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    Find the right lumen level to brighten your space. Then, compare the way warm, neutral, and cool lighting affect the appearance of everyday objects.

    Bi-Pin-Base Floodlight and Spotlight Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Bi-Pin-Base Floodlight and Spotlight Bulbs, MR16 Bulb Shape.

    MR16 Bulb Shape

    Often used in display and landscape lighting, these small bulbs produce a focused beam of light. Bulbs that are 50W or higher are often used in overhead projectors and microscopes. They’re brightest at the center of their beam angle; the edges of the beam are about half as bright. The narrower the beam, the more concentrated the light.
    LED—LED bulbs last longer and are more efficient than halogen bulbs. They generate little heat and withstand vibration.
    Plastic Bulb—Plastic LED bulbs are shatterproof.
    Dim-to-Warm—Dim-to-warm bulbs mimic halogen bulbs—their light gets warmer as you dim them. They have museum-quality color accuracy, so colors appear as accurate and vibrant as they would in natural sunlight. They’re also flicker free and have lower levels of blue light than standard LEDs to reduce eyestrain.
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    MR16 Bulb Shape
     
    12V AC/12V DC
    50GU5.315°
    Warm (3,000 K)DimmableLED700EXTPlastic2"80825,0001 3/4"8849N25000008849N26000000
    50GU5.324°Warm (1,800 K to 3,000 K)DimmableLED468EXZPlastic2"98825,0001 3/4"Dim-to-Warm
    No Flicker
    8849N2700000———0
    50GU5.336°
    Warm (1,800 K to 3,000 K)DimmableLED468EXNPlastic2"98825,0001 3/4"Dim-to-Warm
    No Flicker
    8849N2800000———0
    75GU5.315°
    Warm (3,000 K)DimmableLED490EYCPlastic2"90825,0001 7/8"1732N53100000———0
    75GU5.340°
    Warm (3,000 K)DimmableLED490EYCPlastic2"90825,0001 7/8"1732N53200000———0
     

    Bayonet-Base Miniature Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Bayonet-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Single Contact, Globe Bulb.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Bayonet-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Double Contact, Globe Bulb.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Bayonet-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Small Bayonet Base.

    Single

    Contact,

    Globe

    Bulb

    Double

    Contact,

    Globe

    Bulb

    Small

    Bayonet Base

    Pins on either side of the base lock these bulbs into sockets. These bulbs are sized to fit tight spaces such as indicators and vehicle lights. Brightness is measured in lumens; the higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb.
    Incandescent—Incandescent bulbs are traditional light bulbs.
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    Single Contact—Small Bayonet Base (0.59" Dia.)
     
    Globe Bulb
    6713.5V AC/13.5V DC80.59IncandescentNot Rated3/4"Glass1.44"Clear101505K5300000
    67NB13.5V AC/13.5V DC80.59IncandescentNot Rated3/4"Glass1.44"Blue109527T06800000
    67NG13.5V AC/13.5V DC80.59IncandescentNot Rated3/4"Glass1.44"Green109527T06900000
    67NP13.5V AC/13.5V DC80.59IncandescentNot Rated3/4"Glass1.44"Purple109527T0700000
    6913.5V AC/13.5V DC80.59IncandescentNot Rated3/4"Glass1.44"Clear109527T0760000
    115513.5V AC/13.5V DC80.59IncandescentNot Rated3/4"Glass1.44"Clear109527T0740000
     
    Double Contact—Small Bayonet Base (0.59" Dia.)
     
    Globe Bulb
    6813.5V AC/13.5V DC80.59IncandescentNot Rated3/4"Glass1.44"Clear109527T0720000
     

    Ultraviolet Disinfecting Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disinfecting Light Bulbs. Ultraviolet Disinfecting Light Bulbs, Tubular Bi-Pin Base.

    Tubular Bi-Pin Base

    Disinfect air, water, and surfaces without chemical cleaners. These light bulbs use shortwave ultraviolet radiation, also called UV-C, to kill viruses and bacteria. They’re often used in surface cleaning lights, air purifiers, and water treatment systems.
    Ultraviolet radiation can harm your skin and eyes. For safety, install these bulbs in fixtures with UV protection or wear UV-protective gear while using them.
    Rated Life—The length of time these bulbs will effectively kill germs. Replace them after the listed period, even if they still light up.
    Cannot Be Sold To—Bulbs cannot be sold to Canada due to import regulations. Those that cannot be sold to outside the United States are due to pesticide regulations.
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    Tubular Bi-Pin Base
     
    T5 Bulb (5/8" Bulb Dia.)
    12"8GlassG8T5G58,000UV-C254Canada9188K12000000
     

    Terminal-Base Sealed-Beam Vehicle Headlamp Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Top View. Top orientation. Light Bulbs. Terminal-Base Sealed-Beam Vehicle Headlamp Light Bulbs.
    Image of Product. Screw-On Terminal Base. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Terminal-Base Sealed-Beam Vehicle Headlamp Light Bulbs, Screw-On Terminal Base.

