Decoding Lumens: What Is 11W Led Equivalent To In Brightness?

The 11-watt LED light bulb, equivalent to a 75-watt traditional incandescent bulb, is designed with an ECO 2-pin B22 bayonet base. This energy-efficient bulb emits a brightness of 1055 lumens, providing the same level of illumination as a conventional 75-watt bulb. It radiates a soft, warm white light at 3000 Kelvin, creating a cozy ambiance. Additionally, this LED bulb operates at a low temperature, making it a safer and more efficient lighting option. It boasts an impressive lifespan of 15,000 hours, ensuring long-lasting performance and reducing the need for frequent replacements.

When it comes to understanding the equivalence of a 60-watt incandescent light bulb in terms of LED lighting, it’s essential to consider lumens. A typical 60-watt incandescent bulb emits approximately 800 lumens of brightness. Therefore, if you want to replace a 60-watt incandescent bulb with an LED bulb that provides the same level of illumination, you should look for an LED bulb with a lumen rating of 800 lumens. In practice, this often means you can replace a 60-watt incandescent bulb with a much lower wattage LED bulb, typically around 10 watts, while still achieving the same brightness. This information is particularly useful for those seeking energy-efficient lighting options. Please note that this clarification was made on October 25, 2016.

What does “11W in old wattage” mean when comparing different types of light bulbs? To clarify, let’s explore a comparison of wattage and brightness for various types of bulbs. In the past, incandescent bulbs were commonly used, and their wattage was directly associated with their brightness. For instance, a 40W incandescent bulb typically emitted around 460 lumens of light. In the transition to more energy-efficient lighting options, such as halogen and LED bulbs, it’s important to understand their equivalent wattages to achieve similar levels of brightness. A 28W halogen bulb is roughly equivalent to the light output of a 40W incandescent bulb, while an LED bulb only requires 6W to produce the same brightness. Similarly, a 60W incandescent bulb (around 830 lumens) can be replaced with a 45W halogen or an 11W LED bulb. As you move up in brightness, a 75W incandescent bulb (about 1100 lumens) can be matched with a 56W halogen or a 15W LED bulb. For even higher brightness, a 100W incandescent bulb (around 1800 lumens) is roughly equivalent to a 80W halogen or a 24W LED bulb. This comparison helps consumers make informed choices when transitioning to more energy-efficient lighting options while maintaining desired levels of brightness.

LED equivalents to halogen light bulbs

Halogen Light Bulb Wattage	LED Equivalent Wattage
75 Watt	11 Watt
60 Watt	8 Watt
50 Watt	6 Watt
30 Watt	4 Watt

Wattage to Brightness Comparison

Incandescent Bulb Wattage	Equivalent Halogen Bulb Wattage	Equivalent LED Bulb Wattage
40 W (~460 lm)	28 W	6 W
60 W (~830 lm)	45 W	11 W
75 W (~1100 lm)	56 W	15 W
100 W (~1800 lm)	80 W	24 W

Equivalent Wattages and Light Output of Incandescent, CFL, and LED Bulbs

Light Output	LEDs	Incandescents
450	4-5	40
750-900	6-8	60
1100-1300	9-13	75-100
1600-1800	16-20	100