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General Category => General Scroll Saw Talk => Topic started by: lwilli on February 24, 2011, 12:00:31 pm

Title: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: lwilli on February 24, 2011, 12:00:31 pm

I am in need of a replacement bulb for my Dewalt DW788 work light. Apparently, Dewalt doesn't sell replacement bulbs which is a 25Watt Type S. I was hoping someone else would have some info about a replacement that they may have used in place of this factory bulb. Any info would be appreciated. I enjoy having some light, but my wife says it isn't necessary because I am always in the dark anyway...not sure what she means by that!

Louis

Title: Re: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: Judy Hunter on February 24, 2011, 02:03:09 pm

Take the bulb out, take it to Walmart for comparison.  They come in a two pack.

Title: Re: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: lwilli on February 24, 2011, 02:21:36 pm

Thanks Judy, that was going to be my first stop.

Title: Re: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: Russ C on February 24, 2011, 02:22:58 pm

I agree with Judy. You should be able to find it at Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Lowes etc.  8)

Title: Re: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: mrsn on February 24, 2011, 05:46:30 pm

I don't know if it is the same type that are in my Hitachi or not, but if they are good luck. I can find the right size at walmart or home depot, but they really should be "rough service" type bulbs. All of the vibration from the saw can cause regular bulbs to burn out quickly. I haven't found any of the rough service type, and I can only keep a normal one lit for less then an hour of sawing. I switched to an external light source for my saw.

Title: Re: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: lwilli on February 24, 2011, 10:08:15 pm

Thanks Russ and MrsN! I think I will try the bulbs available at Wal-Mart and see if they hold up. If I experience problems with them I will do as MrsN suggests and rig up an exterior light.

Louis

Title: Re: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: yankeebum2 on February 24, 2011, 10:43:42 pm

Hi Louis, Judy is correct. I just bought a 2 pack at walmart last week.

Title: Re: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: marmoh on February 24, 2011, 11:20:05 pm

I'd say save the money and listen to your wife  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
(hope you know I'm kidding)

Title: Re: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: Crabbyboater on February 25, 2011, 12:16:58 pm

I bought a replacement bulb for my 788 at Home Depot.  No problem finding it.  And yes, they come in a 2 pack. 

Title: Re: Replacement bulb for DW788 Work Light
Post by: lwilli on February 25, 2011, 12:42:15 pm

Marion,

You are a wise person :-)