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Within this section we hope to take some of the mystic and uncertainty out of choosing the right light bulb. This is intended as a guide and should be used in conjunction with the light fitting manufacturers’ instructions. As a rule we recommend that, when ever possible, you replace your light bulbs on a like for like basis.
Regular Light Bulbs
Regular bulbs are the most common and still one of the most popular light bulbs in the world. Almost every premises, whether commercial or domestic still uses these. Regular bulbs are used in so many applications but, most commonly they are used where the bulb is not visible within the fitting. When choosing which Regular bulb you need there are a number of decisions you must make. However please use this guide in conjunction with the light fitting manufacturers instructions. As a rule we recommend that, when ever possible, you replace your light bulbs on a like-for like basis.
Cap or Fitting
Regular bulbs are available in 3 different fittings:
Bayonet (often abbreviated to BC)
Screw (often abbreviated to ES)
Giant Screw (often abbreviated to GES)
Watts
The watts of a light bulb determine the brightness of the bulb. The higher the watts, the brighter the light. However the higher the watts the hotter the bulb will become. All light fittings will have a guide on the fitting advising you of the maximum watts you can use. Whilst you can use a lower watt bulb you must NEVER use a higher watts bulb. The ISHICO range of Regular bulbs offers a wide selects of watts ranging from 15 all the way up to 500 watts
Size
Most Regular bulbs come in one size (see diagram). However where the wattage is higher than 100 watts the glass area needs to be increased to cope with the increased heat generated from higher watts.
Finish
The finish of a bulb will determine the type of light it will produce. A clear bulb will sparkle and give the brightest light possible. An opal or frosted finish will give a more diffused and subdued light.
In addition to ISHICO offers you a number of variations of finish. A daylight finish to the bulb allows it to give out a unique, clear light which reduces the possibility of eye strain and is ideally suited where close up detailed work is being carried out
Mirror Top bulbs, sometimes called Crown Silver bulbs have a mirrored coating at the top. This forces the light to reflect towards the back of the bulb. These bulbs are often used in displays.
Our range of Colour bulbs offers another variation on the Regular bulb finish. The Lyco range is extensive and offers a range of solid, pastel and translucent colours to suit every application ISHICO now offers a Shatterproof version of its regular bulb. The glass of the bulb is coated with a plastic film which protects the bulb. This type of bulb is often used in the catering industry where health & safety is at a premium. One unusual version of the regular bulb is the Fireflame bulb which is used in to light coal-effect fires.
A variation in shape of the Regular bulb can be found in the Mushroom bulb. This bulb, so called because of its flat topped mushroom shape, is made with a unique Krypton gas which increases the light output
Life Expectancy
Regular bulbs are available in a huge variety of different life expectancies, these are measured in hours. Whilst its true that the longer the life expectancy the higher the price, this must be compared to the time it takes to change a light bulb. On many occasions the time taken to change the bulb costs more than the bulb itself. Every bulb in the ISHICO range is shown with its life expectancy ranging from 1000 hours up to 16,000 hours. This is only a guide and is not a guarantee. The life expectancy of a bulb can be reduced for many reasons including the wiring of the building, the type of light fitting, the position of the bulb itself, to name but a few.
How to Select the Correct Replacement Bulb
Look at the bulb you need to replace, identify the type of bulb, the cap or fitting, the watts (often marked on the bulb), the finish. Put these into the search by keyword. This should provide you with a range of options to choose from.
Candle Bulbs
Candle bulbs, with their distinguished tulip shape, are a very popular bulb particular where the bulb can be seen in the fitting such as pendant and chandelier lights. They are also used extensively where space within the fitting is at a premium. When choosing which Candle bulb you need there are a number of decisions you must make. However please use this guide in conjunction with the light fitting manufacturers’ instructions. As a rule we recommend that, when ever possible, you replace your light bulbs on a like for like basis.
