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What does G4 light bulb mean?
The G4 lamps are types of the bi-pin or two-pin standard, defined by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). These types of lamps have two pins at the input. The number 4 in the name indicates the center-to-center distance between two pins, which is 4mm in this type.
What does Gu stand for in light bulbs?
G: Globe, incandescent. GU: (GU/10), general use halogen indoor flood (third photo below from left, leftmost bulb of the pair, 12-Volts)
What is the difference between Type B and Type CA light bulbs?
Conical angular (CA) bulbs are shaped like a cone but have a bent tip. Blunt-tip (B) bulbs are very similar to C-type bulbs but have more of a torpedo or bullet shape.
What is E17 bulb equivalent?
C9 / E17 / Intermediate Base Bulbs historically known as the old Christmas light bulb size. Medium / E26 Bulbs (E27 in Europe) the same size as a standard household bulb.
Can I replace G4 halogen bulbs with LED?
G4 Bulb Type LEDs are a simple replacement for your G4 Pin Type Halogen Globes. However, a better option for Down Lights and some other fittings using G4 halogen bulbs are using our Multi-Volt G4 LED Disc type replacements.
Are G4 and G9 the same?
The difference between the G4 and G9 bulb formats relate to the bulb having either straight or looped prongs; the format that you require will be defined by the light fitting that you have and can best be judged by a straight replacement and inspection of the old bulbs.
What is an E17 base bulb used for?
Like candelabra bulbs with E12 bases, bulbs with E17 bases are used for decorative applications, such as chandeliers, wall sconces, Christmas lights, restaurant pendant lights, ornamental lights, and sign or marquee lights.
How to tell e14/ses bulbs from e27/es bulbs?
Ok, the easiest way to tell an E14/SES bulb from an E27/ES bulb is: E27/ES: roughly the same width as your thumb – find E27/ES replacement bulbs. E14/SES: roughly the same width as your little finger – find E14/SES replacement bulbs.
What is the difference between PAR16 and PAR30 bulbs?
From top left to bottom right: PAR16 LED bulbs in ceiling fan fixture, PAR30 LED bulbs in recessed soffit light fixtures, PAR16 LED bulbs in eyeball light fixtures, PAR38 LED bulbs in garage security light, PAR38 LED bulb in kitchen can light PAR stands for parabolic aluminized reflector.
What is the difference between E12 and E11 bulbs?
E11 (mini candelabra) is 11mm (0.433 in) in diameter and is a bit smaller than E12 (candelabra) which is 12mm in diameter. Its applications are very limited. E11’s are most commonly used for small, halogen (hot!) bulbs.