    Top View

    Screw-On Terminal

    Base

    The sealed assembly withstands the rigors of outdoor use. In addition to using these bulbs in vehicles, they can be used for spot, flood, and emergency lighting. Brightness is measured in lumens; the higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb.
    Halogen—Halogen bulbs are slightly more efficient than incandescent, but they generate more heat.
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    Screw-On Terminal Base
     
    PAR36 Bulb Shape
    76136V AC/6V DC8Warm (2,700 K)IncandescentNot DimmableNot RatedGlass4 1/2"Clear2 3/4"8351K871000000
    H75506V AC/6V DC8Warm (3,000 K)IncandescentDimmableNot RatedGlass4 1/2"Clear502 3/4"8351K9800000
    H75516V AC/6V DC8Warm (3,000 K)HalogenDimmableNot RatedGlass4 1/2"Clear502 3/4"8351K5700000
     

    Bi-Pin-Base Miniature Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Bi-Pin-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Style A.

    Style

    A

    These bulbs are small, but very bright, so they're often used in flashlights and optical instruments such as projectors and microscopes. Brightness is measured in lumens; the higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb.
    Halogen—Halogen bulbs are slightly more energy efficient than incandescent bulbs, but they generate more heat.
    Bulb
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    A7856V AC/6V DC81601.83HalogenGlass0.37"T2 1/4Clear501.24"11997K3300000

    Screw-In-Base Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Small Standard Bulb. Side1 orientation. Light Bulbs. Screw-In-Base Light Bulbs, Small, Standard Bulb.
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Light Bulbs. Screw-In-Base Light Bulbs, Standard Bulb.
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Light Bulbs. Screw-In-Base Light Bulbs, Blown-Tubular Bulb.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Screw-In-Base Light Bulbs, Cone Bulb.
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Light Bulbs. Screw-In-Base Light Bulbs, Flat-Top Bulb.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Screw-In-Base Light Bulbs, Tubular Bulb.

    Small

    Standard

    Bulb

    Standard

    Bulb

    Blown-Tubular

    Bulb

    Cone

    Bulb

    Flat-Top

    Bulb

    Tubular

    Bulb

    Your go-to bulbs for everyday use in standard sockets.
    Use the light appearance to match older bulbs in your facility.
    Warm (2,700 K)—A 2,700K (warm) light appearance resembles incandescent bulbs.
    Warm (3,000 K)—A 3,000K (warm) light appearance resembles halogen bulbs.
    Plastic Bulb—Plastic bulbs are shatterproof.
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    Standard Bulb—Medium (Standard Household) Base (1 1/16" Dia.)
     
    120V AC
    60 WA19Glass2 3/8"ClearWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.4"11721K25800000
    60 WA19Glass2 3/8"ClearWarm (3,000 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.4"11721K2590000
    60 WA19Glass2 3/8"ClearNeutral (3,500 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.4"11721K2610000
    60 WA19Glass2 3/8"ClearNeutral (4,000 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.4"11721K2620000
    60 WA19Glass2 3/8"ClearCool (5,000 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.4"11721K2630000
     
    Small Standard Bulb—Medium (Standard Household) Base (1 1/16" Dia.)
     
    120V AC
    60 WA15Glass1 7/8"ClearWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90750 lm8 W15,000 hr.3 3/8"21721K1470000
    60 WA15Glass1 7/8"ClearWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90750 lm8 W15,000 hr.3 3/8"121721K14800000
    60 WA15Glass1 7/8"ClearWarm (3,000 K)DimmableLED90750 lm8 W15,000 hr.3 1/2"21721K1490000
    60 WA15Glass1 7/8"ClearWarm (3,000 K)DimmableLED90750 lm8 W15,000 hr.3 1/2"121721K15100000
    60 WA15Glass1 7/8"ClearCool (5,000 K)DimmableLED90750 lm8 W15,000 hr.3 1/2"21721K1520000
    60 WA15Glass1 7/8"ClearCool (5,000 K)DimmableLED90750 lm8 W15,000 hr.3 1/2"121721K15300000
     
    Blown-Tubular Bulb—Medium (Standard Household) Base (1 1/16" Dia.)
     
    120V AC
    60 WBT15Glass1 13/16"ClearWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.4"11721K2920000
    60 WBT15Glass1 13/16"ClearWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.4"241721K29300000
     
    Cone Bulb—Candelabra Base (1/2" Dia.)
     
