9 8 1 1 8 diameter.
C7 bulb socket size.
For example it takes only 4 watts to illuminate a 70 light led string but it takes 4 5 watts per bulb to illuminate a string of c7 incandescent lights.
Types of christmas lights bulb sizes.
The image below compares our g40 and g50 bulbs in c7 and c9 base sizes.
7 8 7 8 diameter.
G50 s are round bulbs and the 50 is their diameter in millimeters which is 1 7 8 inches.
The c7 lamp base size is different than the larger old fashioned christmas bulb which is called a c9 and is over three inches long.
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C7 bulbs are the smaller than c9s.
The have an e12 candelabra base the same size as a night light bulb.
A c9 does not fit into a candelabra socket but has its own.
Numbers in each code refer to the bulb s diameter in one eighths of.
Choose a cord based on the size of the threaded base on each bulb.
15 8 1 7 8 diameter.
Common bulbs with e12 bases.
Light bulb socket sizes chart.
Led lights generate less heat thus reducing the risk of fire.
The numbers in c7 and c9 are their diameters so that naturally means that c9 bulbs are larger than c7.
Many bulbs with these bases are designed to mimic the look of a candle flame.
These are used for outlining roofs stringing on pergolas and outlining driveways.
C9 s use e17 cords.
They are around 1 1 2 inches long and generally use 5 watt bulbs for incandescent bulbs.
Depending on their size these bulbs can be used in applications ranging from chandeliers wall sconces and pendant lights to basement and garage troffer light fixtures.
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C7 s use e12 cords.
You can compare most common e size designations with a thread diameter see the specific light bulb name for that size see what are the most common applications and even see the official standard for light bulbs.
Here is the light bulb socket size chart to help you determine what size do you need your light bulb to be.