When a ruler is not available, the most common fittings, the E26/E27, and E12/E14, is roughly the same length of an adult’s thumb (the E26/E27) and little finger (the E14, the E12 is 2mm shorter.) You can also use this diagram by Home Depot to determine your socket.

E12 is typically used for candelabra fixtures. E14 or E17 are also sometimes used, especially in small table lamps and novelty lighting, and occasionally the lights on newer ceiling fans.

How do I know if my bulb is E12?

Size of the Base

It’s the diameter of the screw base in millimeters, so an E12 light bulb has an Edison Screw base that’s 12 millimeters in diameter. It’s also known as a candelabra-style bulb. Think of chandeliers, night-lights or candelabra-style lamps with the smaller bulbs to envision an E12 bulb base.

What are E14 bulbs used for?

Or SES standing for Small Edison Screw is a very common size used throughout Europe and the UK. It is found in many types of small light fittings around the home from bedside table lamps to wall lights and chandeliers.

What is an E14 lamp base?

An E14 bulb is one of the most used bulbs in our homes today and is also called the bulb with the small screw socket. The bulb is called E14 because it refers to the socket: 14 millimeter diameter. A bulb with an E14 socket always has the same base but can differ in shape.

How do I know if my bulb is E14?

Ok, the easiest way to tell an E14/SES bulb from an E27/ES bulb is:
E27/ES: roughly the same width as your thumb – find E27/ES replacement bulbs.E14/SES: roughly the same width as your little finger – find E14/SES replacement bulbs.

What is E14?

An E14 bulb is one of the most used bulbs in our homes today and is also called the bulb with the small screw socket. The bulb is called E14 because it refers to the socket: 14 millimeter diameter. A bulb with an E14 socket always has the same base but can differ in shape.

Can you convert E14 to E27?

Convert lamps with an E14 fitting to an E27 fitting allowing you to use larger bulbs for stronger lighting effects. No need for re-wiring or tampering with existing fittings, simply screw into the existing E14 socket and then add your E27 bulb.

Is G25 the same as E26?

The G25 shape is usually pared with a E26 (medium) base, similar to that of a standard A19 and come in outputs ranging from 25 watts to 60 watts. G25 LED Bulb Replacements G25 shaped LED bulbs now exist and are a great replacement for decorative and vanity applications.

Can A19 bulb fit in E26?

The standards that govern the dimensions and design of A19 light bulbs also dictate that it must use an E26 screw base. In other words, all A19 light bulbs also have an E26 base.

Can E26 fit in E27?

These two standards are interchangeable, meaning a US E26 will fit in a European E27 base, and E27 will fit in a E26 base. The only difference is the voltage (for light bulbs). In fact there is only 1 mm difference between the threads of E26 and E27, so they are virtually identical.

Which is bigger E27 or E14?

Size. The ’14’ suffix of ‘E14’ refers to the exact diameter of the bulb. For this bulb it’s 14mm; one of the smaller bases you can purchase this bulb in. However, the ‘E27′ has a larger 27mm diameter base as indicated by the ’27’ suffix.

What does E17 mean on a light bulb?

E17 Intermediate – Edison 17-mm Diameter

Like candelabra bulbs with E12 bases, bulbs with E17 bases are used for decorative applications, such as chandeliers, wall sconces, Christmas lights, restaurant pendant lights, ornamental lights, and sign or marquee lights.

Can I use any E14 bulb?

There is absolutely no difference in the shape, size and fit between E14 LED and E14 halogen bulbs, so you can just screw in your new LEDs and start saving straight away.

Is E17 same as E14?

Candelabra: E12 North America, E11 in Europe. Intermediate: E17 North America, E14 (Small ES, SES) in Europe. Medium or standard: E26 (MES) in North America, E27 (ES) in Europe.

Is E14 small screw?

The Small Edison Screw (SES E14 bulb) cap is a more compact version of its 27mm brother, commonly found on smaller reflector, candle, pygmy or golf ball bulbs. E14 small screw bulbs are often used in lamps that require smaller fittings, such as desk lamps and wall lights.

Is E12 the same as A19?

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 Es and E27 the same?

Often referred to by it’s abbreviation of “ES”, it’s also known as “E27”, with the E representing Edison and the 27 representing the diameter of the bulb cap in millimeters. The same syntax applies to E14, SES (Small Edison Screw) bulbs too.