Base Types Light Bulb Socket Sizes Chart

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Base types light bulb socket sizes chart.

The same size as a standard household bulb. Par parabolic aluminized reflector spotlight and flood light bulbs. Par16 par20 par30 par38. You can compare most common e size designations with a thread diameter see the specific light bulb name for that size see what are the most common applications and even see the official standard for light bulbs.

C9 e17 intermediate base bulbs. Hps lamps give off golden white light dont use near entryways. Light bulb socket sizes chart. C7 e12 candelabra base bulbs.

They are commonly used for general lighting in standard light fixtures such as ceiling lights lamps can lights outdoor spotlight and flood light fixtures and vanity lights. Historically known as the old christmas light bulb size. A21 bulb in a a19 socket. Vintage light bulbs add a decorative touch to the conventional light fixtures in your home.

Also known as edison light bulbs they are distinguished by the antique style filament in the center these types of light bulbs come in a variety of sizes and shapes. Here is the light bulb socket size chart to help you determine what size do you need your light bulb to be. Screw bases 10mm miniature screw e10 11mm miniature candelabra e11 12mm candelabra e12 14mm european e14 17mm intermediate e17 26mm medium e26 26mm medium skirted 27mm european medium e27 39mm mogul e39 fluorescent pin bases miniature bipin medium bipin single pin recessed double contact 4 pin single ended 4 pin 2gx 13 axial twist lock bases. Types of light bulbs bases.

The following is a list of common basic types presented on a size lamps. Bulbs with these base types are available in many different styles. At its widest point on the base. A shape light bulb base types.

Some e26 lamps have a completely different shape from the standard a21 or type a. Common bulbs with e26 e27 bases. The a19 has a diameter of. Up to 85 less energy use than incandescent.

Learn about all the different types of light bulbs including led halogen fluorescent and more. Find the lightbulbs shape you re looking for with this visual chart detailed illustrations of bulb shapes include a19 mr16 par and linear fluorescent tubes. Typically used for chandelier type fixtures and decorative lighting. High pressure sodium bulbs have a 15000 hour average life suitable for hard to reach areas.

Light bulb sizes and shapes chart including the different kind of light bulb bases. Other decorative light bulbs include candelabra bulbs that complement chandeliers sconces and ceiling fans. G14 led bulbs in ceiling light fixture g30 led bulbs in bathroom vanity g30 led filament bulb in porch light fixture g16 gold tint led filament bulbs in ceiling light fixture.