Leviton Compact Fluorescent Keyless Lampholder with Pig Tail Leads and Optional Polycarbonate Lamp Guard

December 15, 2009

Leviton compact fluorescent keyless lampholder I learned about a new product from Leviton today. They are now making a compact fluorescent keyless lampholder. The cool thing about this lampholder is the optional polycarbonate lamp guard. This means that you may use these in a clothes closet and place them a minimum of 6 inches away from the storage space. I like these because they are going to be quick and easy to install.

I typically install a recessed can, a compact fluorescent lamp with a shower trim in clothes closets that I wire. This configuration costs me approximately $15.00 for the can, lamp and trim. However, it takes about 1 hour to install the can, wire it, install the lamp and trim. The compact fluorescent keyless lampholder costs me about the same money but, I can install one of these in about 30 minutes. By switching to this product I can be more efficient and complete my projects quicker. Plus, I can offer an energy star compliant fixture for a reasonable price.

Leviton states that these can be used in closets, garages, basements, utility rooms and attics. However, I wouldn’t install these anywhere except for closets. You can get a regular keyless lampholder for about $1.25 and a compact fluorescent lamp for about $2.50 at your local home improvement store. However, if you are making your home energy star compliant, then I recommend installing these fixtures in garages, basements, utility rooms and attics.

Here is the item description taken from Leviton’s website –

Description
Compact Fluorescent Keyless Lampholder with Pig Tail Leads Polycarbonate Housing, COF WHITE, 13 Watt CFL Lamp Included. Rated 120 V 18 Watts Max, Two 8-32 Mounting Screws.

Features and Benefits

13W GU24 Base Lamp
Keyless Bi-Pin Compact Fluorescent Lampholder
Impact resistant thermoplastic construction
Optional polycarbonate lamp guard available
Pigtail leads provide easy installation
Knockout holes on box enable multiple configurations
Thread-cutting screws facilitate installation of lamp guard
Warranty : 2-Year Limited
Lamp Output = 900 lumens
Lamp Color = 2700 K
Installs in closets, garages, basements, utility rooms and attics
Suitable for indoor use only
Use with standard wall switch

Catalog number – 9860-LHG

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I haven’t used one of these yet, but I will on my next project. What are your thoughts? Will you install these in your home?

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Written by Wayne Gilchrist · Filed Under Product Reviews

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One Response to “Leviton Compact Fluorescent Keyless Lampholder with Pig Tail Leads and Optional Polycarbonate Lamp Guard”

Mrs. Mecomber on February 26th, 2010 7:04 am

Those look spectacular!

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