Cap or Fitting
Candle bulbs are available in 4 different fittings:
Bayonet (often abbreviated to BC)
Screw (often abbreviated to ES)
Small Bayonet (often abbreviated to SBC)
Small Screw (often abbreviated to SES)
See bulb spec
Watts
The watts of a light bulb determine the brightness of the bulb. The higher the watts, the brighter the light. However the higher the watts the hotter the bulb will become. All light fittings will have a guide on the fitting advising you of the maximum watts you can use. Whilst you can use a lower watt bulb you must NEVER use a higher watts bulb. The Lyco range of Candle bulbs offers a wide selects of watts ranging from 15 to 60 watts
Size
The most common and popular Candle bulbs come in one size which has a 35mm diameter at the widest point. However there are large models with a 45mm diameter as well a range of twisted and thinner tulip shapes in a variety of sizes.
Finish
The finish of a bulb will determine the type of light it will produce. A clear bulb will sparkle and give the brightest light possible. An opal or frosted finish will give a more diffused and subdued light. Within the Candle range there are a variety of different shapes and finishes including flambeau, the classic coupe de vent (bent tip), pickwick (a traditional candle shape complete with wick) as well as the more modern diamond design. As well as the usual clear and opal finishes the ISHICO range comes in colours as diverse as gold, salmon, pick peach and amber. The most unusual finish has to be the ‘flicker flame’ candle which offers little light but plenty of ambiance
See colour spec
As with Regular bulbs ISHICO offers a daylight finish candle bulb. This gives a clear light which reduces the possibility of eye strain and is ideally suited where close up detailed work is being carried out
Life Expectancy
Candle bulbs are available in a variety of different life expectancies, these are measured in hours. Whilst its true that the longer the life expectancy the higher the price, this must be compared to the time it takes to change a light bulb. On many occasions the time taken to change the bulb costs more than the bulb itself. Every bulb in the ISHICO Candle range is shown with its life expectancy ranging from 1000 hours up to 3.000 hours. This is only a guide and is not a guarantee. The life expectancy of a bulb can be reduced for many reasons including the wiring of the building, the type of light fitting, the position of the bulb itself, to name but a few.
How to Select the Correct Replacement Bulb
Look at the bulb you need to replace, identify the type of bulb, the cap or fitting, the watts (often marked on the bulb), the finish. Put these into the search by keyword. This should provide you with a range of options to choose from.
Golf Balls (often know as 45mm Round)
Golf Balls are a compact version of Regular bulbs. Their unique round shape have given them their name. They are used in a variety of applications in both seen and unseen fittings. Their compactness is a key to their usage. When choosing which Golf Ball bulb you need there are a number of decisions you must make. However please use this guide in conjunction with the light fitting manufacturers instructions. As a rule we recommend that, when ever possible, you replace your light bulbs on a like for like basis.
Cap or Fitting
Golf Ball bulbs are available in 4 different fittings:
Bayonet (often abbreviated to BC)
Screw (often abbreviated to ES)
Small Bayonet (often abbreviated to SBC)
Small Screw often abbreviated to SES)
See bulb spec
Watts
The watts of a light bulb determine the brightness of the bulb. The higher the watts, the brighter the light. However the higher the watts the hotter the bulb will become. All light fittings will have a guide on the fitting advising you of the maximum watts you can use. Whilst you can use a lower watt bulb you must NEVER use a higher watts bulb. The ISHICO range of Golf Ball bulbs offers a wide selects of watts ranging from 25 to 60 watts
Size
There really is only one size of Golf Ball bulbs, 45mm round. There still is a large globe which is 95mm in diameter but it is the Golf Ball shape that is the most common.
Finish
The finish of a bulb will determine the type of light it will produce. A clear bulb will sparkle and give the brightest light possible. An opal or frosted finish will give a more diffused and subdued light. Within the Golf Ball range, as well as the standard clear and opal finishes there are colour versions with a selection of solid and translucent colours.
