I bought a 36W (220V/50Hz/425mA/E27) LED growlight (well, only the lightbulb).
To make it work, I also ordered a simple lampholder (AKA the other part of the lamp).
After wiring it up, the light bulb doesn't work. I have already tested the lampholder with other bulbs (both lower wattage) and they all work.
Now I turn to you guys. Is the lampholder too 'weak' for 36W, or is the LED bulb broken?
Best Answer
If the lamp fits the socket, there is no problem with it being "underpowered". This appears to be a simple socket without ballast, just an on/off switch in series.
Two possible causes of the issue: