A large directional reflector format widely used for floodlighting, security and high-output accent lighting.
PAR38 is nominally 38 eighths of an inch, or 4¾ inches, in diameter.
Security floods, landscape lighting, façades, high ceilings, stages, warehouses and retail accents.
PAR38 lamps are produced in LED, halogen and incandescent forms with spot and flood beams and varying weather ratings.
Technologies represented in this library: LED, Incandescent, Halogen.
Available base types: E26, E27.
| Technology | Common wattage range | Typical lumen range | Common colour temperatures | Common voltage options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LED | 12–30 W | 900–3000 lm | 2200K, 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 5000K, 6500K | 12V; 120V; 220–240V |
| INCANDESCENT | 75–150 W | 900–2000 lm | Approximately 2700K | 120V; 220–240V |
| HALOGEN | 45–120 W | 700–1800 lm | Approximately 2800K–3000K | 12V; 120V; 220–240V |
These are representative market ranges, not guaranteed limits. Availability varies by manufacturer, voltage, base, beam, region and product generation.
Match base and voltage, then choose beam angle for the mounting distance and confirm sensor, dimmer and wet-location compatibility.
Outdoor exposure requires both a suitable lamp and a suitable fixture. A PAR38 shape alone does not mean the lamp is wet-location rated.
Important: The library describes a lamp format, not a particular product. A shared shape does not guarantee matching voltage, base, dimensions, light distribution or control-gear requirements. Confirm the fixture label and product datasheet, or ask a Bulb World lighting specialist.
Match base and voltage, then choose beam angle for the mounting distance and confirm sensor, dimmer and wet-location compatibility.
Outdoor exposure requires both a suitable lamp and a suitable fixture. A PAR38 shape alone does not mean the lamp is wet-location rated.
These are common market ranges. Exact specifications vary by manufacturer and product
Send us a photo, the markings on your existing bulb, or your fixture details. Our team will help you identify a suitable replacement.
