<\/figure>\n\n\n\nType B light bulbs are another common type of light bulb where B stands for the blunt tip. These lights resemble the shape of a blunt bullet. Some Type B bulbs bulge at the bottom and get thinner as they reach the tip, while others retain the narrow shape from bottom to top. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Type B light bulbs are candle-like and popularly used in decorative light fixtures. These bulbs are commonly referred to as Candelabra bulbs for their decorative application. The Type B light bulbs carry less wattage than other bulbs and are often not the primary source of light in the room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some of the type-B bulbs are as follows: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
B8 Bulb: <\/strong> B-type bulb with a diameter of 1 inchB10 Bulb: <\/strong> B-type bulb with a diameter of 1.3 inchesB11 Bulb: <\/strong> B-type bulb with a diameter of 1.4 inchesB13 Bulb: <\/strong> B-type bulb with a diameter of 1.6 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe most popular bulb from this series is the B10 bulb. Furthermore, these bulbs are available in CFL, HID, incandescent, LED, etc., technologies, making room for everyone to choose as per their needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Type C Bulbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nType C bulbs, also known as Conical Bulbs, are shaped like cones or candle flame. Their shape may appear similar to the type-B or blunt-tip bulbs but they have a more distinct bullet shape with a point at the end. However, type-C light bulbs are also used for decoration like type-B light bulbs. You can use these light bulbs in chandeliers, pendant lights, night lights, club lights, and other decorative lighting applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Like type-B bulbs, type-C bulbs are also referred to as Candelabra bulbs for their decorative application and carry less wattage than other bulbs. Hence, these light bulbs are often not the primary source of light in the room. Also, these bulbs, too, are available in CFL, HID, incandescent, LED, etc., technologies, giving the buyers the liberty to choose what works the best for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Given below are some of the type-C light bulbs and their specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
C7 Bulb: <\/strong> C-type bulb with a diameter of 0.9 inchC9 Bulb: <\/strong> C-type bulb with a diameter of 1.1 inchesC15 Bulb: <\/strong> C-type bulb with a diameter of 1.9 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nThere is a CA-type bulb which is a special type of conical bulb with an angular tip at the top. The Conical angular bulbs or CA-type bulbs are shaped like a cone but their tip is bent at an angle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nType F Bulbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nAs given in the light bulb size chart<\/strong>, there are several light bulb types <\/strong>with a candle flame-like shape. Hence, mentioning candle flame bulbs many times can leave you confused. But if you read and observe carefully, all these types have slight variations in their shapes and hence, have different codes. <\/p>\n\n\n\nLike the C-type light bulbs have a regular candle flame-like shape, E-type light bulbs have an extended candle flame-like shape, and the F-type bulbs have a flambeau-like shape. The Flame-tip or Flambeau light bulbs look like candle flames but have irregular grooves on the surface. Their unique shape provides them with an aesthetically pleasing look and lighting effect. F-type light bulbs are popular in hotels and restaurants but are often installed in homes too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The various <\/strong>F-type light bulb sizes <\/strong>available for various lighting projects are as given below.<\/p>\n\n\n\nF10:<\/strong> F-type bulb with a diameter of 1.2 inchesF15:<\/strong> F-type bulb with a diameter of 1.9 inchesF20:<\/strong> F-type bulb with a diameter of 2.3 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nLike other light bulbs, type F light bulbs, too, are available in various lighting technologies but the incandescent ones are popular for their vintage aesthetics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Type L Bulbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nType L light bulbs are long and tubular and are also known as linear lights. The most common linear lights are the LED tube lights we use at home. These lights are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and can be found in different powers and sizes. You can buy the linear type light in LED, CFL, HID, and incandescent lighting technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The codes and dimensions of type L light bulbs are as follows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
L4:<\/strong> L-type bulb with a diameter of 0.5 inchesL5: <\/strong>L-type bulb with a diameter of 0.6 inchesL8:<\/strong> L-type bulb with a diameter of 1 inchL12:<\/strong> L-type bulb with a diameter of 1.25 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nType G Bulbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nType G light bulbs are easy to identify and distinguish because of their unique but simple shape. These bulbs feature a spherical round shape and hence, are also called the Globe lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The type G bulbs are the ones that we usually see on the vanity lighting. A common installation of these bulbs can be seen around the mirrors. Basically, they work great in places where you would prefer ambient or bright lighting. Their impressive lighting ability makes them a great choice of light bulb for your house if you have an eye for statement designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is easy to find the G-type light bulbs in Incandescent, CFL, HID, and LED lighting technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Type-G light bulbs are available in several size variations. Some of these variations are as follows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
G16: <\/strong>G-type bulb with a diameter of 2 inchesG30: <\/strong>G-type bulb with a diameter of 3.8 inchesG90: <\/strong>G-type bulb with a diameter of 11.3 inchesG125: <\/strong>G-type bulb with a diameter of 16.6 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nType PS Bulbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe type-PS lights may look similar to type-A lights, but there is a sweet difference. Pear Straight Lights or type PS light bulbs have a more rounded body than type A light bulbs. Due to the similarity in the pear shape with type-A bulbs, these are sometimes also referred to as the elongated standard bulb. However, these light bulbs are not the standard bulbs for the home, and I do not recommend using them in the place of A-series bulbs as the light bulbs are high wattage light bulbs not suitable for homes..<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The typical type-PS light bulbs that are easily found are PS30 and PS40. The light bulb dimensions of the same as follows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
