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    About Brightness and Light Appearance
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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.

    Circuit Board LED Light Bulbs

    Often used as status indicators, in displays, or to check circuit function in prototyping and testing, these bulbs have wire terminals to directly install onto circuit boards. As LEDs, they last longer, are more efficient, and produce less heat than other types of bulbs. Vibration won’t cause these bulbs to malfunction. Brightness is measured in lumens; the higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb. They require a resistor (sold separately) to limit current.
    Light Bulbs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Circuit Board LED Light Bulbs, Light Bulbs.
    Bulb
    Color
    Voltage
    Wattage
    Brightness
    Current
    Resistor
    Included
    Light
    Technology
    Material
    Dia.,
    mm
    Shape
    No.
    Lg.
    Rated
    Life
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wire
    Dia.
    Wire Terminal
    Lg.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
     
    Tubular Bulb
    Blue9V DC (290 ohm)
    24V DC (1,040 ohm)    		0.08 W2 lm0.02 ampNoLEDPlastic5T1 3/40.34"Not Rated1 1/16"0.02"3/4"257171N1300000
    Green9V DC (290 ohm)
    24V DC (1,040 ohm)    		0.08 W4 lm0.02 ampNoLEDPlastic5T1 3/40.34"Not Rated1 1/16"0.02"3/4"257171N140000
    Red9V DC (340 ohm
    24V DC (1,090 ohm)    		0.08 W1 lm0.02 ampNoLEDPlastic5T1 3/40.34"Not Rated1 1/16"0.02"3/4"257171N120000
    White9V DC (290 ohm)
    24V DC (1,040 ohm)    		0.085 W3 lm0.02 ampNoLEDPlastic5T1 3/40.34"Not Rated1 1/16"0.02"3/4"257171N150000
    Yellow9V DC (340 ohm
    24V DC (1,090 ohm)    		0.08 W1 lm0.02 ampNoLEDPlastic5T1 3/40.34"Not Rated1 1/16"0.02"3/4"257171N160000
     
    Variable Resistors
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Resistors. Circuit Board LED Light Bulbs.
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Current,
    mA
    Output Current
    Accuracy
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    2.6 to 50.02.625±10%101823N6000000
    Light Bulb Sets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Circuit Board LED Light Bulbs, Light Bulb Sets.
    Bulb
    No. of
    Pieces
    Color
    Voltage
    Wattage
    Brightness
    Current
    Resistor
    Included
    Light
    Technology
    Material
    Dia.,
    mm
    Shape
    No.
    Lg.
    Rated
    Life
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wire
    Dia.
    Wire Terminal
    Lg.
    Includes
    Each
     
    Tubular Bulb
    125Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow9V DC (290 ohm to 340 ohm)
    24V DC (1,040 ohm to 1,090 ohm)    		0.08 W to 0.085 W1 lm
    2 lm
    3 lm
    4 lm    		0.02 ampNoLEDPlastic5T1 3/40.34"Not Rated1 1/16"0.02"3/4"Blue LED Light Bulb—2 lumens (25 Pieces)
    Green LED Light Bulb—4 lumens (25 Pieces)
    Red LED Light Bulb—1 lumens (25 Pieces)
    White LED Light Bulb—3 lumens (25 Pieces)
    Yellow LED Light Bulb—1 lumens (25 Pieces)    		7171N11000000
     
    Variable Resistors
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Resistors. Circuit Board LED Light Bulbs.
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Current,
    mA
    Output Current
    Accuracy
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    2.6 to 50.02.625±10%101823N6000000

