification
    Each
    For LED, CFL, Halogen, and Incandescent Lights
    ANo SwitchFastenerScrew Terminal
    		4 1/2"——120, 208, 240Medium (Standard Household)6601 9/16"PorcelainWhite3 1/4", 4"Yes27/32"UL Listed, CSA Certified
    		16895K1200000
    BPull ChainFastenerScrew Terminal
    		4 1/2"——120, 208, 240Medium (Standard Household)2501 11/16"PorcelainWhite3 1/4", 4"Yes27/32"UL Listed, CSA Certified
    		16895K800000
    CPull ChainFastenerScrew Terminal
    		4 1/2"——120Medium (Standard Household)2501 5/8"PorcelainWhite3 1/4", 4"Yes27/32"UL Listed, CSA Certified
    		16895K900000
    DNo SwitchFastenerScrew Terminal
    		—2"2"120, 208, 240, 277, 480Medium (Standard Household)6601 1/2"PorcelainWhite—No23/16"UL Listed
    		14695K180000
     

    Light Socket Splitters

    Image of ProductInUse. Shown with Bulbs Installed. Front orientation. Light Socket Adapters. Light Socket Splitters.
    Image of ProductInUse. Top orientation. Light Socket Adapters. Light Socket Splitters.

    Shown with Bulbs Installed

    Double your light output by installing two bulbs in place of one.
    For
    Bulb Base
    For
    Socket Base
    For Max.
    Type
    Size
    Dia.
    Type
    Size
    Dia.
    Bulb Wattage,
    W
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    For Incandescent, Halogen, CFL, and LED Lights
    Screw InMedium (Standard Household)1 1/16"Screw InMedium (Standard Household)1 1/16"660250PlasticWhiteUL Listed
    		7963N121000000
     

    Temporary Light Bulb Sockets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Temporary Light Bulb Sockets.
    Also known as pigtail holders. Temporarily wire these sockets to provide light during construction. They have a rubber lip that molds around bulbs to form a water-resistant seal.
    Housing
    Mount
    Type
    Wire
    Connection
    Overall
    Dia.
    Voltage, V AC
    Screw-In Base Size
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    Collar
    Dia.
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    For LED, CFL, Halogen, and Incandescent Lights
    SuspensionWire Leads
    		1 1/2"120, 208, 240, 277, 480Medium (Standard Household)3001 5/8"CeramicYellowUL Listed
    		8289K31000000
     

    Landscape Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Landscape Lights. Landscape Lights, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Landscape Lights. Landscape Lights, Style E.

    Style B

    Style E

    Aim these lights up at entrance signs, trees, and other outdoor features. They pivot, so you can direct the beam where you need it. All are rated for wet locations.
    Select a light appearance to match your existing lighting. If you’re not sure what light appearance your existing fixtures have, choose a light with a selectable light appearance. Use the switch to adjust its appearance and brightness.
    Styles B and E—Styles B and E work with medium (standard household) screw-in base spotlight or floodlight bulbs (not included).
    Thread In—Thread-in lights mount into outdoor-rated outlet boxes. You can also add a ground stake (sold separately) to plant them directly in the earth.
    NEMA 3R Enclosure Rating—Lights rated NEMA 3R are sealed against dirt, rain, snow, and sprinklers.
    Overall
    Housing
    Style
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    Mount
    Type
    Mounting Location
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    3 Straight-Blade Connection
     
    For CFL, Halogen, Incandescent, LED (Bulbs Not Included)
    B150—In Ground, StakeYes2 1/8"11 5/8"120AluminumGrayNEMA 3R
    		C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    		8301K11000000
     
    Wire Lead Connection
     
    For CFL, Halogen, Incandescent, LED (Bulbs Not Included)
    E150Thread InIn Ground, Outlet Box, PoleYes2"3 1/2"120Zinc AlloySilver—C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    		1700K1400000
     
    Ground Stakes for Thread-In Lights
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ground Anchors. Landscape Lights.
    Mounting
    Location
    Overall
    Lg.
    Each
    In Ground, Stake8 1/2"15215K23000000

    Plug-In Portable Clip-On Work Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Portable Work Lights. Plug-In Portable Clip-On Work Lights, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Portable Work Lights. Plug-In Portable Clip-On Work Lights, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Portable Work Lights. Plug-In Portable Clip-On Work Lights, Style D.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Portable Work Lights. Plug-In Portable Clip-On Work Lights, Style E.