See colour spec
As in the regular shape ISHICO offers a daylight finish Golf Ball bulb. This gives a clear light which reduces the possibility of eye strain and is ideally suited where close up detailed work is being carried out
Life Expectancy
Golf Ball bulbs are available in different life expectancies, these are measured in hours. Whilst it’s true that the longer the life expectancy the higher the price, this must be compared to the time it takes to change a light bulb. On many occasions the time taken to change the bulb costs more than the bulb itself. Every bulb in the ISHICO Golf Ball range is shown with its life expectancy ranging from 1000 hours up to 3.000 hours. This is only a guide and is not a guarantee. The life expectancy of a bulb can be reduced for many reasons including the wiring of the building, the type of light fitting, the position of the bulb itself, to name but a few.
How to Select the Correct Replacement Bulb
Look at the bulb you need to replace, identify the type of bulb, the cap or fitting, the watts (often marked on the bulb), the finish. Put these into the search by keyword. This should provide you with a range of options to choose from.
Pygmy Bulbs (also know as Sign bulbs)
These tiny bulbs are used in locations such as signs and other light fittings. When choosing which Pygmy bulb you need there are a number of decisions you must make. However please use this guide in conjunction with the light fitting manufacturers instructions. As a rule we recommend that, when ever possible, you replace your light bulbs on a like-for like basis.
Cap or Fitting
Pygmy bulbs are available in 4 different fittings:
Bayonet (often abbreviated to BC)
Screw (often abbreviated to ES)
Small Bayonet (often abbreviated to SBC)
Small Screw (often abbreviated to SES)
See bulb spec
Watts
The watts of a light bulb determine the brightness of the bulb. The higher the watts, the brighter the light. However the higher the watts the hotter the bulb will become. All light fittings will have a guide on the fitting advising you of the maximum watts you can use. Whilst you can use a lower watt bulb you must NEVER use a higher watts bulb. Because Pygmy bulbs are designed to be used in compact spaces they are only available in 15 and 25 Watts.
Size
There is only one size of Pygmy bulb.
Finish
Pygmy bulbs are only available either in a clear finish or a colour. The ISHICO range consists of 7 colours.
In addition to the standard range of Pygmy bulbs the Lyco range also includes Oven bulbs which are designed to work in heat up to 300 degrees centigrade.
See colour spec
Life Expectancy
Pygmy bulbs are designed to last up to 1000 hours.
How to Select the Correct Replacement Bulb
Look at the bulb you need to replace, identify the type of bulb, the cap or fitting, the watts (often marked on the bulb), the finish. Put these into the search by keyword. This should provide you with a range of options to choose from.
Fluorescent Tubes
One of the most popular forms of lighting in so many commercial applications, Fluorescent lighting is also the most economical offering an outstanding amount of light with very low running costs. There is also an added benefit in the long life of a fluorescent tube making this type of lighting a favourite with maintenance departments. When choosing which Fluorescent tube you need you are largely governed by the tube you are replacing as, apart from different colour choice, fluorescent tubes must be replaced on a like-for like basis only.
Cap or Fitting
Fluorescent tubes are available 3 thicknesses which cannot be interchanged:
T4 – 12mm diameter – a new extra slim tube starting to be used in very slim fittings.
T5 – 16mm diameter - used in slim fittings situated in discreet places such under cupboards.
T8 – 26mm diameter - used in the most popular ceiling fittings including recessed fittings often found in suspended ceilings.
T12 – 38mm diameter – the older type of tube and therefore largely found in older fittings. These tubes are being phased out and are being replaced with fittings that take T5 or T8 tubes.
Watts
The watts of a fluorescent tube are determined by the length, know the length and you will know the watts. As already mentioned you therefore cannot simply decide install a tube with higher watts.
Size
As already mentioned the size of a fluorescent tube determines its wattage. The thinnest tube, T4 – 12mm diameter, is only currently available from 220 to 570mm, the second size T5 – 16mm diameter is only currently available from 150 to 525mm although new technology means longer and brighter tubes are starting to be introduced in this diameter. These are being designed for a new generation of longer slim fittings which are starting to be installed in new build projects. T8 – 26mm diameter tubes are available from 450 to 1800mm whilst T12 – 38mm diameter tubes are available from 600 to 2400mm
Finish
The finish of a fluorescent tube will help to determine the type of light it will produce. The most popular finishes cool white for a crisp bright light, white for all purpose lighting and warm white for a slightly warmer, yellowing white light.
