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Originally Posted by photon
Most LEDs they do not recommend putting them into an enclosed fixture, the heat can cause them to fail early and it also accelerates the dimming of the LED over time.
The Phillips ones I have specifically say only for use in open fixtures.
Cree is the one brand I like that warrants their bulbs for use in enclosed fixtures.
http://www.earthled.com/collections/...ed-light-bulbs |
Yes I generally avoid Phillips where possible. GE is a bit better too. If you can find a fixture where they are built in (my outside lights are all LED and enclosed) that is generally the best way to go.