What is Base Type E12?

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. E17, “intermediate” base, is in between these two sizes. It’s sometimes used for desk lamps and appliance bulbs, but is not as common.

What is an E12 screw base?

E12 is a designation used for a type of lamp base used on a light bulb. You are likely familiar with E26 lamp bases – the standard screw-in lamp base, approximately 1-inch in diameter, commonly used in standard A19 lamps. E12 uses the same naming system as E26, whereby the letter “E” signifies an Edison screw base.

Is E12 base same as B11?

The codes E12 and B11 refer to two different specifications. E12 is the type of the bulb’s base, while B11 refers to the bulb type and describes its shape. Both of these are usually found in the same bulb, leading to the mixup.

How big is an E12 base?

12 mm
Fittings

Designation Base major diameter (thread external) Applications
E12 12 mm (0.472 in) 120 V candelabra/night lamp
E14 14 mm (0.551 in) 230 V candelabra/chandelier, night lamps, and some pendant lights.
E16 16 mm (0.630 in)
E17 17 mm (0.669 in) 120 V appliance / Outdoor Christmas

Is C7 the same as E12?

The industry uses many terms for the same size: C7 / E12 / Candelabra Base Bulbs typically used for chandelier-type fixtures and decorative lighting. Medium / E26 Bulbs (E27 in Europe) the same size as a standard household bulb.

Is E12 same as G16 5?

It can be a little confusing, especially since the G16. 5 is an English standard which we Americans use and E12 is metric which, well, most of the rest of the world uses. 5 is an English standard which we Americans use and E12 is metric which, well, most of the rest of the world uses.

Is B12 the same as E12?

Are B12 and E12 bulbs the same? As mentioned above, the E12 is just the diameter size of the lamp – 12mm. The B12 bulb has a glass diameter of 12*1/8 inch. So B12 and E12 bulbs are the same.

Will a G25 socket fit E26?

Standard G25 shape with E26 medium base, which can be easily fitted to replace regular G25 incandescent or CFL light bulbs.

What does C7 E12 mean?

C7 / E12 / Candelabra Base Bulbs typically used for chandelier-type fixtures and decorative lighting. C9 / E17 / Intermediate Base Bulbs historically known as the old Christmas light bulb size.

Is candelabra base same as C7?

Light bulbs are typically sold in packages that list the bulb base size, such as C7 or C9. The objects containing the light sockets, however, may refer to the size in another way, such as calling it a candelabra base. A candelabra base and C7 bulb are the same size and are designed to work together.