What does C7 mean on a light bulb?

What does C7 mean on a light bulb?

What does C7 LED mean? C7 refers to the size of the base of the bulb; from base to tip the C7 bulb is a little over two inches high. C7 Christmas light bulbs have an E12 base (the same size base as the bulb you use for a traditional night light).

Are C7 and C9 bulbs the same?

The Main Difference: Size! C7 Bulbs are much smaller than the larger C9 Bulb. C-9’s are longer, wider, and fit into a bigger socket. As you can see from the photographs above, the C7 Bulb is usually 2-1/8in in length and 7/8in in width. In comparison, the C9 Bulb measures 2-7/8in in length and 1-1/8in in width.

Is C7 and candelabra 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.

What is the difference between C6 and C7 bulbs?

C6 lights are the smallest of the strawberry-shaped lights that many consider the “traditional Christmas bulb” shape. The bulbs are generally 3/4 inch in diameter and 1 1/8 inches tall. C7 lights have the same strawberry shape as C6, but are slightly larger. They measure 1 inch in diameter and 1 1/2 inches tall.

How many watts are C7 bulbs?

Main Differences C7 bulbs are smaller than C9s. They have an E12 candelabra base, the same size as a night light bulb. They are around 1 1/2 inches long and are generally 5 watts for incandescent bulbs.

Should I use C7 or C9 lights on my house?

Cord Socket Size – When it comes to the socket base size, you can choose between C7 or C9. For most structural perimeter lighting, C9s are the most commonly used. If lighting displays or small structures, then C7s work well.

Do c7 lights get hot?

The older, incandescent bulbs do get hot, which makes them a fire hazard when used on or near flammable or delicate holiday decorations. However, the LED C7 and C9 bulbs do not get hot to the touch, expanding the creative horizons of where they can be used—anywhere… which leads us to…

Can you mix C7 and C9 bulbs?

The short answer is yes. But if you place C7 and C9 LED replacements bulbs next to incandescent bulbs, the light string’s colors will glow differently and will appear “off.” You cannot substitute LED mini lights on an incandescent light string because LEDs require a much lower wattage than incandescent mini lights.