In , manufacturers and retailers began phasing in bulbs that meet the standards required by the Energy Independence and Security Act EISA , passed by Congress in The law requires higher efficiency standards for basic light bulbs, but it doesn't apply to all specialty bulbs. Appliance bulbs are among those that are exempt. Before you head out to the hardware store to purchase replacement bulbs, we suggest you take a minute to check the appliance owner's manual to find out which bulb is recommended by the manufacturer.
If you no longer own the manual, you can likely find the manual online on the manufacturer's website by entering the model number of the appliance you own.
Search the blog. Learn about the differences and what will work best for each of your household appliances. Photo by: Shutterstock When the light in your oven or refrigerator goes out it can be tempting to use whatever light bulb you have on hand. See more in:. Real Estate Tips. Lifestyle Ideas and Tips. Also, as previously mentioned, make sure the bulb is suitable for the specific appliance where it will be used particularly for ovens and microwaves.
No, regular bulbs cannot be used in an oven. Due to the high levels of heat, you need to use appliance bulbs in an oven. Before installing a new bulb in an oven, make sure to check the bulb is specifically designed for use in ovens.
Yes but not recommended. However, the below freezing temperatures of a freezer may reduce the lifespan of the bulb. Many LED appliance bulbs are designed for use in freezers and can withstand below freezing temperatures. No, regular bulbs cannot be used in microwaves. You will need to purchase a bulb specifically designed for use in microwaves.
The good news is that you can use an LED bulb in many microwaves. This is because the light bulb is not situated in the main cavity of the microwave and is protected by a metallic mesh. So make sure to check that it is suitable before installing one. No, regular bulbs cannot be used in dryers. You will need to purchase a bulb specifically designed for use in dryers.
A regular bulb is not designed to withstand the vibrations and movement of a dryer so you will need a bulb which is vibration resistant. As long as the base has the correct fitting, you can use an appliance bulb in a lamp.
If you can only find an appliance bulb lying around the house then by all means use it, but other than thay, I would recommend sticking to a standard efficient LED bulb link to our guide on light bulbs for desk lamps. To wrap it up, the difference between a regular and appliance light bulb is that an appliance light bulb is heavy duty and designed to operate in extreme temperatures.
If you are looking to change the lights in any of your appliances, make sure that the bulbs are suited for the purpose before moving forward. Some sweets are best frosted while others are best served hot. Some bulbs are specifically made to withstand high temperatures up to Degrees Celsius, while others are designed to work best in colder settings.
Microwaves and ovens are used in our everyday life to heat and cook food. Microwaves and ovens are fitted with small and specialized incandescent light bulbs to provide the necessary small amount of light.
Over the years, they need to be replaced. While LEDs have proved to be an effective, sustainable and much-needed innovation, replacing oven bulbs with LED bulbs is not a good choice. Find our full collection of oven light bulbs here: Oven Rated Lamps.
LEDs age with heat and the more they heat, the faster they age. Just like hard drives fail after overheating, LED circuitry stops functioning reliably on exposure to heat and might even melt and release toxic fumes into the food.
The heat released by the bulb just contributes to the heating, which happens to be the primary use of ovens anyway. If you are looking to change your oven or microwave light, there are abundant options in incandescent light bulbs that we offer to choose from, ranging from shape to size to base to wattage.
Here are some of the most common types:. Cooker hoods are a great addition to kitchens, and sometimes, a requirement too. They act as an efficient tool to remove smoke, heat, and various smells while also acting as a light source onto the hob. Unlike microwaves and ovens, cooker hoods can most definitely be fitted with appliance rated LEDs, given that the hood is LED compatible.
Refrigerators are designed to maintain a cold environment. LEDs work the best in such cases, although the use of fluorescent and neon lights are also extensively seen, especially in walk-in refrigerators and the ones on display in stores and shops. While incandescent lights were widely use and do work, most of the refrigerators manufactured now come with LED lighting, and the older ones are being revamped by replacing tungsten lights with LED ones.
One other benefit of LED here is that you can decide whether you prefer to opt for a warm white light output or for an even more frosty look, a cool white. Midnight snacks can be difficult to grab without lights. Our selection of appliance bulbs is also designed to work in other appliances like sewing machines. To fully understand which light bulbs you need for your appliance, you can look at the markings on your current light bulb and look for the same type of bulb wattage, cap base and any special features or alternatively, look through the manual for the appliance in question if in any doubt.
Last of all, stocking up in advance can never hurt. If your appliances have lived a few years, stock up on the lights to avoid mishaps later or a half cooked potato at your next roast dinner.
Continue reading. All our lamps are branded and from quality manufacturers. We offer guarantees on all our products and if things aren't quite right - you can return your items to us quibble free within 14 days of receipt. Lighting can be complicated, but our friendly, experienced team makes it hassle-free.
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