Warm White - Welcoming and friendly - suitable for general areas in your business premises including schools, hotels and restaurants.
White - Suitable for general and commercial appliances in most environments.
Cool White - Bright and refreshing, suitable for offices, factories, exhibtions, shops and conference rooms.
In addition ISHICO now can offer you a wider variety of colours specifically designed for certain uses:
Triphosphor Tubes – these T8 26mm diameter tubes offer up to 20% better light output than regular T8 tubes and last over 50% longer.
Daylight Tubes – these T8 26mm diameter tubes offers you an greatly improved lighting, ideal where natural daylight in the room is scarce.
S.A.D Tubes – these T8 26mm diameter tubes are designed where there is no natural daylight and help to reduce the effects known as Seasonally Affected Disorder. The extensive Lyco range also offers tubes to assist Plant growth, Circular tubes, Sunbed tubes, Fly Killer tubes, Ultra Violet tubes and even U Shaped tubes. In addition Lyco now offers a Shatterproof version of its most popular T8- 26mm diameter tubes. The glass of the tube is coated with a plastic film which protects it and in the unlikely event of the tube breaking all the glass is contained. This type of tube is often used in the catering industry where health & safety is at a premium.
Life Expectancy
Standard fluorescent tubes will last up to 9000 hours whilst other tubes in the ISHICO range will last anything up to 15,000 hours.
How to Select the Correct Replacement Bulb
Look at the tube you need to replace, measure it or look for some identifying marks on the side (show diagram of this) which will identify the watts and therefore the length. Put these into the search by keyword. This should provide you with a range of options to choose from.
Spotlight Reflectors
This ever popular range of bulbs have a mirrored coating on the inside which reflects the light forward. These bulbs are widely used for general and display work. When choosing which Spotlight bulb you need there are a number of decisions you must make. However please use this guide in conjunction with the light fitting manufacturers instructions. As a rule we recommend that, when ever possible, you replace your light bulbs on a like-for like basis.
Cap or Fitting
Spotlight Reflectors are available in 3 different fittings:
Bayonet (often abbreviated to BC)
Screw (often abbreviated to ES)
Small Screw (often abbreviated to SES)
See bulb spec
Watts
The watts of a light bulb determine the brightness of the bulb. The higher the watts, the brighter the light. However the higher the watts the hotter the bulb will become. All light fittings will have a guide on the fitting advising you of the maximum watts you can use. Whilst you can use a lower watt bulb you must NEVER use a higher watts bulb. Spotlight Reflectors are available in a variety of watts, however the maximum number of watts is determined by the different size of Spotlight Reflectors. The larger the bulb the higher the watts available.
Size
The size of a Spotlight Reflector is determined by the diameter at the widest point of the bulb. This ranges from 39mm up to 125mm. This measurement has given these types of bulbs a trade name. A 39mm bulb is know as a R39, a 50mm model a R50 and so on. Most Spotlight Reflectors are designed to fit snug inside a fitting, often a downlighter which is recessed into the ceiling. On the correct size will do so measuring the bulb you have is imperative to determine which one you need.
Finish
Spotlight Reflectors are only available in one finish although ISHICO do sell a range of coloured versions.
See colour spec
As with most of the range of bulbs ISHICO offers a daylight finish Spotlight Reflector bulb. This gives a clear light which reduces the possibility of eye strain and is ideally suited where close up detailed work is being carried out In addition the ISHICO range also includes a range of infrared bulbs which look like regular Spotlight Reflectors. These have watts ranging up to 375 watts and are specifically designed to generate heat. These bulbs are used in catering to keep food warm as well as in farming to keep animals warm.
Life Expectancy
Spotlight Reflectors are generally designed to last up to 1000 hours although the Lyco range does include some which will last up to 3500 hours. .
