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what is the difference between g40 and g50 bulbs

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What is the difference between G30, G40, and G50 light bulbs?

  • G30: 1.2” diameter; 5 Watts per bulb
  • G40: 1.6” diameter; 5 Watts per bulb
  • G50: 2.0” diameter; 7 Watts per bulb

G30, G40 and G50 refer to the sizes of the glass globes. G30 bulbs are the smallest size and are 30 mm (1.25 inches) in diameter. G40 bulbs are the middle size, measuring 40 mm (1.5 inches) in diameter. G50 are the largest of the three sizes and they're 50 mm (2 inches) in diameter.

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What is the difference between G40 and G30 bulbs?

G30, G40 and G50 refer to the sizes of the glass globes. G30 bulbs are the smallest size and are 30 mm (1.25 inches) in diameter. G40 bulbs are the middle size, measuring 40 mm (1.5 inches) in diameter. G50 are the largest of the three sizes and they're 50 mm (2 inches) in diameter.

What is a G50 bulb?

At 50mm in diameter, G50 bulbs are one of the largest of the globe light variety. The large bulb size and vivid light output makes G50 patio lights ideal for providing functional lighting for wide open outdoor spaces and long term projects including residential, commercial and event applications.

What is a G40 globe light?

G40 globe lights are 40mm in diameter, exactly the size of a ping pong ball. This mid-size patio bulb bridges the gap between small G30 bulbs and large G50 bulbs, providing the ideal amount of brightness for most patios, backyard lighting and outdoor dining areas at restaurants.

What is a G30 bulb used for?

Globe (G) bulbs have a full, round shape and are available in various sizes. They can be used for many applications throughout the home, such as foyer lights, kitchen lights, chandeliers, and ornamental fixtures. The most common type is the large G30 bulb, which is used in bathroom and makeup vanities.

What does G50 mean in bulbs?

50mmThe corresponding number next to each G indicates the bulb diameter as measured in millimeters. For example, a G30 bulb is 30mm in diameter, which is much smaller and provides less illumination than the G50 (50mm) globe light.

What does G type bulb mean?

Type G bulbs, or globe lights, are the ones you normally see on vanity lighting or around mirrors. They are big and bright and a great choice for bathrooms and bedrooms. They range in size from G25 to G40.

How bright are G50 bulbs?

American Lighting Dimmable LED G50 Opaque Globe Light Bulbs, E26 Medium Base, 5500K Bright White, 25-Pack.

What bulb is bigger than G40?

Globe Light Bulb ShapesShapeDiameter in InchesG192.375"G253.125"G303.75"G405"4 more rows•Jul 10, 2016

What is the difference between a G40 and G25 bulb?

What is the difference between G25 and G40/G125 bulbs? - Norb Wellness Lighting. The G25 light bulb size is a commonly referred to as a vanity bulb. G40/G125 bulbs are much larger globes and serve as showpieces. They can be used together and in combination with other bulb sizes for dramatic hanging light displays.

What size is a G40 bulb?

1.5”TYPE: Incandescent G40 bulb. SIZE: 1.5” in diameter (2.25” high with base) with C7/E12/candelabra base.

Are G40 bulbs bright?

Use them as outdoor string lights for your patio, garden or pergola, decor for your restaurant or bar, special event or wedding lighting, or for your Christmas tree or holiday display. With 3 stunning LEDs per bulb, these lights use 1/10th the amount of energy as their incandescent counterparts yet are just as bright.

How many watts is a G40 bulb?

WATTAGE: 7 watts each. DIMMABLE: Yes.

How bright is a G30 bulb?

Using 6 COB (chips-on-board) LEDs, the G30 LED vanity bulb emits up to 600 lumens of warm white or ultra warm white illumination.

What does G45 mean in light bulbs?

The number in the code refers to the bulb's diameter in one-eighth of an inch or a millimeter. G45 bulbs are small and compact. They are considerably smaller than A19 bulbs. They are small round bulbs that look like a golf ball sitting on a tee.

What is the largest G bulb?

G50 is the biggest size globe bulbs available and the one we recomend .

How big is a G60 bulb?

Bulb size is 3″ tall by 3″ wide not including the base which is 5/8″ wide. Each box includes G60 Lantern Edison CLEAR light bulbs.

What is a G50 bulb?

At 50mm in diameter, G50 bulbs are one of the largest of the globe light variety. The large bulb size and vivid light output makes G50 patio lights ideal for providing functional lighting for wide open outdoor spaces and long term projects including residential, commercial and event applications. G50 bulbs should be hung on light strings with at least 12 inches of space between each socket so as not to overpower the area being lit. Bulb finish should also be taken into account when determining the best G50 light bulb for your space. For example, clear transparent bulbs provide the brightest light output and can easily illuminate a backyard or outdoor event space, whereas satin finish or faceted LED patio light bulbs diffuse the light to create an inviting atmosphere when hung across a deck, restaurant patio or inside a large gathering space.

How big is a G30 globe light?

G30 globe lights are 30mm in diameter which is slightly larger than a typical gumball you might find in a machine. It would take an abundance of G30 patio bulbs to light up a large outdoor area, however this bulb size is perfect for adding the ideal amount of functional light to small spaces without being overpowering.

