Candle Filament LED – 5.5W

The clear body in Votatec's 5.5W E12 candelabra filament range, and the only one that ships across the full 2700K to 6000K spread. Four exposed filaments behind clear glass, 360° output.

Measured output runs 613Lm to 662Lm depending on colour temperature, at 5.5W and CRI >80. Anti-shock E12 base. Dimmable on the Leviton and Lutron models listed below.

Glass lens, 2.5kV surge protection, IP20, cUL, 3-year warranty.

Are E12 and candelabra the same?

Yes. E12 is the technical name, candelabra is the trade name, and both describe the same 12mm Edison screw base this bulb uses. If your fixture takes a candelabra bulb, it takes this one. The "E" stands for Edison screw and the "12" is the base diameter in millimetres, which is why you'll also see it called a small or mini base. Canadian chandeliers, wall sconces, bathroom vanities and ceiling fan light kits almost all use it.

What's the difference between a filament LED and a regular LED bulb?

A filament LED puts its diodes on long, thin strips inside clear glass, so you see the light source instead of a plastic diffuser. That's the look. The practical difference is the beam: four filament strips throw light a full 360°, where a diffused LED candle typically pushes most of its output forward. In an open chandelier where the bulb is visible and light needs to go up as well as down, that matters.

How bright is it at each colour temperature?

Output isn't flat across the range, and the spec sheet publishes the tested figure for each one. At 5.5W this lamp measures 662Lm at 2700K, 613Lm at 3000K, 646Lm at 4000K, 651Lm at 5000K and 633Lm at 6000K. Warm 2700K is the brightest of the five. If you're matching an existing installation, order by the colour temperature, not by the nominal figure.

Where it won't work

Don't specify it for enclosed fixtures. It isn't rated for them, and trapped heat shortens LED life. It's an IP20 lamp, so it's dry-location only, which rules out unprotected exterior sconces and shower trims. Operating range is -20°C to 40°C. Check the Compatible Dimmers list before quoting a dimmed job, because a dimmer outside it can flicker or buzz.

For the per-CCT lumen table, dimensions and the 2.5kV surge rating, open the Spec sheet (PDF) in the Related documents panel, and grab the IES file if your designer needs photometric data. Send us your fixture count and the colour temperature you need, and we'll come back with a wholesale quote plus a check on which of the dimmers you already stock are on the compatible list.