We noted that the diameter of LED PAR20 bulbs and PAR16 lights is comparable. However, the PAR30 bulb is approximately two times larger. While the colour temperature choices, lumen outputs, and wattages of a PAR30, PAR20, and a PAR16 bulb might be relatively similar, the key distinction between them and a PAR 30 bulb is the beam spread and the bulb size. When deciding which fixture to utilise, this is crucial.
In addition to variations in illumination display and size, PAR30 bulbs come with two different types of bulb bases:
The type of base influences the type of light fixture your bulb will fit. However, whether you may utilise an open or enclosed fixture depends on the size of the bulb itself.
The majority of LED PAR30 bulbs have a standard E26 medium base, although depending on your fixture, this can be changed. For instance, you may swap out a BR30 light fixture with a G10 (bi-pin) socket type for a PAR30 GU10.
Because PAR30 lights are a little bit longer than MR16 bulbs, ensure sure it is an open fixture. Based on the manufacturer and the particular application, the base type will change.
Commonest Base Types
GU Series Edison Series
