What does GU24 stand for?

A GU24 lamp fitting is a bi-pin connector for compact fluorescent lamps (CFL) or LED lamps that uses a bayonet mount–like twist-lock bi-pin connector instead of the Edison screw fitting used on many CFLs, LED lamps and incandescent light bulbs.

Are all GU24 bases the same?

You may have heard of the GU24 bulb and wondered what they are. Available in both CFL and LED, these bulbs have a different base than the standard screw base bulbs.

Is A19 the same as GU24?

This A19 Shape LED GU24 bulb provides 800 Lumens while only using 9.5 watt of power making this an ideal replacement for you incandescent 60 Watt A19 or compact fluorescent 13W CFL spiral bulbs.

Are GU24 bulbs good?

GU24 base bulbs use less energy and last longer than their screw-in alternatives, which helps you save money on energy and maintenance costs. Most GU24 bulbs are Energy Star certified or Title 24 compliant.

How do I determine light bulb base type?

To know the base of a light bulb, identify if it is a screw type that has threads around the base, or a pin type that has 2 points of contact on the base. After that, measure the diameter of the screw base, or the distance between the two pins, in millimeters.

What is the advantage of GU24 bulb?

GU24 base bulbs are self ballasted i.e. the ballast portion of the bulb is already attached to the bulb and is easy to replace. These bulbs are not wattage dependent so you can easily change the wattage of the bulb, unlike pin base bulbs which require the socket to be changed for different wattages of bulbs.

What is a G24 bulb?

A G24 lamp is a Light with a G24 lamp base. G24 Bulbs are typically compact smd led bulbs and can directly replace for fluorescent lamps. There are two types of G24 lamp, G24d and G24q.

Are CFL bulbs discontinued?

There are still manufacturers producing CFLs, and there are still plenty of options for sale on our website. However, you will likely see a gradual phase out of CFL products.