Okay, this is the 2nd warning that I have received about these 4-bulb adapters. I used them during my first grow with no problems. I have 2-42 watts and 2 26 watt bulbs in each one with a mixture of bright and soft bulbs. I have more bright for vegging and a soft bulb on each set of 4. So, both you (MsBotwin) and Lumi had problems with the adapter falling apart? Wow, the first sign of a problem with them I will take them down pronto. So far they have worked wonderful for me. Thanks for the heads up.