Satco's model S3241 light bulb uses 8W of power, with a brightness of 40LM lumens. It fits a Candelabra (E12) base, with a clear finish. With typical use, it lasts about 1500 hours on average before requiring a replacement. The candelabra base incandescent lamp which has a incandescent filaments only convert about 10 percent of the energy used into visible light so it is necessary to use a material that can withstand extremely high temperatures.