What Is a Candelabra Base Bulb?

Candelabra base bulbs can be used in chandeliers,

The candelabra base bulb, also known as the candle or torpedo bulb because of its shape, is made for an E12 or a C7 base. With an adapter, it can fit a standard socket (the screw in base).

Description

The candelabra bulb gives out good light for its size and comes in white, warm white and day light versions. It also comes in different shapes, sizes and colors, as well as fluorescent (CFLs) and incandescent bulbs, and with candle flame and wavy tips. You can also get bulbs that flicker.

Uses

The bulb is used in nightlights, ceiling fan light kits, refrigerators, stove hoods, exit lights, table and floor lamps, bathroom vanity strip lighting and chandeliers, as well as for mood lighting.

Adapting the Light Bulb Base

An adapter, known as a candelabra to standard adapter, is available that can fit the candelabra base bulb (E12) into a standard (E26) socket. You'll probably need the adapter for some chandeliers or other fixtures that use a standard socket.

References

• Light Bulb Changer: E12 Base Candelabra Bulb 15 SMT SMD LED: Product Description
• Office Depot: GE Candelabra Base Light Bulb
• Noli Control Systems: Candelabra to Standard Base Adapter
• Green Electrical Supply: Decorative CFL Bulbs
• National Aircraft Co.: Lighting Parts & Lamp Parts : LIGHT BULBS - Decorative, Chandelier and Specialty: Light Bulbs, CANDLE FLAME and WAVY TIP--Candelabra Base

Resources

• Noli Control Systems: Candelabra Lamps