    Wire-Terminal-Base Miniature Light Bulbs

    Wire terminals allow you to connect these bulbs to a power source through a panel. These bulbs are sized to fit into tight spaces such as signs, instruments, indicators, and flashlights. Brightness is measured in lumens; the higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb.
    LED
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Wire-Terminal-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, LED.
    LED bulbs last longer and are more efficient than other technologies. They generate little heat and withstand vibration. They require a resistor to limit current (not included).
    Bulb
    Voltage
    Wattage,
    W
    Brightness,
    lm
    Current,
    amp
    Material
    Dia.,
    mm
    Lg.
    Shape
    No.
    Color
    Beam
    Angle
    Rated Life,
    hr.
    Wire Terminal
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    9V DC (270 ohm), 24V DC (1,020 ohm)0.120.050.02Plastic50.34"T1 3/4Pink15°
    		1,0001 1/8"1.465"101823N11400000
    9V DC (270 ohm), 24V DC (1,020 ohm)0.1210.02Plastic50.34"T1 3/4Orange30°
    		1,0001 1/8"1.465"101823N1130000
    9V DC (275 ohm), 24V DC (1,025 ohm)0.1210.02Plastic50.34"T1 3/4Green30°
    		1,0001 1/8"1.465"101823N1110000
    9V DC (290 ohm), 24V DC (1,040 ohm)0.1210.02Plastic50.34"T1 3/4Clear15°
    		1,0001 1/8"1.465"101823N10000
    9V DC (290 ohm), 24V DC (1,040 ohm)0.1210.02Plastic50.34"T1 3/4Blue15°
    		1,0001 1/8"1.465"101823N20000
    9V DC (290 ohm), 24V DC (1,040 ohm)0.1220.02Plastic50.34"T1 3/4Green15°
    		1,0001 1/8"1.465"101823N30000
    9V DC (340 ohm), 24V DC (1,090 ohm)0.1210.02Plastic50.34"T1 3/4Red20°1,0001 1/8"1.465"101823N50000
    Variable Resistors
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Current,
    mA
    Output Current
    Accuracy
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    2.6 to 50.02.625±10%101823N6000000
    Infrared LED
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Wire-Terminal-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Infrared LED.
    Infrared LED bulbs are often used in night vision goggles, thermal imaging cameras, and TV remotes. Infrared bulbs produce light that is invisible to the human eye and emits more heat than incandescent light bulbs.
    Bulb
    Voltage
    Wattage,
    W
    Brightness
    Current,
    amp
    Material
    Dia.,
    mm
    Lg.
    Shape
    No.
    Color
    Beam
    Angle
    Rated Life,
    hr.
    Wire Terminal
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    9V DC (390 ohm), 24V DC (1,140 ohm)0.09Not Rated0.02Plastic50.34"T1 3/4Clear20°1,0001 1/16"1.402"101823N11800000
    Variable Resistors
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Current,
    mA
    Output Current
    Accuracy
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    2.6 to 50.02.625±10%101823N6000000
    Ultraviolet LED
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Wire-Terminal-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Ultraviolet LED.
    Ultraviolet LED bulbs are often used to sterilize surfaces, cure adhesives, and detect leaks. Ultraviolet light is invisible to the human eye.
    Bulb
    Voltage
    Wattage,
    W
    Brightness
    Current,
    amp
    Material
    Dia.,
    mm
    Lg.
    Shape
    No.
    Color
    Beam
    Angle
    Rated Life,
    hr.
    Wire Terminal
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    9V DC (265 ohm), 24V DC (1,015 ohm)0.12Not Rated0.02Plastic50.34"T1 3/4Clear15°
    		1,0001 1/8"1.465"101823N11500000
    Variable Resistors
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Current,
    mA
    Output Current
    Accuracy
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    2.6 to 50.02.625±10%101823N6000000

    Cylindrical Oil-Resistant Panel Indicator Lights with Quick-Disconnect Terminals

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Indicator Lights. Cylindrical Oil-Resistant Panel Indicator Lights with Quick-Disconnect Terminals.
    Image of Product. Quick-Disconnect Terminals. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Indicator Lights. Cylindrical Oil-Resistant Panel Indicator Lights with Quick-Disconnect Terminals.

    Quick-Disconnect

    Terminals

    Lights
    Bulbs
    Voltage
    Electrical Connection
    For Min.
    Panel Dp.
    Lens
    Dia.
    Mount
    Type
    Material
    Lens
    Material
    Environment
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Quick-Disconnect
    Tab Wd.
    Bulbs
    Included
    Light Pattern
    Setting
    Choose a Light Color
    Each
    Each
    LED Bulb
     
    For 16 mm (5/8") Diameter Panel Cutouts
    28V AC/28V DCQuick-Disconnect Terminal1 5/16"3/4"PanelPlasticPlasticDusty, Oily, Outdoor, Washdown, WetIP65, NEMA 4, NEMA 13
    		CSA Certified
    CE Marked
    UL Recognized Component
    		0.11"NoContinuousGreen, Red, White, Yellow59305K2400000065645K813000000
     

    Wedge-Base Miniature Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Wedge-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Flat-Top Bulb.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Wedge-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Subminiature Wedge Base.

    Flat-Top

    Bulb

    Subminiature

    Wedge Base

    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.
    LED—LED bulbs last longer and are more efficient than other technologies. They generate little heat and withstand vibration.
    Plastic Bulb and Plastic-Coated Glass Bulb—Plastic-coated glass and plastic bulbs are more shatter-resistant than glass bulbs.
    Bulb
    Bulb Trade
    No.
    Voltage, V DC
    Wattage,
    W
    Brightness,
    lm
    Current
    Light
    Technology
    Material
    Dia.
    Shape
    No.
    Color
    Rated Life,
    hr.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Flat Top Bulb—Subminiature Base (0.2" Wd.)
    17, 8524/280.42115 mALEDGlass0.23"T1 3/4Red50,0000.8"16932K5200000
    17, 8524/280.48417 mALEDPlastic0.23"T1 3/4Clear50,0003/4"16932K5310000
    18, 37, 73, 7414/120.210.360.02 ampLEDPlastic-Coated Glass0.23"T1 3/4Red100,0000.8"16932K310000
    18, 37, 73, 7414/120.2110.02 ampLEDPlastic-Coated Glass0.23"T1 3/4Green100,0000.8"16932K110000
    18, 37, 73, 74120.240.550.02 ampLEDPlastic0.23"T1 3/4Clear100,0000.74"16932K240000
    56, 79, 8660.1210.02 ampLEDPlastic0.23"T1 3/4Clear100,0000.74"16932K5510000
    56, 79, 8660.1210.02 ampLEDPlastic0.23"T1 3/4Yellow100,0000.74"16932K5520000
     

    Grooved-Base Miniature Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. LED. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Grooved-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Single Contact, Tubular Bulb, LED.