PS30-<\/strong> PS-type bulb with a diameter of 3.8 inchesPS40-<\/strong> PS-type bulb with a diameter of 5 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nUtilitywise, PS30 light bulbs are popular in offices and retail stores, and PS40 light bulbs are popular for installation in radio towers, cellular towers, high tension wires, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Type R Bulbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nType-R bulbs or reflector bulbs come installed with an inbuilt reflecting surface. The reflector design of these light bulbs directs the light output towards the front instead of scattering the light all around. These light bulbs are suitable for installation in dining areas of homes and restaurants, in recessed cans, hotels, etc. If you wish to install these lights in your space, you can choose from incandescent lights, LED, or CFL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most common type-R light is R20. A few of the various reflector light bulb sizes <\/strong>are as follows.<\/p>\n\n\n\nR4: <\/strong>R-type bulb with a diameter of 0.5 inchesR12: <\/strong>R-type bulb with a diameter of 1.5 inchesR20: <\/strong>R-type bulb with a diameter of 2.5 inchesR30: <\/strong>R-type bulb with a diameter of 3.8 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nType T Bulbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nType-T bulbs are another popular bulbs that can be commonly found installed in our surroundings. These are also known as Tubular Light bulbs due to their tube-like shape and come in various lengths and widths. Depending on their length, you can use type-T light bulbs in applications ranging from street lighting, chandeliers, floodlighting, departmental stores, etc., where a high light output and increased efficiency are essential. These lights are excellent at illuminating bright light for very little energy and are long-lasting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No doubt, the T-type light bulbs are more functional than the decorative lights available. Like most other lights, these lights are also available in incandescent, CFL, HID, and LED technologies. The various tubular light bulb sizes <\/strong>are T3, T4, T41\/2, T5, T51\/2, T6, T61\/2, T7, T71\/2, T8, T9, T10, T14, and T20. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe dimensions of a few of the above are mentioned below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
T3: <\/strong>T-type bulb with a diameter of 0.4 inchesT5: <\/strong>T-type bulb with a diameter of 0.6 inchesT8: <\/strong>T-type bulb with a diameter of 1 inchT14: <\/strong>T-type bulb with a diameter of 1.8 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nIt is noteworthy that the L type light bulbs are not the same as the T type light bulbs as the former are linear in shape but the latter are tubular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
European Sizes For Light Bulbs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIn Europe, the measurement of light bulbs is done in millimeters rather than in one-eighth of an inch. So, the letter in the code will represent the shape of the bulb and the number part represents the diameter of the widest part of the light bulb in millimeters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hence, A19<\/strong> light bulbs in Europe will be A60<\/strong> G30<\/strong> light bulbs in Europe will be G95<\/strong>R4<\/strong> light bulbs in Europe will be R12<\/strong>T10<\/strong> light bulbs in Europe will be T32<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIs There A Standard Light Bulb?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhen you close your eyes and picture a bulb in your head, I am sure you see a medium-sized pear-shaped bulb. Yes, the same bulb that you see in the emoji section of your Whatsapp. This pear-like shape of the bulb that you pictured in your head has been in use since the day when Thomas Elva Edison invented light bulbs. Basically, what you envision is an A19 bulb. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A19 is the standard bulb that most Americans have used in their homes for ages. The code A19 is used to represent the overall shape and size of a light bulb. The code has been in use since the era of incandescent light bulbs and now LED, HID, and CFL light bulbs continue to use the same code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This size of the bulb is also the standard light bulb size.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe bulb is a standard bulb not only in the US but across the world. In the US and a few other countries like Japan, Canada, Taiwan, etc. with the standard voltage of 120V, the A19 light bulb is attached to the E26 base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nQ1. What is the standard light bulb size?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer –<\/strong> The standard light bulb size is A19 in the US and A60 in Europe. It is a pear-shaped bulb with a diameter of 2.4 inches or 60 millimeters. <\/p>\n\n\n\nQ2. Can an A19 light bulb fit into the fixture for the A21 light bulb?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer –<\/strong> Yes, an A19 light bulb can fit into the fixture for the A19 light bulb because the A19 light bulbs are smaller in all dimensions than the A21 light bulbs. Hence, they will fit into the fixtures and lamp holders designed for A21 lamps<\/strong>. Since they utilize the same E26 base, the A19 lamps will fit perfectly into the socket.<\/p>\n\n\n\nQ3. What is the difference between a type B light bulb and a type C light bulb?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer –<\/strong> Both type B and type C light bulbs are known as Conical Bulbs as they are shaped like cones. Their shapes may appear similar but distinct. The type B are conical with blunt tip bulbs but type C light bulbs are bullet shaped with a point at the end. However, type-C light bulbs are also used for decoration like type-B light bulbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\nQ4. What type of light bulb should be installed on a mirror or in a vanity van?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer –<\/strong> Type G or globe-type light bulbs are best suited for mirrors and vanities as they work great in places where you would prefer ambient or bright lighting. Their impressive lighting ability makes them a great choice of light bulb for your house if you need bright light.<\/p>\n\n\n\nQ5. Which type of light bulb is used on radio or cellular towers?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer –<\/strong> PS40 light bulbs are the most common light bulbs used on radio or cellular towers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n