Touch & Glow- Touch On/Off Switch Simply Plug Your Lamp Into This Unit And Then Plug It Into Wall Outlet. Touch Any Metal Part Of Lamp For Easy On/Off For Home Safety, Built-In Current-Limit Circuit Helps Prevent Temporary Electrical Overloads Built-In "Soft-Start" Electronic Circuit Increases Bulb Life Significantly Ultra-Compact Size Does Not Block The Second Electrical Outlet Heavy Duty Maximum 300W Bulb Capacity.