What is meant by "enclosed fixture"? And why is this an issue?

You note that the CENTRIC HOME™ Full Spectrum Flicker-Free A19 10W LED Bulb is not suitable for use in an enclosure. Can you explain more about what you mean by an "enclosure" and why this is an issue? Is it a heat issue? I have a circular fixture with a 1/4" opening between the top and bottom plates and the center glass piece. Would this be OK?

Some of our products, including the CENTRIC HOME™ Full Spectrum Flicker-Free A19 10W LED Bulb, contain electrical hardware within the base of the bulbs which is heat sensitive. As such, these products are known to encounter issues when they have been installed within fixtures that do not allow for moderate airflow. 

For instance, a ceiling fixture that is completely enclosed by the glass would not allow for the heat generated by the bulb to dissipate, whereas a wall sconce with an opening would more easily allow for sufficient heat dissipation.

Based on the description provided of the light fixture, you may not encounter heat issues as the fixture appears to allow for moderate airflow. ​

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