A large parabolic-reflector format used for powerful spot, flood, stage, pool and architectural lighting applications.
PAR56 has a nominal diameter of 56 eighths of an inch, or 7 inches. Common versions use mogul end-prong GX16d contacts or application-specific terminals.
Stage and entertainment lighting, swimming pools where specifically certified, architectural floods, large display lighting and specialty equipment.
PAR56 lamps include incandescent and halogen sealed-beam products as well as LED retrofit modules with varied colours, beam patterns and control methods.
Technologies represented in this library: LED, Halogen, Incandescent.
Available base types: GX16d, Screw Terminal.
| Technology | Common wattage range | Typical lumen range | Common colour temperatures | Common voltage options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LED | 15–80 W | 1000–9000 lm | 2700K, 3000K, 4000K, 5000K, 6500K; RGB options | 12V; 24V; 120V; 220–240V |
| HALOGEN | 300–1000 W | 5000–25000 lm | Approximately 3000K–3200K | 120V; 220–240V |
| INCANDESCENT | 300–1000 W | 4000–20000 lm | Approximately 2800K–3200K | 120V; 220–240V |
These are representative market ranges, not guaranteed limits. Availability varies by manufacturer, voltage, base, beam, region and product generation.
Confirm base or terminal type, voltage, beam, physical depth, colour or control requirements and the exact environmental or pool certification required.
A PAR56 lamp is not automatically suitable for underwater or outdoor use. The complete lamp and fixture system must carry the required application rating.
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.
Confirm base or terminal type, voltage, beam, physical depth, colour or control requirements and the exact environmental or pool certification required.
A PAR56 lamp is not automatically suitable for underwater or outdoor use. The complete lamp and fixture system must carry the required application rating.
These are common market ranges. Exact specifications vary by manufacturer and product
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