    120V AC
    75 WB11Glass1 3/8"FrostedCool (5,000 K)DimmableLED92760 lm8 W15,000 hr.3 7/8"19236N2280000
    75 WB11Glass1 3/8"FrostedCool (5,000 K)DimmableLED92760 lm8 W15,000 hr.3 7/8"249236N22900000
     
    Flat-Top Bulb—Medium (Standard Household) Base (1 1/16" Dia.)
     
    120V AC
    8 WPlastic1 3/4"BlueNot DimmableLED25 lm1.44 W100,000 hr.3 1/2"16585T32000000
     
    Tubular Bulb—Medium (Standard Household) Base (1 1/16" Dia.)
     
    120V AC
    60 WT9Glass1 3/16"ClearWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.7 1/4"19039N1210000
    60 WT9Glass1 3/16"ClearWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.7 1/4"249039N12200000
    60 WT10Glass1 1/4"FrostedWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90720 lm8 W15,000 hr.5"19039N1250000
    60 WT10Glass1 1/4"FrostedWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90720 lm8 W15,000 hr.5"249039N12600000
    60 WT10Glass1 1/4"ClearWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.5"19039N1230000
    60 WT10Glass1 1/4"ClearWarm (2,700 K)DimmableLED90800 lm8 W15,000 hr.5"249039N12400000
     

    Bi-Pin-Base Vehicle Headlamp Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Bi-Pin-Base Vehicle Headlamp Light Bulbs.
    Brightness is measured in lumens; the higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb.
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    Pointed Bulb
    891Clear12V AC/12V DC8 W135 lmHalogenNot DimmableWarm (2,650 K)Glass3/8"T3500 hr.1 1/4"9613T14300000
     

    Blacklight Inspection Bulbs

    Illuminate fluorescent dyes, particles, and residues to spot defects. These bulbs shine UV light to reveal material that isn’t visible with standard lighting.
    Tubular Bi-Pin Base
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Inspection Light Bulbs. Blacklight Inspection Bulbs, Tubular Bi-Pin Base, Fluorescent Blacklight .

    Fluorescent

    Blacklight

    Cannot Be Sold To—Bulbs cannot be sold to Canada because they exceed local regulatory limits on mercury. Those that cannot be sold to Vermont are restricted by product regulations.
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    T5 Bulb Shape (5/8" Diameter Bulb)
     
    Fluorescent Blacklight
    12"8GlassBlueF8T5G55,000UV-A350Canada, Vermont8311K43000000
     

    Four-Pin-Base Plug-In Compact Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Back orientation. Light Bulbs. Four-Pin-Base Plug-In Compact Light Bulbs.
    Swap out the four-pin base fluorescent bulbs in your fixture or upgrade them to LED. Often used in recessed ceiling lights and wall sconces, these bulbs are comparable to PL, Dulux, and Biax bulbs. Select a light appearance to match your existing lighting. If you’re not sure what temperature you need, choose a bulb with more than one light appearance. You can adjust the temperature with a switch. All bulbs can be used in horizontal or vertical operating positions.
    LED—LED bulbs last longer and are more efficient than CFL bulbs. They work with most electronic ballasts, so you can use them in existing fixtures without rewiring the socket. Check if your ballast is compatible by selecting a part number and clicking product detail. To avoid future maintenance, you can also remove the ballast from your fixture and wire the socket directly to the power source.
    Equiv. Fluorescent
    Bulb Wattage, W
    Light Appearance
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    lm
    Color Rendering
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    Rated Life,
    hr.
    Each
    2G11 Base Number
     
    LED—Ballast-Bypass, Ballast Compatible (Type A, Type B)
    18Neutral (3,500 K)90082Plastic-Coated Glass8 15/16"850,0001528K112000000
    18Neutral (4,100 K)1,00082Plastic-Coated Glass8 15/16"850,0001528K11300000
     

    Bi-Pin-Base Tubular Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Bi-Pin-Base Tubular Light Bulbs.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Bi-Pin-Base Tubular Light Bulbs, T5 Bulb Shape.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Bi-Pin-Base Tubular Light Bulbs, T8 Bulb Shape.

    T5 Bulb

    Shape

    T8 Bulb

    Shape

    Replace your fluorescent bulbs or upgrade to LED. These light bulbs are the most common tubular bulbs for fixtures inside plants, warehouses, and offices. Select a light appearance to match your existing lighting. If you’re not sure what temperature you need, choose a bulb with more than one light appearance. You can adjust the temperature with a switch.
    LED—LED bulbs last longer and are more efficient than fluorescent bulbs. You can choose bulbs that work with or without a ballast—some bulbs can do both.
    Fluorescent—Fluorescent bulbs contain small amounts of mercury. For disposal information, visit www.epa.gov/cfl.
    Ballast-Bypass LED—Ballast-bypass bulbs work with sockets that are wired directly to the power source, which cuts down on maintenance. If your fixture has a ballast, you’ll need to remove it.
    Ballast Compatible LED— Ballast-compatible bulbs are a quick replacement for fluorescent bulbs, since they work with most instant-start electronic ballasts. Check if your ballast is compatible by selecting a part number and clicking product detail.
    Plastic Bulb—Plastic bulbs are shatterproof.
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    Equivalent Fluorescent
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    T5 Bulb Shape (5/8" Dia.)
     
