On Oct 29, 6:17*am, Gib Bogle wrote:
On 29/10/2010 2:12 p.m., Tabby wrote:

What's the diameter of the thread on the bulbs concerned? *7.5w
suggests candelabra base (12mm) lamps, often used to illuminate the
translucent base of table lamps in the US. *Give us an idea of the
overall shape and dimensions and the base dimensions. *If my guess is
right, then if you've any problems ordering from the USA, an E11 base
with a 230 volt 15 watt rating will probably fit OK and be available
here and give the same sort of illumination level. *Also last forever
at that sort of downrating.

It would be way too dim.

Right, he wants 230v 30w.

Any 230/240v filament bulb on 110v would be way way down on efficacy,
and be no use.


NT