B10 vs e12 bulb

B10 refers to bulb shape and means "blunt tip". They can be medium base (E26) or candelabra (E12). E12 means American style candelabra base.

1. Is E27 same as E12?
2. Are candelabra and E12 the same?
3. How do I know if I have an E12 bulb?
4. Is B11 same as E12 bulb?

Is E27 same as E12?

When a ruler is not available, the most common fittings, the E26/E27, and E12/E14, is roughly the same length of an adult's thumb (the E26/E27) and little finger (the E14, the E12 is 2mm shorter.) You can also use this diagram by Home Depot to determine your socket.

Are candelabra and E12 the same?

E26 is the size of most light bulbs used in the U.S. It's referred to as having a “medium” or “standard” base. 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.

How do I know if I have an E12 bulb?

The 12 portion of the base name refers to the size of the base. It's the diameter of the screw base in millimeters, so an E12 light bulb has an Edison Screw base that's 12 millimeters in diameter.

Is B11 same as E12 bulb?

The codes E12 and B11 refer to two different specifications. E12 is the type of the bulb's base, while B11 refers to the bulb type and describes its shape. Both of these are usually found in the same bulb, leading to the mixup.