    Style B

    Style C

    Style D

    Style E

    A mounting clip at the base lets you attach these lights to nearby surfaces.
    Styles B and C—Styles B and C work with standard household screw-in bulbs. A reflector behind the bulb distributes the light evenly.
    Style D—Style D work with standard household screw-in bulbs. A reflector behind the bulb distributes the light evenly. They also have a wire cage to protect the bulb from damage.
    Style E—Style E work with standard household screw-in bulbs. A reflector behind the bulb distributes the light evenly. They also have a reflector that’s polycarbonate, so it stays cool to the touch.
    Electrical
    Style
    For Max. Surface
    Thk.
    Head
    Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wattage,
    W
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Connection
    No. of
    Blades
    Outlet
    Included
    AWG
    Mount
    Type
    Certification
    Color
    Each
     
    Replaceable Incandescent and LED Bulbs
    B2"5 3/4"6 1/2"606Straight Blade2No18
    		Clip OnUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		—1627K1200000
    C2"8 1/2"6 1/2"15012Straight Blade2No18
    		Clip OnUL Listed
    		—1627K1300000
    D2"10 3/4"6"3008Straight Blade2No18
    		Clip OnUL Listed
    		—1627K10100000
    E2 1/2"7 3/4"8 1/2"756Straight Blade2No18
    		Clip OnUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		Black3624N1100000
     

    Wet-Location Portable Work Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Portable Work Lights. Wet-Location Portable Work Lights, PTFE Lens.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Portable Work Lights. Wet-Location Portable Work Lights, Tempered-Glass Lens.

    PTFE

    Lens

    Tempered-Glass

    Lens

    Light up wet areas—these lights seal out moisture and humidity. They’ll even work in areas with frequent washdowns. Rated NEMA 4X, they withstand spraying liquid, resist corrosion, and keep out dust. Use them with medium-base, screw-in CFL (compact fluorescent), halogen, incandescent, and LED bulbs (sold separately).
    PTFE Lens—PTFE lenses are impact resistant.
    Tempered-Glass Lens—Tempered glass lenses are more durable than PTFE lenses. They have a zinc-plated steel guard to protect them.
    Overall
    Electrical
    Hook
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Wattage,
    W
    Color
    Handle
    Material
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Connection
    No. of
    Blades
    Electrical
    Connection Type
    AWG
    Material
    Adjustability
    Each
    Replaceable CFL, Halogen, Incandescent, LED Bulbs
     
    PTFE Lens
    10"5"25100YellowPlasticNEMA 4X
    		120Straight Blade2Plug In16
    		PlasticSwivel1546K110000000
    10"5"50100YellowPlasticNEMA 4X
    		120Straight Blade2Plug In16
    		PlasticSwivel1546K12000000
     
    Tempered-Glass Lens
    18"4 3/4"—100YellowRubberNEMA 4X
    		120——Hardwire16
    		Aluminum
    		Swivel1548K84000000
    18"4 3/4"25100YellowRubberNEMA 4X
    		120Straight Blade3Plug In16
    		Aluminum
    		Swivel1548K15000000
    18"4 3/4"50100YellowRubberNEMA 4X
    		120Straight Blade3Plug In16
    		Aluminum
    		Swivel1548K16000000
     
    Replacement Lenses
    Each
    Tempered Glass Lens1548K91000000
    PTFE Lens1546K13000000

    Sockets for Bayonet Base Light Bulbs

    Image of ProductInUse. Socket Shown with Bulb. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Sockets for Bayonet Base Light Bulbs.

