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    Lamp Holders

    Lamp holders, also known as light sockets, are fixtures used in lighting installations. They hold a bulb whilst also providing an electrical connection to it. It is essentially a connection between the wire and the bulb. Some lamp holders also provide support for a pendant or lampshade. You can learn more in our lamp holders guide.

    Lampholder Applications

    • B15 / B22 (Bayonet) - Bayonet cap (BC) fittings use a two-prong holding mechanism and the code number determines the connection base diameter.
    • E14 / E27 / E40 (Edison Screw) - Edison screw fittings have a threaded connection, with the diameter determined by the base type code.
    • GU4 / GU5.3 / GU10 / GZ10 - Halogen and LED spotlight fittings are a low voltage type with a twist and lock connection.
    • G5 / G13 (Fluorescent tube) - Fluorescent and led strips feature a two-pin fitting at both ends.
    • R7s - Linear Halogen capsules for floodlights and up-lighters have a 7mm R7s cap at each end of a long quartz capsule.
    • G4 / GY6.35 / G9 - Miniature halogen capsule lamps commonly used in integrated fittings and appliances, such as cooker hoods and kitchen cabinet lights.

    Lamp holders are also designed for specific light bulb types, for example, LED, GLS or CFL. It is essential that you choose a lamp holder that is compatible with your bulb, and vice versa to ensure a safe installation.

    What are Lamp holders made from?

    Lamp holders are generally made from plastic, ceramic or metal. This includes brass, porcelain, PC and PBT. Different materials each have their own benefits however the most common reason for these material options is purely aesthetic or cost-based. 

    How are bulbs fitted to a lamp holder?

    Depending on the bulb and holder type, there are various methods. Most lamp holders fall under either screw-in, snap-fit or push-fit. Some lamp holders are also fitted with a switch to control the power to the bulb directly, rather than a remote switch that needs to be wired externally to the unit.

    Lamp holders play a vital role in providing secure connections and reliable electrical circuits for various lighting applications. When selecting lamp holders, several factors should be considered, including bulb compatibility, fixture design, voltage requirements, and environmental conditions. It is important to choose lamp holders that are specifically designed for the intended bulb type and meet safety standards for the desired application.

    51 Products showing for Lamp Holders

    BJB
    GLS, HID
    E27
    -
    Screw
    Porcelain
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    -
    46 mm
    44.5 mm
    -
    BJB
    Halogen
    -
    G4
    Screw
    Ceramic/PPS
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    Rear
    9 mm
    18.6 mm
    -
    BJB
    Fluorescent
    G13
    T8/T12
    -
    PC
    Snap-Fit
    2
    660 W
    -
    Bottom
    24.8 mm
    13 mm
    Push-Wire
    Eaton
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    BJB
    Halogen
    R7s
    R7
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    500 W
    -
    -
    137 mm
    42 mm
    -
    BJB
    -
    -
    -
    -
    PC
    Snap-Fit
    2
    660 W
    -
    Either Side
    33.4 mm
    12.3 mm
    Push-Wire
    BJB
    Halogen
    GU5.3
    -
    Clip
    Ceramic/Mica Plate
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    Rear
    22.2 mm
    19.3 mm
    -
    BJB
    Incandescent
    -
    T210
    Screw
    PET Plastic
    Push In, Screw, Snap-Fit
    2
    -
    -
    Bottom
    46 mm
    56 mm
    Push-Wire
    BJB
    Fluorescent
    R7s
    -
    Screw
    Ceramic/PPS
    Screw
    -
    150 W
    -
    -
    45 mm
    27 mm
    -
    BJB
    Fluorescent
    G13
    T8/T12
    -
    PC
    Snap-Fit
    2
    660 W
    -
    Bottom
    28.8 mm
    23.6 mm
    Push-Wire
    BJB
    Fluorescent
    G13
    T8/T12
    -
    PC
    Snap-Fit
    2
    660 W
    -
    Either Side
    33 mm
    19.3 mm
    Push-Wire
    BJB
    Fluorescent
    G13
    T8
    -
    PC
    Screw
    2
    660 W
    -
    Bottom
    16.5 mm
    29 mm
    Push-Wire
    BJB
    Fluorescent
    -
    T12
    -
    -
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    Bottom
    12.5 mm
    40 mm
    Push-Wire
    Orbitec
    Halogen
    -
    -
    Screw
    Aluminium
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    BJB
    Fluorescent
    G12
    G12
    -
    Ceramic/PPS
    Screw
    -
    150 W
    -
    -
    22.5 mm
    36.5 mm
    -
    BJB
    Fluorescent
    G5
    T5
    Screw
    PC
    Snap-Fit
    2
    120 W
    -
    Bottom
    25.3 mm
    22 mm
    Push-Wire
    BJB
    -
    -
    -
    -
    PC
    Snap-Fit
    2
    660 W
    -
    Either Side
    34 mm
    24.4 mm
    Push-Wire
    HPM
    Bayonet Based Lamp
    B22
    68 mm
    Ceiling, Wall
    Plastic
    Bayonet
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Orbitec
    Halogen, LED
    R7s
    78 mm
    Screw
    Steatite
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    Either Side
    102 mm
    42.5 mm
    -
    HPM
    Bayonet Based Lamp
    B22
    -
    Quick Fit
    Brass
    Bayonet
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
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