What does PAR mean on flood lights?

parabolic aluminized reflector
PAR stands for “parabolic aluminized reflector.” These bulbs have a lamp, reflector, and pressed lens inside the lamp to provide directional lighting. They have a shorter body than BR light bulbs with a bowl shape.

Are all flood lights the same size?

Secondly are your flood lamps. These come in three main sizes for most homes, PAR20, PAR30, and PAR38.

What does PAR mean in lights?

This is the type of lighting used in theater, and it is also sometimes used to light exterior landscaping features. PAR stands for “parabolic aluminized reflector.” These bulbs have a lamp, reflector, and pressed lens inside the lamp to provide directional lighting.

What’s the difference between PAR20 and PAR30?

PAR20: 20 denotes, the exact measurement from brim to brim of LED lights, that is to say, 20/8 inch in diameter, approximately 64mm; PAR30 is standing for 30 denotes, 30/8 inch in length near to 95mm, PAR38. 38 denotes, 38/8 inch in length, is equal to 120mm.

What is PAR in LED light?

PAR stands for “parabolic aluminized reflector.” These bulbs have a lamp, reflector, and pressed lens inside the lamp to provide directional lighting. They have a shorter body than BR light bulbs with a bowl shape. PAR light bulbs have soft light, but with a more defined edge than BR bulbs.

What are the PAR sizes?

PAR-30 (PAR30) or 30 eighths of an inch in diameter or 3.75″ (95.25mm) Maximum Outer Diameter. PAR-36 (PAR36) is 36 eighths of an inch in diameter or 4.50″ (114.3mm) Maximum Outer Diameter. PAR-38 (PAR38) is 38 eighths of an inch in diameter or 4.75″ (120.65mm) Maximum Outer Diameter.

What is the difference between a PAR20 and PAR30 bulb?

These types of lights are commonly used in offices, retail stores, museum displays, restaurants, and outdoor lighting. Unlike smaller PAR16 and PAR20 bulbs, PAR30 LED bulbs provide a wider beam angle, making them perfect for both spot and flood lighting.