Replacing Recessed Can Light Socket

Hi all -

New here and never replaced a light socket before. My socket in a recessed can light broke and I need to replace it. I removed the damaged socket which has a rating of 250v and 660w. I found what I thought was an exact replacement from Home Depot rated for 660W but did not mention voltage in the product listing. I just received the replacement socket and while it does match the 660W rating, this new one is rated for 600V, not 250V like the original. Can I use this socket with the higher 600V rating or need to find another with the same rating (250V) as the original?

Thanks for your help!

 

As long as it fits and is of the right base type (E26 medium base and I assume a standard household incandescent recessed can) and will be able to be mounted securely the voltage rating is fine in a 120VAC application. Also don't forget to install the thermal protector in series with the sockets black (hot) wire.

 

Welcome to the forums.

You can always use a higher voltage part in place of a lower voltage part.

 

Great, thank you! I figured as much but better safe than sorry.