The A15 bulb has a diameter of 1.875 inches (approximately 48 mm), measured in eighths of an inch, where the "15" in A15 indicates this dimension. It is smaller than the more common A19 bulb, which measures 2.375 inches (approximately 60 mm) in diameter. A15 bulbs are typically used in smaller fixtures such as appliances, ceiling fans, and decorative lighting. The overall length of an A15 bulb is approximately 3.39 inches, and it commonly features an E26 medium screw base for compatibility with standard sockets.

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A Guide to Light Bulb Sizes, Types, Shapes, and Codes.
The numbers of the bulb indicate ... indicates that the bulb is 19/8ths inches in size. Similarly, A15 bulbs are smaller than A19 bulbs, though both fit in the standard household light bulb base (E26)....

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A-series light bulb - Wikipedia
The A-series light bulb is the "classic" glass light bulb shape that has been the most commonly used type for general lighting service (GLS) applications since the early 20th century. It has … Wikipedia
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A-series light bulb - Wikipedia
December 3, 2025 - 110 mm (4+3⁄8 in) in length. Other sizes with a data sheet in IEC 60064 are A50, A55, A67, A68, A71, A75, and A80. Another common A-series light bulb type is the A15 bulb which is commonly used in the US for appliances and ceiling fans.
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Anyone know anything about light bulb sizes?
A15 means the size of the glass part. A15s are common for appliances and old fans. The 15 means the diameter in eighths of an inch (because that's convenient). A15 is 1-7/8". The common lamp bulb is A19 (2-3/8"). The base sizes for screw-in "Edison" are prefixed with E. E26 is a standard 'full size' light bulb, 26mm screw. The bulbs she bought probably have an E12 base and you need an E17. More on reddit.com
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lightbulb in this socket has no writing on it. what kind will fit it? when I type in a15 the base on the bulbs that come up look way too big.
It's an A15 bulb type likely with a E12 base. An extremely common all-purpose (A) bulb. https://www.gelighting.com/inform/guide-light-bulb-sizes-types-shapes-and-codes More on reddit.com
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A15/A19 lightbulbs
Yes. A15 is just a bit smaller in size/shape but the socket base (E26) is the same and will work. No adaptor required. More on reddit.com
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Seeking A15-Size Smart Bulbs
Your restrictions preclude you from achieving what you want. You cannot accomplish this without a smart switch or other means of tapping into the power to the lights. More on reddit.com
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What is an A19 bulb?

When picturing the shape of a light bulb, the A19 usually comes to mind. You may see it referred to as an upside-down pear-shaped bulb. Though A19 bulbs were originally designed for incandescent technology, you can now find a wide selection of LED versions that function at a much lower wattage. This means they consume much less power!

They often use a standard screw base, the E26 base. The E26 base, also known as the medium base, works in most residential applications. Less commonly, you may find A19 light bulbs that use an E12 candelabra or GU24 pin base. The candelabra base also works as a screw-type base but features a smaller diameter than the E26.

The number next to the ‘A’ refers to the diameter of the bulb in 1/8 of an inch so as that number increases, so does the size of the bulb.

  • This means an A19 bulb measures 19/8 or around 2.375 inches in diameter.
  • An A15 should measure around 15/8 or 1.875 inches.
  • An A21 measures around 2.625 inches around.

To learn more, check out our buying guide The Anatomy of the LED Light Bulb!

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Where can I use a Sylvania A19 bulb?

Use LEDVANCE Sylvania bulbs anywhere from commercial offices and restaurants to residential kitchens, living rooms, and bathroom spaces. You can use them in desk lamps, porch lights, wall sconces and most household lighting fixtures.

Want to replace that old 60W incandescent in your desk lamp? Why not try an 8.5 watt Sylvania A19 lamp?

Need a festive bulb for the holidays? Maybe you want a fun color to change up your fixtures? LEDVANCE Sylvania offers a colorful line of A19 LED bulbs, like this 8.5W green bulb, that are suitable for damp locations.

