Light bulbs and the aggravation from Swedish "creativity"

Cynic · Post by **Cynic** » Thu Jun 14, 2012 10:17 pm

So does anyone know anything about light bulbs? Are there multiple types of E17 sockets? As in intermediate, large, candelabra and others or does it only come in the single E17 intermediate size?

I'm curious because of a bedside clamp-based lamp we had purchased at IKEA a year ago. The bulb went out and it's an e17 reflector led. Suffice to say, this isn't available at most home improvement stores.

I can order it online but I'm looking for an exact replacement. But i was hoping for a bulb that doesn't generate heat. On amazon I see an E17 intermediate to E26 converter socket. I do have a spare E26 bulb lying around. It does fit the contours of the lampshade but obviously doesn't go into the socket.

I'm really a little out of my depth.

Josh_Kablack · Post by **Josh_Kablack** » Fri Jun 15, 2012 5:35 pm

I suspect the all purpose hardware store advice of "bring the doohickey along to the store and ask someone" is likely applicable.

But here's the relevant wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edison_screw#Types

Ancient History · Post by **Ancient History** » Fri Jun 15, 2012 5:39 pm

In lightbulb aisle, Edison screws you!

Maj · Post by **Maj** » Fri Jun 15, 2012 8:39 pm

Is this what you're looking for?

Short of having someone go to Ikea and buy you one there, you're probably better off with the adapter.

I found another light bulb (here) but it's ridiculously expensive.

Wait... There's always eBay

Cynic · Post by **Cynic** » Sat Jun 16, 2012 8:45 am

Yeah, I went for the adapter. It came out to be only 2$ cheaper but I just didn't want to go through the hassle of driving to IKEA (it is about 25 miles away -- plus I'm damned lazy) or spending an insane amt of money to get a light bulb.