    Socket

    Shown with

    Bulb

    Image of Product. Top orientation. Light Sockets. Sockets for Bayonet Base Light Bulbs, Bracket Mount.

    Bracket Mount

    Image of Product. Top orientation. Light Sockets. Sockets for Bayonet Base Light Bulbs, Pipe Mount.

    Pipe

    Mount

    Add lighting to machinery that’s prone to vibration—these sockets lock bayonet-base bulbs in place to resist bumps and movements. They make replacing bulbs easy because you don’t have to thread the bulbs in like screw-in sockets.
    Bracket Mount—Bracket-mount sockets require No. 6 screws (not included) for installation.
    Pipe Mount—Pipe-mount sockets are installed by drilling a 3/8" hole in your panel and securing the pipe nipple with a panel nut (sold separately).
    Sockets
    Steel Hex Panel Nuts
    For
    Bulb Base
    For Max.
    Pipe
    For Wire
    Mounting Holes
    Contact
    Type
    Size
    Dia.
    Bulb Wattage,
    W
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Ht.
    Material
    Wire
    Connection
    Wire Lead
    Lg.
    Ga.
    Construction
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    No.
    of
    Dia.
    Ctr.-to-Ctr.
    Certification
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Bracket Mount
    SingleSmall0.59"500125——1"IronWire Leads
    		9"18
    		Stranded
    		No25/32"1 1/4"UL Recognized Component
    		8217N1300000————0
    DoubleSmall0.59"500125——1"IronWire Leads
    		9"18
    		Stranded
    		No25/32"1 1/4"UL Recognized Component
    		8217N140000————0
     
    Pipe Mount
    SingleSmall0.59"5001251/8
    		NPSM
    		1 3/8"IronWire Leads
    		9"18
    		Stranded
    		————UL Recognized Component
    		8217N110000191862A10100000
    DoubleSmall0.59"5001251/8
    		NPSM
    		1 3/8"IronWire Leads
    		12"18
    		Stranded
    		————UL Recognized Component
    		8217N120000191862A1010000
     

    Cord-Suspended Ceiling Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ceiling and Wall Lights. Cord-Suspended Ceiling Lights.
    Also known as pendant lights, these fixtures hang from a cord to direct light where you need it. They work with LED, CFL, halogen, and incandescent bulbs (sold separately). The powder-coated finish resists chipping and fading for a long-lasting appearance. An included outlet box cover creates a clean, finished look at the ceiling mount.
    Overall
    Housing
    Mount
    Type
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Material
    Color
    Bulbs
    Included
    No. of Bulbs
    Req.
    Screw-In Base Size
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    AWG
    No. of
    Wires
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Includes
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    Certification
    Each
    CFL, Halogen, Incandescent, LED
    Suspension16"8 1/8"120Powder-Coated SteelWhiteNo1Medium (Standard Household)10018
    		312Outlet Box CoverYesC-UL Listed
    		14685K65000000
     

    Light Socket Extenders

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Socket Adapters. Light Socket Extenders.
    Use these extenders when bulbs are too short to fit into deep or recessed fixtures.
    For
    Bulb Base
    For
    Socket Base
    Type
    Size
    Dia.
    Type
    Size
    Dia.
    Extension
    Lg.
    Material
    Certification
    Each
    For Incandescent, Halogen, CFL, and LED Lights
    Screw InMedium (Standard Household)1 1/16"Screw InMedium (Standard Household)1 1/16"1 1/4"PorcelainUL Listed
    		14695K94000000
     

    Heat-Resistant Lights

    Image of Product. Light. Front orientation. Ceiling and Wall Lights. Heat-Resistant Lights, CFL, Halogen, Incandescent, LED, Fastener Mount.
    Image of Product. Light with Guard. Front orientation. Ceiling and Wall Lights. Heat-Resistant Lights, CFL, Halogen, Incandescent, LED, Fastener Mount, Aluminum Guard.

