Light Bulbs & Lamps

Common Questions about Light Bulbs and Lamps

What types of light bulbs are available?

Common types include LED for energy efficiency and long life, halogen for warm light and mid-life, fluorescent for linear tubes and compact units, HID for high-bay industrial lighting, and traditional incandescent which is mostly phased out. LED is now the workshop default for new installations and replacements across most general applications.

What is the difference between a light bulb and a lamp?

In trade terminology a lamp is the replaceable light source — the bulb — and a luminaire is the fitting that holds the lamp. In everyday use light bulb and lamp are interchangeable terms. AIMS stocks lamps — the replaceable LED, halogen, fluorescent and HID light sources — not complete luminaires or fittings.

How do I choose the right light bulb wattage?

Modern LED equivalents to old incandescent bulbs are listed by both LED wattage and equivalent traditional wattage. Compare the lumen rating for actual light output — higher lumens equals brighter. Match the colour temperature, warm white to daylight, to the application. Workshop and inspection work suit cool white or daylight.

What fitting does my light bulb need?

Common fittings include bayonet B22 and B15, Edison screw E27 and E14, pin base G4, G9 and MR16, and linear fluorescent G13 for T8 tubes. The fitting type must match the existing luminaire. If you are unsure, take the old bulb in to compare. AIMS stocks the common workshop and industrial fittings.

Are LED bulbs always better than halogen or fluorescent?

For most workshop and general lighting, yes — LEDs use less energy, last longer, and do not degrade in cold environments. Halogens still suit specific colour-rendering work. Fluorescents are gradually being replaced even in commercial high-bay. Check fitting compatibility before retrofitting older luminaires — some need a driver change for LED.

Industrial Light Bulb + Lamp Selection — Quick Reference

Workshop + warehouse + industrial lighting requires reliable replacement bulb supply. Selection turns on fitting type (E27/B22/G13 etc), technology (LED/halogen/HID), and intended fixture (work lamp / high bay / inspection).

LED upgrade rule: Replace halogen + HID with LED for ~80% energy reduction + 5-10× life span. Match LED replacement to FITTING (base) + intended lumen output. Compliance: AS/NZS 60598 + IEC standards for workplace lighting. Workshop minimum 300-500 lux task lighting per AS 1680. Companion: facility supplies, safety equipment, electrical + electronic.

Light Bulbs & Lamps for Workshop and Industrial Use

Maintaining reliable lighting in workshops, warehouses, and industrial facilities requires a ready supply of replacement light bulbs and lamps. AIMS Industrial stocks replacement globes, work lamps, and specialty lighting products for maintenance teams, workshops, and facilities operations. Having replacement bulbs on hand avoids operational disruption when lamps fail and allows planned maintenance replacements on a schedule rather than reactively after a failure.

LED Replacement Globes

LED replacement globes have become the standard choice for workshop and industrial facility lighting upgrades. Compared to the fluorescent tubes and incandescent globes they replace, LED equivalents consume significantly less power, last far longer — typically 25,000 to 50,000 hours against 1,000 to 8,000 hours for older technology — and produce equivalent or superior light output. LED globes are available in standard bayonet (B22) and Edison screw (E27) bases to retrofit existing light fittings directly. Colour temperature selection affects the working environment: cooler white (5000–6500K) provides the bright, high-contrast light preferred in workshops and inspection areas, while warmer tones (2700–3000K) suit office and amenity areas.

Fluorescent Tubes and Starters

Fluorescent tube fittings remain common in older workshop and warehouse installations, and maintaining a stock of replacement tubes and starters prevents an unexpected lamp failure from putting a bay or workstation out of service. T8 and T5 fluorescent tubes are the most common industrial formats. Starters — the small cylindrical ignition components in older magnetic-ballast fittings — are a frequent cause of fluorescent lamp failure and are low-cost insurance to stock alongside spare tubes. When replacing tubes in an older fitting, always replace the starter at the same time to avoid premature tube failure from an ageing starter.

Work Lamps and Task Lighting

Portable work lamps bring task lighting to machine tools, inspection stations, and maintenance areas where the fixed overhead lighting is insufficient for the detail of the work being performed. Coast work lights provide focused illumination for close inspection and precision work. Magnetic-base lamps can be positioned quickly on machine tool structures and repositioned without requiring a stand or clamp. Flexible-neck lamps allow the light to be aimed precisely at the work area without tools. For maintenance engineers working inside enclosures, on machine tools, or in confined spaces, a portable work lamp is as important as the hand tools in the kit.

Specialty and Replacement Lamps

Some industrial lighting applications require specialty lamp types — halogen work light replacements, high-pressure sodium lamps for high-bay fittings in large warehouses, or small-format lamps for machine tool lighting and indicator panels. If you need a specialty lamp type not visible in the range, contact our team at AIMS Industrial with the fitting type, base, wattage, and any relevant reference numbers, and we can assist with sourcing.