Decoding Christmas and Decorative Light Bulb Sizes

Decoding Christmas and Decorative Light Bulb Sizes

We carry bulbs and string lights of many shapes and sizes! From Christmas to Diwali, Weddings to Backyard Decor, they have many purposes. However, all of the different numbers used across the industry can be confusing as a consumer. We're here to help you decode all of those numbers and help you decide which size of lights are right for your project!

The "Strawberry-Shaped" Bulbs

The C9 Bulb is the standard Christmas light bulb, though it has been repurposed time and time again for different occasions and events. Featuring a faceted outer lens, they produce a soft, diffused glow.

Most appropriate for: Using on rooflines and in large tree canopies

Pair with: E17 Socket Wire, sometimes referred to as "Intermediate base"

LED Technology: SMD Chip

The C7 Bulb is the smaller sibling of the C9 standard Christmas light bulb. Small but mighty, these are an economic alternative to the C9 while still providing lots of light for your display.

Most appropriate for: Using on rooflines, lining windows and doors, and in large tree canopies.

Pair with: E12 Socket Wire, sometimes referred to as "Candelabra base"

LED Technology: SMD Chip

The Super-Bright "Globe" Lights

The G30 Bulbs are a modern take on the traditional Christmas bulb. The magnifying cone inside of the bulb creates a beautiful and captivating sparkle, and the warm white option is a great, low-energy alternative to incandescents. These globe shaped bulbs (hence the "G") are prefect for any holiday or event.

Most appropriate for: Using on rooflines and in large tree canopies

Pair with: E17 Socket Wire, sometimes referred to as "Candelabra base"

LED Technology: SMD Chip

Just as the C7 Bulb is the smaller sibling of the C9 standard Christmas light bulb, the G20 Bulb is the smaller sibling of the G30. These are the cutest little bulbs you've ever seen, and their SMD chip projects lots of light and colour for your display.

Most appropriate for: Using on rooflines, lining windows and doors, and in large tree canopies. Also perfect for making totally bespoke custom designs like marquee signs.

Pair with: E12 Socket Wire, sometimes referred to as "Candelabra base"

LED Technology: SMD Chip

The String Lights

As we move down in number, we get smaller! The C6 string lights feature a bulb that is a scaled down version of the C7. Featuring co-axial connections, these string light sets have 50 LEDs, 6 inch bulb spacing, and come in 25 ft lengths. They're available in a variety of colours.

Most appropriate for: Decorating shrubs and small to medium sized tree canopies. Also look great wrapping railings and columns!

Pair with: The co-axial light string adapter. And check out our other co-axial splitters and extension cords to see how they can simplify your install.

LED Technology: Diode

The 5mm string light has slowly taken over the C6 in popularity. Often referred to as mini-lights in the industry, their bulbs' conical lens creates a captivating sparkle that's perfect for the holidays, adding subtle decoration to your home, or lighting up your event! Featuring co-axial connections, these string light sets come in a large variety of bulb spacing, wire colour, and bulb colour combinations.

Most appropriate for: Decorating shrubs and small to medium sized tree canopies. The brown wire 5mm mini-lights are perfect for intricate trunk and branch wrapping.

Pair with: The co-axial light string adapter. And check out our other co-axial splitters and extension cords to see how they can simplify your install.

LED Technology: Diode

The Patio & Festoon Light Bulbs

Patio Light Bulb with Dimensions

The T50 (also known as S14) Edison-style bulb is our most popular bulb for the summer season.They're great for adding ambient light to both outdoor and indoor spaces, adding a bit of a vintage feel with their double filament. They come in just one colour - a beautiful warm white.

Most appropriate for: Decorating patios, balconies, and backyards. Often used for overhead lighting at weddings and other events.

Pair with: These can be used with our E26 suspensor strings, which come in 50 ft lengths or a 300 ft spool. They can also be turned into attractive pendant lights with our E26 Pendant Light Socket.

LED Technology: LED Series Filament

G50 Bulb with Dimensions

The G50 bulb is another great option for summer lighting. Emulate a vintage-look with these lights inside or outside!

Most appropriate for: Decorating patios, balconies, and backyards. Often used for overhead lighting at weddings and other events, and can be used to create carnival-style marquee lights. They're great for using indoors to add aesthetic lighting in any room.

Pair with: E17 Socket Wire, sometimes referred to as "Candelabra base"

LED Technology: LED Series Filament

ST64 Bulb with Dimensions

The ST64 Spiral bulb is our largest bulb option. You can purchase a 120V version to plug directly into a power source, or a 5V version which works with a battery-powered adapter.

Most appropriate for: Decorating patios, balconies, and backyards. Often used for overhead lighting at weddings and other events, and can be used to create carnival-style marquee lights. They're great for using indoors to add aesthetic lighting in any room.

Pair with: E26 Pendant Socket. For the 5V bulb, purchase an adapter to make it battery powered.

LED Technology: LED Series Filament

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