What is the size of a globe light?

The three most common globe light sizes are G30, G40 and G50. The corresponding number next to each G indicates the bulb diameter as measured in millimeters. For example, a G30 bulb is 30mm in diameter, which is much smaller and provides less illumination than the G50 (50mm) globe light. For this reason, the size of the area being lit should be ...

What is the difference between a G30 and a G40 bulb?

G30, G40 and G50 refer to the sizes of the glass globes. G30 bulbs are the smallest size and are 30 mm (1.25 inches) in diameter. G40 bulbs are the middle size, measuring 40 mm (1.5 inches) in diameter. G50 are the largest of the three sizes and they're 50 mm (2 inches) in diameter.

What is a G40 bulb?

G40 LED Globe Bulbs With 3 stunning LEDs per bulb, these lights use 1/10th the amount of energy as their incandescent counterparts yet are just as bright. Avaiable in 10 colors, these vintage-looking LED G40 bulbs are perfect for your outdoor string light project. Made of glass, these bulbs will not fade or discolor.

Which is more complex, fluorescent or incandescent?

Fluorescent Lamps: The fluorescent bulbs are more complex than the incandescent bulbs.

What is the diameter of a G30 bulb?

Depending on the bulb, numbers in each code can refer to the bulb’s diameter in one-eighths of an inch or in millimeters. G11 bulb: 11/8 = 1-3/8 ″ diameter. G14 bulb: 14/8 = 1-3/4″ diameter. G16/G50: 16/8 = 2″ diameter.

What is a G bulb?

Globe (G) bulbs have a full, round shape and are available in various sizes. They can be used for many applications throughout the home, such as foyer lights, kitchen lights, chandeliers, and ornamental fixtures. The most common type is the large G30 bulb, which is used in bathroom and makeup vanities.

What does a light bulb code mean?

Every light bulb has identifying characteristics that are represented by a letter or series of letters and a number; these are known as light bulb codes. The letter or letters in a bulb code indicate either shape or special features such as reflector type. Numbers in a bulb code indicate size in millimeters or eighths of an inch.

What does R20 mean in a bulb?

BR20 bulbs are often referred to as R20 but have the same characteristics of other BR bulb types. The R stands for reflector.

What is PAR36 bulb?

PAR36 bulbs are sometimes referred to as aluminized reflector (AR111) bulbs. They’re shaped differently than other PAR bulbs in that they have a fairly low-profile body. The insides of these bulbs are coated in a reflector material or consist of faceted reflectors.

What is PAR in LED light?

PAR stands for parabolic aluminized reflector. In traditional incandescent PAR bulbs, a U-shaped reflector is used to maximize brightness and direct light through the front of the bulb in a narrow spot beam or wide flood beam pattern. Oftentimes, LED PAR bulbs will not have a reflector but will still deliver the hard-edged lighting (less of a gradual fade than BR bulbs) that is typical of incandescent PAR bulbs. These bulbs have a shorter body than BR bulbs and usually install flush with ceilings or fixtures, which reduces glare. They’re commonly found in outdoor emergency light, spot light, or floodlight fixtures but can also be used indoors for track lights, recessed lights, display lights, or can lights.

What are the different types of bulbs?

All of the bulbs in these groups resemble the shape of a candle flame and are often referred to as candle bulbs. Conical (C) bulbs are shaped like a cone. 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. These bulbs can be used in chandeliers, wall sconces, pendant lights, night lights, decorative light strands, holiday light strands, and other decorative home lighting applications.

How are decorative bulbs measured?

Most bulbs are measured in eighths of an inch, however decorative lighting globe-shaped (or G) bulbs are measured in millimeters. For example, an S14 would be a sign bulb shape and 14/8" (or 1.75") and our decorative lighting G40 bulbs are globe shape and 40 mm (or approximately 1.5").

What does the letter number mean on a light bulb?

The letter refers to the shape, and the number refers to the size* . Here's a list of the letters used for bulbs we carry and their meaning:

What is the difference between a G30 and a G40 bulb?

G30, G40 and G50 refer to the sizes of the glass globes. G30 bulbs are the smallest size and are 30 mm (1.25 inches) in diameter. G40 bulbs are the middle size, measuring 40 mm (1.5 inches) in diameter. G50 are the largest of the three sizes and they’re 50 mm (2 inches) in diameter.

What color wire do commercial lights come in?

Most of the light strands are offered in green or white wire. Our commercial grade lighting is offered in black or white wire and some of our Mini Lights have a brown wire option. Each product page will list the color of the cord.

Is C7 string light UL approved?

Most of the pre-packaged lights we sell ( C7 String Light Sets and Novelty categories) are UL approved. However, our custom and commercial grade strands are not.

Can you replace a C7 bulb?

We sell replacement bulbs for many of our strands but not all. Replacement bulbs for our C7 String Light Sets can be found on the C7 Bulbs only page. We sell many cords separately with your choice of bulbs like our C7 Strings + Bulbs, C9 Strings + Bulbs, and Medium Strings + Bulbs. There are no minimum quantities, so you can buy as many or as few replacements as you’d like at any time!

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