    LED

    These bulbs are sized to fit tight spaces such as signs, control panels, indicators, and flashlights. Brightness is measured in lumens; the higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb.
    LED—LED bulbs last longer and are more efficient than other technologies. They generate little heat and withstand vibration.
    Bulb
    Bulb Trade
    No.
    Color
    Voltage
    Wattage
    Brightness
    Current
    Light
    Technology
    Material
    Dia.
    Shape
    No.
    Rated
    Life
    Overall
    Lg.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Single Contact—Midget Base (0.23" Dia.)
     
    Tubular Bulb
    276, 334, 388Clear24V AC/28V AC/24V DC/28V DC0.18 W1 lm7 mALEDGlass0.24"T1 3/430,000 hr.0.63"16570T97200000
     

    Square Oil-Resistant Panel Indicator Lights with Quick-Disconnect Terminals

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Indicator Lights. Square Oil-Resistant Panel Indicator Lights with Quick-Disconnect Terminals.
    Image of Product. Quick-Disconnect Terminals. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Indicator Lights. Square Oil-Resistant Panel Indicator Lights with Quick-Disconnect Terminals.

    Quick-Disconnect

    Terminals

    Lights
    Bulbs
    Voltage
    Electrical Connection
    Lens
    Ht.
    Lens
    Wd.
    For Min.
    Panel Dp.
    Mount
    Type
    Material
    Lens
    Material
    Environment
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Quick-Disconnect
    Tab Wd.
    Bulbs
    Included
    Light Pattern
    Setting
    Choose a Light Color
    Each
    Each
    LED Bulb
     
    For 16 mm (5/8") Diameter Panel Cutouts
    28V AC/28V DCQuick-Disconnect Terminal11/16"11/16"1 5/16"PanelPlasticPlasticDusty, Oily, Outdoor, Washdown, WetIP65, NEMA 4, NEMA 13
    		CSA Certified
    CE Marked
    UL Recognized Component
    		0.11"NoContinuousGreen, Red, White, Yellow59305K2300000065645K813000000
    28V AC/28V DCQuick-Disconnect Terminal15/16"15/16"1 5/16"PanelPlasticPlasticDusty, Oily, Outdoor, Washdown, WetIP65, NEMA 4, NEMA 13
    		CSA Certified
    CE Marked
    UL Recognized Component
    		0.11"NoContinuousGreen, Red, White, Yellow59305K210000065645K81300000
     

    Rectangular Oil-Resistant Panel Indicator Lights with Quick-Disconnect Terminals

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Indicator Lights. Rectangular Oil-Resistant Panel Indicator Lights with Quick-Disconnect Terminals.
    Image of Product. Quick-Disconnect Terminals. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Indicator Lights. Rectangular Oil-Resistant Panel Indicator Lights with Quick-Disconnect Terminals.

    Quick-Disconnect

    Terminals

    Lights
    Bulbs
    Voltage
    Electrical Connection
    Lens
    Ht.
    Lens
    Wd.
    For Min.
    Panel Dp.
    Mount
    Type
    Material
    Lens
    Material
    Environment
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Quick-Disconnect
    Tab Wd.
    Bulbs
    Included
    Light Pattern
    Setting
    Choose a Light Color
    Each
    Each
    LED Bulb
     
    For 16 mm (5/8") Diameter Panel Cutouts
    28V AC/28V DCQuick-Disconnect Terminal11/16"15/16"1 5/16"PanelPlasticPlasticDusty, Oily, Outdoor, Washdown, WetIP65, NEMA 4, NEMA 13
    		CSA Certified
    CE Marked
    UL Recognized Component
    		0.11"NoContinuousGreen, Red, White, Yellow59305K2200000065645K813000000
     

    Bottom-Flanged-Base Miniature Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Flat-Top Bulb. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Bottom-Flanged-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Single Contact, Midget Base, Flat-Top Bulb.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Bottom-Flanged-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Midget Base.

    Flat-Top

    Bulb

    Midget

    Base

    These bulbs are sized to fit tight spaces such as signs, instruments, indicators, and flashlights. Brightness is measured in lumens; the higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb.
    LED—LED bulbs last longer and are more efficient than other technologies. They generate little heat and withstand vibration.
    Bulb
    Bulb Trade No.
    Voltage
    Wattage,
    W
    Current,
    amp
    Light
    Technology
    Material
    Dia.
    Shape
    No.
    Rated Life,
    hr.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Choose a Color
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Single Contact—Midget Base (0.28" Dia.)
     
    Flat-Top Bulb
    327, 370, 376, 387, 45926V AC/24V DC0.50.02LEDPlastic0.2"T1 3/4100,0000.61"Clear, Green, Red17890K200000
    327, 376, 385, 38728V DC/30V DC0.520.17LEDPlastic0.2"T1 3/4100,0000.61"Clear, Green, Red17890K30000
    330, 382, 891815V DC/17V DC0.380.02LEDPlastic0.2"T1 3/4100,0000.61"Clear, Red17890K10000
     
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