How to Select the Correct Replacement Bulb
Look at the bulb you need to replace, identify the type of bulb, the cap or fitting, the watts (often marked on the bulb), the finish. Put these into the search by keyword. This should provide you with a range of options to choose from.
Low Energy Bulbs (also know as Compact Fluorescent bulbs)
Probably the single most important development that has occurred in the last 10 years has been the introduction of the low energy light bulb. This range of bulbs started life as shortened versions of fluorescent tubes but since then the range has broadened enormously to the point where almost all bulbs can be replaced with something low energy. Low energy bulbs generally use around 20% of the power of regular bulbs whilst producing similar light output. However the added benefit is that they can last up to 10 times longer!
Cap or Fitting
Low Energy bulbs come with a variety of fittings including:
Bayonet (often abbreviated to BC)
Screw (often abbreviated to ES)
Small Bayonet (often abbreviated to SES)
2 or 4 pins
See bulb spec
Watts
The watts of a light bulb determine the brightness of the bulb. The higher the watts, the brighter the light. However the higher the watts the hotter the bulb will become. All light fittings will have a guide on the fitting advising you of the maximum watts you can use. Whilst you can use a lower watt bulb you must NEVER use a higher watts bulb Low energy bulbs are unique in that, in most cases, you can choose one with far less watts than the standard bulb you are replacing it with and it will still give you the same, if not better light output. The only time this does not apply is Pin fitting low energy bulbs. Here you MUST replace light
Size
Most Regular bulbs come in one size (see diagram). However where the wattage is higher than 100 watts the glass area needs to be increased to cope with the increased heat generated from higher watts.
Finish
The finish of a bulb will determine the type of light it will produce. A clear bulb will sparkle and give the brightest light possible. An opal or frosted finish will give a more diffused and subdued light.
See colour spec
In addition to ISHICO offers you a number of variations of finish. A daylight finish to the bulb allows it to give out a unique, clear light which reduces the possibility of eye strain and is ideally suited where close up detailed work is being carried out
Mirror Top bulbs, sometimes called Crown Silver bulbs have a mirrored coating at the top. This forces the light to reflect towards the back of the bulb. These bulbs are often used in displays.
Our range of Colour bulbs offers another variation on the Regular bulb finish. The ISHICO range is extensive and offers a range of solid, pastel and translucent colours to suit every application ISHICO now offers a Shatterproof version of its regular bulb. The glass of the bulb is coated with a plastic film which protects the bulb. This type of bulb is often used in the catering industry where health & safety is at a premium. One unusual version of the regular bulb is the Fireflame bulb which is used in to light coal-effect fires.
A variation in shape of the Regular bulb can be found in the Mushroom bulb. This bulb, so called because of its flat topped mushroom shape, is made with a unique Krypton gas which increases the light output
Life Expectancy
Regular bulbs are available in a huge variety of different life expectancies, these are measured in hours. Whilst it’s true that the longer the life expectancy the higher the price, this must be compared to the time it takes to change a light bulb. On many occasions the time taken to change the bulb costs more than the bulb itself. Every bulb in the Lyco range is shown with its life expectancy ranging from 1000 hours up to 16,000 hours. This is only a guide and is not a guarantee. The life expectancy of a bulb can be reduced for many reasons including the wiring of the building, the type of light fitting, the position of the bulb itself, to name but a few.
How to Select the Correct Replacement Bulb
Look at the bulb you need to replace, identify the type of bulb, the cap or fitting, the watts (often marked on the bulb), the finish. Put these into the search by keyword. This should provide you with a range of options to choose from.
Bulb Specification
Bayonet (often abbreviated to BC)
Screw (often abbreviated to ES)
Giant Screw (often abbreviated to GES)
Small Screw (often abbreviated to SES)
Small Bayonet (often abbreviated to SBC)
2 Pin Low Energy
4 Pin Low Energy
Clear and Opal Finish Regular Bulbs
Pygmy Bulb Colour Variations
Spotlight Reflector Colour Variations
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