What is a light drawer?

The light socket is an accessory that connects the bulb to the energy source. There are a number of different types of drawers, with specific fittings for different types and size of the bulb, but all work on the same principle. The socket is connected to the electricity source, often with an electric wire or battery and contains two different contact points that provide electric current into the bulb, causing it to illuminate when it is secured in a socket.

One of the most common types of light socket is in the form of a shallow, threaded, metal cylinder. A light bulb with a corresponding dependent can be screwed into this type of light socket. The metal along the edge of the socket consists of one contact point and the metal piece at the bottom of the socket forms the other. The electric current flows into the bulb only when it is screwed to this type of socket. These types of sockets are often used with standard bulbs, although energy -efficient bulbs are also made to adapt to these sockets.

The

light emitting diodes (LED) and florescent bulbs must also be connected to the light socket to light up. However, specifically shaped drawers are required for these bulbs and often allow bulbs to be captured in place. Long, above -ground florescent tubes will often use drawers with one contact point at each end of the bulb. LEDs often connect to their drawers with two metal spikes at the base of the bulb.

The light socket is designed to handle a certain power and a certain voltage. Bulb, which require power higher than the capacity of the socket, can burn the socket, which can cause fire. When buying a replacement bulb, it is important to look at the socket specifications and make sure the bulb falls within an acceptable range.

The size of the light socket is another important of considering a replacement bulb. Many drawers are built on a standard size that conceptME Many different bulbs, but there are drawers that are larger or smaller and require a bulb that suits properly. For enforcing the bulb into a socket that is not designed to fit, regardless of the power consumption of the bulb, can cause a failure of these two components.