Lamp Fitting Chart

Types of lamp fittings.
Lamp fitting chart. 1 888 455 2800 fax 1 508 363 2900. The cap or base provides an electrical connection to the lamp and ensures the lamp is held in the correct position. Below we have listed the most popular fittings. It is essential to know the cap type to identify the lamp.
The wire fitting simply clips directly onto the light bulb. With a 17 base our shade diameter should be between 11 and 13 5. This lamp is a little under 65 at 10. If you can not find the type you are looking for or have any further questions please.
Lamp base measurement and lamp shade measurement. Clip on fittings are generally recommended with low wattage bulbs. Most lamps will accomodate a different style or size lampshade than what was on it when you purchased or acquired it. A different size harp or the addition of a screw on extender to the harp can help make your new shade fit even better.
Find the light bulb base type you re looking for with this visual chart detailed illustrations of general bases fluorescent bases and specialty halogen base types. We have a 17 base length so the 16 shade fits in the 15 19 range. Clip on fittings are found on small accent lamps and chandeliers.