A large spherical globe lamp used as a visible decorative light source in spacious fixtures and interiors.
G means globe. G40 has a nominal diameter of 40 eighths of an inch, or approximately 5 inches.
Large vanities, statement pendants, restaurants, hotels, retail displays, decorative strings and exposed architectural fixtures.
G40 lamps are available as LED and incandescent products in clear, frosted, tinted and decorative-filament styles.
Technologies represented in this library: LED, Incandescent.
Available base types: E26, E27, B22.
| Technology | Common wattage range | Typical lumen range | Common colour temperatures | Common voltage options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LED | 4–15 W | 300–1500 lm | 1800K, 2200K, 2700K, 3000K, 4000K, 5000K | 120V; 220–240V |
| INCANDESCENT | 25–100 W | 180–1300 lm | Approximately 2500K–2700K | 120V; 220–240V |
These are representative market ranges, not guaranteed limits. Availability varies by manufacturer, voltage, base, beam, region and product generation.
Measure globe diameter and total length, then verify base, voltage, colour appearance, dimming and environmental rating.
G40 is much larger than G25 and G16.5. A matching medium base does not guarantee clearance inside the fixture.
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.
Measure globe diameter and total length, then verify base, voltage, colour appearance, dimming and environmental rating.
G40 is much larger than G25 and G16.5. A matching medium base does not guarantee clearance inside the fixture.
These are common market ranges. Exact specifications vary by manufacturer and product
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