We found a replacement part at Loews for about $9 today. Apparently it is quite easy to change. They also have parts for converting other lamps to touch switching. Joyce Evans
Yes, a touch lamp can be converted to a regular electric lamp by replacing the touch-sensitive module with a regular on/off switch. This involves disconnecting the touch control system and wiring in a traditional switch for manual control of the lamp.
The touch lamp was first invented by designer Ron Rezek in the early 1980s. His design featured a metal base with a sensor that could detect touch and turn the lamp on or off.
The Lamp actually falls and breaks
Touch lamps work by sensing changes in capacitance when a person touches the lamp's metal base or any metal surface on the lamp. This change in capacitance triggers the lamp to turn on or off. The lamp is designed to detect the small electrical charge that flows through our body when we touch it.
To adjust the brightness of a touch light lamp, simply touch and hold the base or designated area until the desired brightness level is reached.
Yes, a type B bulb can be used in a touch lamp as long as it fits the lamp's socket size and wattage requirements. Make sure the bulb is compatible with the touch-sensitive mechanism and provides the desired brightness for the lamp.
Im currently trying to repair mine. Apparently a thyristor is the problem. I have a wall-o-brokenCircuitBoards and am trying to use thyristors from an lcd power supply but they seem to be dead, or the heat from the soldering gun is killing them before they even get a chance. I hope you fix yours. Heck, I hope I fix mine.
An incandescent lamp is not cool to the touch unless it is an extremely low wattage. Heat given off by incandescent lamps is one of the drawbacks of the lamp. Total overall efficiency is reduced by the wasted heat.
Take it to the Apple Store for repair or replacement.
I am trying to get in touch with Wilhelmina Delco to invite her to speak to LAMP, a UT Continuing Ed program.
The touch lamp was invented in Freeport, New York, by Scott M. Kunen. He patented the touch lamp twice, and the most recent patent was issued on May 26, 1987.
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