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What does medium base mean for a light bulb?

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What does medium base mean for a light bulb?

E26
E26 refers to the type and size of the base — the part that goes into the light socket. “E” refers to “Edison,” which is the type of “screw in” style base people in the United States are most familiar with. 26 refers to 26 mm across. (This is also called a “medium” base.)

Is E26 the same as A19?

So to answer your questions in short, A19 and E26 is not the same. two different parts of the same bulb, but they are almost always combined. “E26” on the other hand indicates what kind of base the bulb has. Most A19s will have an E26 base, but there are a few exceptions.

Is A15 a medium base bulb?

A15 (15 watt) replacement bulbs are one of our most popular bulbs for commercial medium base string lights. Available in a variety of colors, these classic shape replacement bulbs always look great!

What size is a medium base light bulb?

E26 is the size of most light bulbs used in the U.S. It’s referred to as having a “medium” or “standard” base. E12 is the smaller “candelabra” base. It’s used for nightlight bulbs, and sometimes for decorative light bulbs used in chandeliers and over bathroom mirrors.

What is a standard light bulb base called?

E26 is the size of most light bulbs used in the U.S. It’s referred to as having a “medium” or “standard” base. E12 is the smaller “candelabra” base.

What is 40 watt LED equivalent to?

Compare wattage

Traditional bulb1 Halogen2 LED
25 watts 15 watts 2 watts
40 watts 25 watts 5 watts
60 watts 40 watts 7 watts
75 watts 45 watts 9 watts

How many lumens is a 40 watt LED?

450 lumens
Replace a 60W bulb with an LED bulb that gives you about 800 lumens. Replace a 40W bulb with an LED bulb that gives you about 450 lumens.

What are the different bulb base sizes?

Shop by screw base with our Universal Bulb Finder

  • E26/E27 Medium – Edison 26-mm or 27-mm Diameter.
  • E12 Candelabra – Edison 12-mm Diameter.
  • E14 European – Edison 14-mm Diameter.
  • E17 Intermediate – Edison 17-mm Diameter.
  • E39/E40 Mogul – Edison 39-mm or 40-mm Diameter.