There are different sizes of the bulbs used in different parts of the world. more comprehensive guide at https://www.bulbs.com/learning/shapesandsizes.aspx, Most common are the
Bayonet types, having two pins to hang on to the holder, these are available in 2 sizes
- BC / B22 – Bayonet -22mm Diameter Base
- SBC / B15 – Small Bayonet – 15mm Diameter Base
Edison Types, having screw bases
- E-5 – Midget Screw
- E-10 – Miniature Screw
- E-11 – Mini Candelbra
- E-12 / C7 – Candelbra
- E-14 / SES (Small Edison Screw) – Eurpoean
- E-17 / C9 – Intermediate
- E-26 – Medium Base – mostly for US, 110V -140 V
- E-27 / ES (Edison Screw cap) – mostly ued in UK and Asia, 220V – 240V
- E-40 – Mogul Screw
Bi Pin Bases – more deatils can be found at https://www.12vmonster.com/blogs/product-questions/the-most-common-2-pin-fittings-and-their-uses
- G4
- GU4
- GU5.3
- GY6.35
- GU8
- GY8
- GY8.6
- G9
- G12
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