lampshades, fluorescent, LED bulbs

[Use Less]

A number of my lamps use those shades that clamp over incandescent light bulbs. Won't take wire assemblies for the other kind of shade. What do I use if I want to swap out for fluorescent bulbs? I am trying one LED bulb as an experiment. The shape would seem OK with a clamp-on shade, but is that safe? Advised against? Thanks.

[Ozarks Tom]

LED bulbs would be safe, but CFL bulbs with mercury could be a hazard even if they have a standard shape.

[jdunlap76]

Halogen bulbs would work...they are the same size and shape as the old incandesents...

[unregistered353870]

I've had one on an LED bulb for several months. The rubbery coating on the bulb has melted a little where the wire clamp is touching it, but it doesn't seem to be a problem. I think the bulb is actually pretty thick glass. It seems to be tougher than an incandescent bulb.

[GunMonkeyIntl]

Originally Posted by Ozarks Tom

LED bulbs would be safe, but CFL bulbs with mercury could be a hazard even if they have a standard shape.

Nope.
Nancy Pelosi decided they're good.
No need to stress your little mind thinking about it.
Aide informed her. She informed you. Don't question it.

Now, if I could just get her drip-free fuel cans to work...

[Ozarks Tom]

Originally Posted by GunMonkeyIntl

Now, if I could just get her drip-free fuel cans to work...

Easy, install a tire valve stem, w/o the valve, in the top away from the spout. I've got about 20 like that.