E12 bulb

Focus on the E12 bulb: features and applications
 

E12 bulbs are also known as candelabra or type B luminaires. This product category features a 12 mm base with Edison-type wire. In the designation E12 base bulb, “E” stands for the bulb family, in reference to inventor Thomas Edison, and the number 12, in millimeters, refers to the base dimensions.
 

Advantages of an E12 base bulb for your home and office
 

In most cases, E12 lamps are installed in small lighting fixtures such as candelabras or chandeliers. They are characterized by their small size and low power consumption, unlike other types of lamp. An E12 bulb can be shaped like a ball or a flame. This lighting device can create the impression of diffused light or more pronounced illumination in an apartment or office.
 

The most popular products in this category are :
 

• SPL Lighting E12 T16x54 60V 83mA 5W C-3A 2Khrs Clear ;
   
• SPL Lighting E12 T16x54 130V 38mA 5W C-5A 2Khrs Clear ;
   
• SPL Lighting E12 T13x33 60V 50mA 3W C-3A 2Khrs Clear ;
   
• SPL Lighting E12 T13x33 60V 33mA 2W C-3A 2Khrs Clear ;
   
• SPL Lighting E12 5x Single LED T13x33 24V AC/DC White 20Khrs.
   

Appliances equipped with this latest type of lighting consume a third less electricity than Edison lamps.
 

How to choose the right E12 bulb: tips and tricks
 

To correctly select the right artificial light source, you'll need to pay attention to the following characteristics:
 

1. Incandescent lamps: in general use, they don't exhibit large temperature differences, don't emit condensation, and consume a lot of electricity. E12 bulbs are generally installed in domestic light fittings. Short-term operation in extreme weather conditions is possible.
    
2. Halogen lamps are used in vehicle headlights, spotlights, accent lighting and design decoration in apartments, houses and offices. Requires careful handling during installation.
    
3. Luminescent lamps are used in public institutions, businesses and for room lighting. These products can be recycled at specially designated recycling points.
    
4. LEDs are characterized by low energy consumption, long operating cycles, good color rendering, shock resistance and absence of heat.
    

Power supply voltage ranges from 2 to 220 volts. For normal operation, the E12 bulb socket must hermetically cover its base.
 

Installation and maintenance of an E12 bulb socket: a step-by-step guide
 

We recommend that you install and maintain a bulb socket in the following sequence:
 

1. Unpack the product;
    
2. Switch off the electrical circuit breaker and sockets in the apartment or office;
    
3. Install the bulb in the fixture;
    
4. Reconnect circuit breaker and plugs.
    

Check that the lighting system is working properly by switching it on and off several times.