    LED—Ballast Bypass (Type B)
    12"8 WNeutral (4,000 K)400 lm80GlassF8T54 W50,00011665N3300000
    12"8 WNeutral (4,000 K)400 lm80GlassF8T54 W50,000101665N3400000
    22"14 WNeutral (4,100 K)1,000 lm82GlassF14T5, FP148 W50,00021665N2900000
    22"14 WNeutral (4,100 K)1,000 lm82GlassF14T5, FP148 W50,000251665N15000000
     
    Fluorescent
    12"8 WWarm (3,000 K)350 lm99GlassF8T58 W7,00011562K310000
    12"8 WWarm (3,000 K)350 lm99GlassF8T58 W7,000241562K3400000
    12"8 WNeutral (4,100 K)380 lm80GlassF8T58 W7,00011562K350000
    12"8 WNeutral (4,100 K)380 lm80GlassF8T58 W7,000241562K3600000
    12"8 WDaylight (6,500 K)350 lm70GlassF8T58 W7,00011562K280000
    12"8 WDaylight (6,500 K)350 lm70GlassF8T58 W7,000241562K2900000
     
    T8 Bulb Shape (1" Dia.)
     
    LED—Ballast Compatible (Type A)
    24"17 WWarm (3,000 K)1,250 lm80GlassF17T8, FO178 W50,000259633N48000000
    24"17 WWarm (3,000 K)1,250 lm83PlasticF17T8, FO178 W50,00019633N230000
     
    LED—Ballast Bypass (Type B)
    24"17 WWarm (3,000 K)1,150 lm82PlasticF17T8, FO178 W50,00019633N260000
    24"17 WNeutral (3,500 K)1,250 lm82PlasticF17T8, FO178 W50,00019633N270000
    24"17 WNeutral (4,100 K)1,250 lm82PlasticF17T8, FO178 W50,00019633N280000
    24"17 WCool (5,000 K)1,250 lm82PlasticF17T8, FO178 W50,00019633N290000
     

    Recessed-Single-Contact-Base Tubular Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Recessed-Single-Contact-Base Tubular Light Bulbs.
    Replace the slender bulbs in lamps and task lights.
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    Pkg.
    T3 Bulb Shape (1/4" Base Dia.)
     
    120V AC
    60Horizontal
    Base Down
    Base Up
    Warm (3,000 K)LED800801"4 11/16"Clear815,00019392N12000000
     

    Four-Pin Wedge-Base Plug-In Compact Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. LED (Horizontal Operating Position). Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Four-Pin Wedge-Base Plug-In Compact Light Bulbs, LED, Horizontal.
    Image of Product. LED (Base Up
and Base Down
Operating Position). Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Four-Pin Wedge-Base Plug-In Compact Light Bulbs, LED, Base Down, Base Up.

    LED (Horizontal

    Operating Position)

    LED (Base

    Up and Base

    Down Operating

    Position)

    Change out the four-pin wedge base CFL bulbs in your fixture, or upgrade to LED. Often used in can lights, these bulbs are comparable to PL, Dulux, and Biax bulbs. Select a light appearance to match your existing lighting. If you’re not sure what temperature you need, choose a bulb with more than one light appearance. You can adjust the temperature with a switch.
    LED—LED bulbs last longer and are more efficient than CFL bulbs. You can choose bulbs that work with or without a ballast—some bulbs can do both.
    Ballast-Bypass LED—Ballast-bypass bulbs work with sockets that are wired directly to the power source, which cuts down on maintenance. If your fixture has a ballast, you’ll need to remove it.
    Equiv. Fluorescent
    Bulb Wattage, W
    Operating
    Position
    Light Appearance
    Brightness,
    lm
    Color Rendering
    Index
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    Material
    Overall
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    Qty.
    Pkg.
    LED—Ballast-Bypass (Type B)
     
    G24q-1, G24q-2, G24q-3, GX24q-1, GX24q-2, GX24q-3, GX24q-4 Base
    26HorizontalWarm (3,000 K)
    Neutral (3,500 K)
    Neutral (4,000 K)
    1,05083Plastic5 5/16"830,00011619N95000000
    26Base Down
    Base Up
    Warm (3,000 K)
    Neutral (3,500 K)
    Neutral (4,000 K)
    1,05083Plastic4 1/8"830,00011619N9700000
     
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