Are candelabra and E12 the same?
E12 is the smaller “candelabra” base. It’s used for nightlight bulbs, and sometimes for decorative light bulbs used in chandeliers and over bathroom mirrors. E17, “intermediate” base, is in between these two sizes. It’s sometimes used for desk lamps and appliance bulbs, but is not as common.
What size base is a candelabra base?
12 mm
Edison Light Socket Sizes Chart
| Size | Name | Base major diameter (thread external) |
|---|---|---|
| E12 | Candelabra Edison Screw (CES) | 12 mm |
| E14 | Small Edison Screw (SES) | 14 mm |
| E17 | Intermediate Edison Screw (IES) | 17 mm |
| E26 | Edison Screw (ES or MES) | 26 mm |
Is B10 equivalent to E12?
B10 refers to bulb shape and means “blunt tip”. They can be medium base (E26) or candelabra (E12). E12 means American style candelabra base.
Does E17 fit E12?
This adapter will reduce the socket from your chandelier/fixtue from a intermediate (E17) size to the smaller Candelabra (E12) size socket. So you will be able to use a bulb that has a candelabra (E12) base in your fixture that has a intermediate (E17) socket.
Will an E12 bulb fit E17?
Simply screw the E12 adapter into an existing E17 socket and you’re done. You can illuminate the room within minutes, the sockets are highly compatible and take almost any lightbulb designed for an E12 base. Our light socket adapter is made from high-quality thermoplastic polymer.
Is candelabra base E12 or e14?
As mentioned before, the E12 fitting is very commonly used for 120-volt candelabra/chandelier lamps usage. It is also often found in lightings for boats, as well as some Christmas and other decorative lamps.
Is E12 and B12 the same?
As mentioned above, the E12 is just the diameter size of the lamp – 12mm. The B12 bulb has a glass diameter of 12*1/8 inch. So B12 and E12 bulbs are the same.
Is C7 and E12 the same?
The industry uses many terms for the same size: C7 / E12 / Candelabra Base Bulbs typically used for chandelier-type fixtures and decorative lighting.
Can E12 fit in E14?
Product Description. This adapter will reduce the socket from your chandelier/fixtue from a european (E14) size to the smaller Candelabra (E12) size socket. So you will be able to use a bulb that has a candelabra (E12) base in your fixture that has a european (E14) socket.