E14 LED Bulb 3W — Warm or Cool White, White Glass, 30,000-Hour Lifespan
A 3W E14 LED bulb with white glass diffuser, available in warm white (2700–3000K) or cool white, rated at 30,000 hours. A longer-lasting alternative to standard 10,000-hour E14 bulbs, suited to bedrooms, table lamps, and wall lights where replacement access is inconvenient. Integrated LED — no bulb to buy. Voltage: 220–240V standard mains.
Technical specifications
| Light source | Integrated LED — fixed, non-replaceable |
| Base / Socket | E14 (small Edison screw) |
| Wattage | 3W |
| Luminous flux | 250–499 lm |
| Colour temperature | Warm white 2700–3000K / Cool white |
| Voltage | 220–240V (standard mains) |
| Material & finish | White glass diffuser |
| IP rating | IP20 — indoor use only |
| Rated lifespan | 30,000 hours |
| Certifications | CE, RoHS, CCC |
| Connection | E14 screw fitting — direct replacement |
E14 LED 30,000h — Three times the lifespan of a standard LED, installed once
Most E14 LED bulbs are rated at 10,000 hours. At 30,000 hours, this bulb lasts three times as long — approximately 20 years at four hours of daily use. The practical value of this is most apparent in fittings where bulb replacement is awkward: a wall light behind furniture, a ceiling fitting that requires a ladder, or a bedside lamp in a tight corner. Installing a 30,000-hour bulb means the fitting can be left undisturbed for years. The white glass diffuser produces a soft, even glow without visible hotspots — comfortable at close range in a bedroom or reading nook. Warm white (2700–3000K) is the natural choice for bedrooms and living areas; cool white suits kitchens, bathrooms, or task-focused spaces. The colour temperature is fixed at purchase. This bulb is not dimmable.
At 3W and 250–499 lm, this bulb is suited to ambient and accent use rather than primary task lighting. In a bedside lamp or a small wall light, the output is sufficient for evening reading and relaxed illumination. The E14 base makes it a direct replacement for any existing E14 bulb. For advice on choosing the right bulb for hard-to-reach fittings or long-term low-maintenance setups, see our interior lighting tips or browse the full LED bulbs collection.
Common questions
Why choose a 30,000-hour bulb over a standard 10,000-hour LED?
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The main reason is convenience. A 30,000-hour bulb installed at four hours per day will last approximately 20 years before needing replacement — compared to roughly 7 years for a 10,000-hour bulb. This matters most in fittings that are difficult to access: high ceilings, wall lights behind furniture, or enclosed fittings where replacement is time-consuming. The longer lifespan also means fewer purchases over time, which offsets any price difference at the point of sale.
Is 3W bright enough for a bedside lamp used for reading?
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For light reading in a dim room, yes — 250–499 lm at 2700–3000K produces a warm, comfortable glow at close range. For sustained reading or detailed work, you may find it insufficient as a sole light source. In that case, pair it with a dedicated reading lamp or choose a higher-lumen E14 bulb. The white glass diffuser softens the output further, which improves comfort but reduces perceived brightness slightly.
Does a longer-rated LED bulb produce the same light quality throughout its life?
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LED bulbs do dim slightly over time — this is called lumen depreciation. Industry standard is that a bulb is considered at end-of-life when its output drops to 70% of its original level (L70). A 30,000-hour rating means the bulb maintains at least 70% of its original output for that duration. In practice, the change is gradual and rarely noticeable in everyday use until the bulb is near the end of its rated life.
Is this bulb dimmable?
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No — this bulb is not dimmable. Connecting it to a dimmer switch may cause flickering, buzzing, or a shortened lifespan. If dimming is important for your bedroom or living room setup, please check our LED bulbs range for dimmable E14 options.
Can I use this bulb in a fitting that is hard to reach or rarely accessed?
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Yes — this is one of the strongest use cases for a 30,000-hour bulb. In a stairwell wall light, a ceiling fitting above a staircase, or any E14 fitting where access requires moving furniture or using a ladder, a longer-rated bulb significantly reduces the frequency of that inconvenience. Install it once and expect it to last the better part of two decades under normal use.
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