    Light

    Light with

    Guard

    Designed to withstand heat and grease, these lights are often used in commercial cooking hoods. They are also known as hood lights. These fixtures work with LED, CFL, halogen, and incandescent bulbs (sold separately).
    Aluminum Guard—Lights with a guard protect the glass lens from breaking.
    Overall
    Mounting
    Mount
    Type
    Guard
    Material
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Housing
    Material
    Bulbs
    Included
    No. of Bulbs
    Req.
    Screw-In Base Size
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    Hardware
    Included
    No. of
    Holes
    Hole
    Dia.
    Certification
    Lens Material
    Each
    CFL, Halogen, Incandescent, LED
    Fastener—5 3/8"8 3/8"120AluminumNo1Medium (Standard Household)100No23/16"C-UL Listed
    CSA Certified
    UL Listed
    		Tempered Glass7533T11000000
    FastenerAluminum
    		5 3/8"8 3/4"120AluminumNo1Medium (Standard Household)100No23/16"C-UL Listed
    CSA Certified
    UL Listed
    		Tempered Glass7533T2100000
     

    Medium Screw-In Socket Adapters for Candelabra Screw-In Sockets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Socket Adapters. Medium Screw-In Socket Adapters for Candelabra Screw-In Sockets.
    Convert a fixture that uses candelabra-base bulbs to accept medium-base bulbs with these adapters.
    For
    Bulb Base
    For
    Socket Base
    Type
    Size
    Dia.
    Type
    Size
    Dia.
    Each
    For Incandescent, Halogen, CFL, and LED Lights
    Screw InMedium (Standard Household)1 1/16"Screw InCandelabra1/2"2378N11000000
     

    Plug-In Sockets for Screw-In Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Plug-In Sockets for Screw-In Light Bulbs.
    Turn an overhead outlet or an extension cord into a temporary light. These sockets have a two-blade plug for a quick connection.
    For
    Screw-In Base
    Size
    Dia.
    Switch
    Type
    Mount
    Type
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Each
    For LED, CFL, Halogen, and Incandescent Lights
     
    For Screw-In Bulb Bases
    Medium (Standard Household)1 1/16"No SwitchPlug InPlasticBrownUL Listed
    		14695K9700000
     

    Plug-In Sockets with Cord for Screw-In Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Plug-In Sockets with Cord for Screw-In Light Bulbs.
    Create temporary light wherever you need it. Just screw in a bulb and plug the socket into any two-blade outlet. The 15 ft. cord gives you ample distance from your outlet. These sockets are compatible with medium (standard household) screw-in base light bulbs.
    Mount them in a 1 1/4" dia. hole with the included nut, or suspend with cable ties (not included).
    For
    Screw-In Base
    Size
    Dia.
    Wattage,
    W
    Mount
    Type
    Material
    Color
    Certification
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    For LED, Halogen, and Incandescent Lights
     
    For Screw-In Bulb Bases
    Medium (Standard Household)1 1/16"660Plug InPlasticWhiteUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		157870N101000000
     

    Sockets for Screw-In Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Sockets for Screw-In Light Bulbs, No Switch.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Sockets for Screw-In Light Bulbs, Knob Switch.

    No Switch

    Knob Switch

    Hardwire these sockets to a power source.
    For
    Screw-In Base
    Pipe
    Switch
    Type
    Size
    Dia.
    Thread
    Type
    Size
    Gender
    Color
    Wire
    Connection
    No. of Wire
    Leads
    Certification
    Each
    For LED, CFL, Halogen, and Incandescent Lights
     
    Plastic
    No SwitchMedium (Standard Household)1 1/16"NPSM
    		1/8
    		FemaleBlackWire Leads
    		2UL Listed
    		14695K9600000
     
    Brass
    No SwitchMedium (Standard Household)1 1/16"NPSM
    		1/8
    		Female—Screw Terminal
    		—UL Listed
    		14695K5100000
    KnobMedium (Standard Household)1 1/16"NPSM
    		1/8
    		Female—Screw Terminal
    		—UL Listed
    		14695K820000
     
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