How to re-cement a lamp base « on: July 26, 2022, 12:22:01 AM » Author: 108CAM
I have a 250w MV lamp with a loose base and I'd like to try and re-cement it to the glass envelope. I've used sticky tape on fluorescent tubes but I'm not sure if it's a good idea with the MV lamp because it runs hotter and I don't want the heat to end up melting the tape and causing a fire. Any ideas on how to fix it?
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	Re: How to re-cement a lamp base « Reply #1 on: July 27, 2022, 08:18:44 AM » Author: HIDLad001
You could probably use rubber cement, preferably one that is stronger, and has a higher melt point.
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	Re: How to re-cement a lamp base « Reply #2 on: July 31, 2022, 12:55:21 PM » Author: Mandolin Girl
We've had very good success with Gorilla Glue Don't use too much though as it expands a lot..!
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