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Lightbulbs are standardised? Say hello to B22 bayonet mount, used in the UK and large parts of the commonwealth. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayonet_mount#Lig
by robin_reala 5y ago
Lightbulbs are standardised? Say hello to B22 bayonet mount, used in the UK and large parts of the commonwealth. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayonet_mount#Light_bulbs https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayonet_mount#Light_bulbs
- citrin_ru 5y agoA British home often has a mix of different lamp sockets which include B22. But this is something a homeowner can replace, unlike wall socket where you bound by devices sold in the country.
- stordoff 5y agoThey're not even standardised within the UK, as a lot of newer installations seem to use Edison screws (both B27 and E14). I've encountered many houses that use a mix of ES and bayonet fittings (and GU10s) or exclusively use ES.
- OJFord 5y agoNewer use B27 sure, (only come across E14 in extractor hoods personally) but new today (and ~last 20 years?) tend to be GU10.
- tentacleuno 5y agoGU10's are commonly used in LED retrofits. There are also those recessed ceiling light modules you can buy. They're similar in size to your GU10 bracket but much bulkier, and the whole thing needs to be replaced when the light goes out. On the other hand, I hear they are much more reliable (due to better heat dissipation, presumably).
- Bayart 5y agoGod I hate those things. It used to be the standard in France, now we've moved to the screw type. Still, plenty of old sockets used that system. I'm always terrified on putting too much pressure and pop a light bulb in my hand.