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Types of Light Bulbs | What You Need To Know
December 11, 2023 - A15 Light Bulb – An A15 light ... “A” stands for Arbitrary (or Classic) shape, and “15” indicates its diameter in eighths of an inch....
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A15 Medium Base Bulb - Clear & Colors | E26/ Medium Base Replacement
A15 Bulb (medium/E26 base)
A15 (15 watt) replacement bulbs are one of our most popular bulbs for commercial medium base string lights. Available in a variety of colors, these classic shape replacement bulbs always look great!CASES ship in 3-5 business days. TYPE: Incandescent A15 clear bulbs SIZE: 2” in diameter (3.5” high with base) with medium/E26 base MATERIAL: Glass WATTAGE: 15 watts each DIMMABLE: Yes (dimmers sold separately) AVERAGE LIFE: 5,000 hours Product Details: For indoor or outdoor use. Compatible with any of our medium/E26 base cords.
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Are A15 and A19 Bulbs Interchangeable ? – www.cymakled.ca
October 17, 2023 - Getting the answer to “Are A15 and A19 bulbs interchangeable” can be helpful in increasing the ambiance of any space. A15 and A19 bulbs can be interchangeable in some situations, mainly when they have the same base and wattage. However, you must be mindful of the differences in size and light ...
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Shop Sylvania Bulb: A15, A21, A19 Lamp | HomElectrical.com
The candelabra base also works ... bulb. This means an A19 bulb measures 19/8 or around 2.375 inches in diameter. An A15 should measure around 15/8 or 1.875 inches....
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Light Bulb Shapes & Sizes Guide | A19, BR30, PAR38 Explained | Super Bright LEDs
June 18, 2025 - This guide explains the different bulb groups, bulb codes, common applications, and the related light bulb size chart for each group.
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Spolico Low wattage A15 LED Light Bulb Replacement 15W 20W 25W E26 Base 120V 2W 150lm Soft White 2700K Non-Dimmable for Bathroom, Bedroom, Bedside Accent Lamps Pack of 4 - Amazon.com
Low wattage 2W 150lm dim light LED bulb will be an replacement for A15 15 watt to 25 watt incandescent bulb, standard E26 screw base, widely used in bathroom, bedroom for nightlight, bedside lamp, accent lamp table lamp mood lighting pendant ...
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A15 LED Bulbs | LED LIGHTING | SUNCO – Sunco Lighting
A15 LED Bulb, 800 Lumens
Compact LED for refrigerators or fans. Withstands temperature as low as 4°F.
Price   $1.99
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A-Type Light Bulbs - A15, A19, A21, A23 Bulbs | Norman Lamps
The most common is the A19, measuring 19/8 inches (approximately 2.375 inches) in diameter, which has become the standard household bulb size. Smaller A15 bulbs, at 15/8 inches in diameter, work perfectly in applications where space is limited, such as ceiling fan light kits, small table lamps, ...
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A15 LED Light Bulbs | LightBulbs.com
Of all the A-shaped bulbs, the A15 has the smallest diameter. Due to its smaller size, the A15 is often used in signs and decorative lighting.
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A15 vs. A19 bulbs in ceiling fan
November 2, 2020 - I've always had A15 60w incandescent bulbs in my ceiling fan light, which looks a lot like this except not LED (https://www.homedepot.com/p/Elite-3-Light-White-Ceiling-Fan-Shades-LED-Light-Kit-LK1906/311928467). The sockets take a medium E26 base.
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r/HomeImprovement on Reddit: Anyone know anything about light bulb sizes?
January 14, 2024 -

My mom has an old ceiling fan that we're trying to find replacement white bulbs for. She bought a couple of packs of bulbs and the base was too small. The pack says they are A15. Does the 15 mean 15mm diameter of the base? That's what I thought, but I measure 10mm and the pack is sealed. Either the 15 doesn't mean what I think it means or the bulbs were packaged wrong from the manufacturer. I took one bulb out of the fan and it actually measures 15mm diameter for the base. I'm lost on what bulb to order.

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A15 LED Light Bulb | Cedar & Moss | Fine Artisan Lighting
A15 LED Light Bulb
A long-lasting, bright, dimmable, warm white LED perfect for opal globes and enclosed designs.
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Sailstar A15 Ceiling Fan Light Bulbs, E12 Base, 6Watt (60-Watt Replacement), Soft White 2700K, Non-Dimmable, Candelabra Base LED Light Bulb, 6 Pack - Amazon.com
hansang 6 watt (60w Equivalent) LED Bulbs, E12 Small Base Candelabra Round Light Bulb, 600 Lumen, Warm White 2700K Ceiling Fan Light Bulbs, A15 LED Bulb Globe Shape, Non dimmable (6 Pack)
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A15 Lightbulbs - Replacement A15 Appliance Bulbs – BulbAmerica
Fortunately, BulbAmerica carries a large selection of replacement A15 bulbs to choose from so you'll never be left in the dark. More commonly referred to as appliance bulbs, A15 bulbs are similar in shape to a standard light bulb, but are smaller in size to fit perfectly into a refrigerator or oven.
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Super Bright LEDs
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Light Bulb Base Types: E26, E12, and Other Screw Bases Explained | Super Bright LEDs
June 12, 2025 - A-shaped bulbs: A15 · Small tube-shaped bulbs: T8, T6, T22 · Candle-flame-shaped bulbs: C7, C9, B10 · Small globe-shaped bulbs: G14, G16, G50 · Marquee and sign bulbs: S11 · Shop E14 Bases · E17 base bulbs are usually found in Asia and ...
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Explaining Light Bulb Codes, Shapes, and Sizes
December 2, 2019 - A15 bulb: 15/8 = 1-7/8″ diameter · A19 bulb: 19/8 = 2-3/8″ diameter · A21 bulb: 21/8 = 2-5/8″ diameter · A25 bulb: 25/8 = 3-1/8″ diameter · “G” means Globe Bulbs. They come in round shapes and many other various sizes.
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What is an A15 bulb base? - Quora
Answer: A15 refers to the bulb envelope. A is the pear shaped envelope and the number 15 refers to the diameter in 1/8th inch. The standard Edison screw base is referred to as an E26.