clamp-on work lamps

[esantoro]

I've been having a difficult time finding clamp-on work lamps that work well. I found two fluorescent magnifying lamps that work well, but the ballast on one burned out. Then I found two incandescent work lamps, but the screw-down base is made of cheap plastic, and one is about to fall apart. Does anyone know where I can buy a sturdy metal base, just the base, that I can use to replace the one about to fall apart?

Thanks,

Ed

[craftsman827]

I've been having a difficult time finding clamp-on work lamps that work well. I found two fluorescent magnifying lamps that work well, but the ballast on one burned out. Then I found two incandescent work lamps, but the screw-down base is made of cheap plastic, and one is about to fall apart. Does anyone know where I can buy a sturdy metal base, just the base, that I can use to replace the one about to fall apart?

Thanks,

Ed

Try a hardware store.Home depot, or your local true value...

[Beaverslayer]

Ed,

I picked up my desklamp from a local drafting supply store. If you can't find one of them try Ikea, they have a good selection of desk lamps with very heavy bases.

Ken