Lamp Holder and Its Type
Lamp holder is also known as light
socket or lamp receptacle.
These are fixtures used in lighting
installations to protect and hold the
lamp.
Types of Lamp Holder
Ceiling Receptacle
Weather proof socket
Key Socket
Pull –Chain Socket
Push Through Socket
Twin Socket
Current- Tap Receptacle
Fed Through Socket
Miniature socket
Ceiling Receptacle
Flush Type Surface Type
Weather Proof Socket
Key Socket
Pull –Chain Socket
Push Through Socket
Twin Socket
Current- Tap Receptacle
Miniature socket
Test I.
Identification
Directions: Identify if what is being asked or
defined by the following. Write your answer in
your paper.
1. What type of lamp holder is used for
outdoor lighting installation because it
can resist against all weather condition?
2. It is a lamp socket that has a pull-
chain switch.
3. What type of lamp socket that has a
push through switch?
4. This lamp receptacle is either flush
type or surface type used in lighting
installation at ceiling.
5. What type of lamp receptacle that has
a female plug for additional connection?
Test II. Picture Identification
Directions: Identify the following pictures of
lamp holder. Write your answer in your paper.
1. 2. 3.
4. 5.