What are the different types of LED bulbs?
What are the different types of LED bulbs?
All types of LED bulbs are now available to fit standard household fixtures, including screw and bayonet. LED bulbs last 25 times longer than incandescent (filament) bulbs and five times longer than compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs. Also, the bulbs do not emit ultraviolet light, which can deteriorate photos and home decor. Here’s a quick guide to the different types of LED bulbs available. The ultimate guide to LED bulbs and spotlights “>
LED bulbs
E27 (Edison Screw)E27 bulbs are the most popular around. Also known as “Edison Screw” bulbs. Or simply “ES”. They are widely used throughout the United Kingdom and also over the Atlantic Ocean in the United States. They measure 27mm, the same as a halogen or incandescent E27, so you can simply insert an E27 LED bulb into an existing E27 fitting – it’s completely hassle-free. |
E14 (Small Edison Screw)The screw in an E14 bulb is identical to an E27 but for one reason: it is smaller, measuring only 14mm in diameter, which is why it is often used in small fixtures for decorative or purely practical purposes – such as chandeliers and appliances. |
B22 (nail)
B22 LED Bulb Another common bulb across the West is the B22, or stud, fitting light bulb. They are 22mm in diameter and are often found hidden behind lamps and lamp shades.
LED bulb B15
B15 (small nail)A smaller alternative to the large B22 bulb, the B15 bulb is only 15mm in diameter to accommodate smaller fixtures. |
R50R50 bulbs – also known as reflector bulbs – feature an E14 Edison screw construction, but are shaped differently at the top to suit different bulb installations and uses. R63 LED bulb |
R63The R63 is a reflector bulb designed with a prominent bulb shade to accommodate various light fixtures, but features a standard E27 Edison base fitting. |
PAR38A PAR38 is a lamp that puts out a lot of lumens (brightness). They come with screw fittings and are often used in workshops, security and commercial lighting. |
LED Smart Bulbs
Smart LED Bulb LED lighting is constantly evolving and getting smarter too. You can now equip your home with “smart bulbs” Incredibly convenient and versatile, they allow you to manage lighting remotely through voice control or from a mobile device. The Philips Hue Smart Bulb System allows you to control up to 50 bulbs from your mobile device or through a voice command system like Amazon Echo. With the Philips Hue app, you can: • Turn lights on and off remotely, from anywhere in the world • Choose from 16 million colors of white light to set the mood across multiple rooms in your home • Dim the lights to create the perfect surroundings • Control what Up to 50 lights from one zone • Set up motion sensor technology to save more money on your energy bills
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