LED lightbulb types

Rmack · 01-17-2014, 07:28 PM

Who would have the correct LED lightbulbs to replace the standard ones in my Mini Lite? I couldn't find anything that looked right at a Lowe's.

Online links, maybe?

HONDAMAN174 · 01-17-2014, 08:20 PM

Do you know what part number they are? Or maybe a pic?

I already have a notion that it's a 921 bulb and this is the led I used in mine:

http://bit.ly/1d9hpiC

I also used these in my storage areas and bathroom for more light:

http://bit.ly/1cDaXKB

GlacierGus · 01-17-2014, 08:26 PM

My 2013 Mini Lite 2109S used 921 wedge bulbs. I have replaced them with LEDs. You don't find these LEDs in big box stores. Go to Camping World or superbrightleds.com or Google RV LEDs. The LEDs are definitely an improvement.

Rmack · 01-17-2014, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by GlacierGus

My 2013 Mini Lite 2109S used 921 wedge bulbs. I have replaced them with LEDs. You don't find these LEDs in big box stores. Go to Camping World or superbrightleds.com or Google RV LEDs. The LEDs are definitely an improvement.

I'm pretty sure my '13 Mini Lite 2104 would use the same stock bulbs. I was just being lazy, hoping someone had a link to the replacements, as I found out you are right; they don't have them in big box stores.

sherdep · 01-17-2014, 10:55 PM

I replaced some of my 921 bulbs with diffrent kinds of LED's (experimental) off of eBay to figure out what I was looking for
I would look at the Lumens the LED's put out that you are buying and compare them to the 921 bulb which puts out about 230 if I remember correctly
The 921 is a warm white - I found I like the cool white due to its brighter and crisper white
keep in mind the higher the kelvin number the whiter and or brighter the light is going to be.

Rmack · 01-19-2014, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by sherdep

I replaced some of my 921 bulbs with diffrent kinds of LED's (experimental) off of eBay to figure out what I was looking for
I would look at the Lumens the LED's put out that you are buying and compare them to the 921 bulb which puts out about 230 if I remember correctly
The 921 is a warm white - I found I like the cool white due to its brighter and crisper white
keep in mind the higher the kelvin number the whiter and or brighter the light is going to be.

'kelvin number'? Will that be on the bulb's package? How about on it's stats online?

sherdep · 01-19-2014, 10:14 PM

I am not sure if it would be on the package - depends on the manufacture - if you get them from eBay like I did they will most likely be stated as follows:
warm white
Soft white
Bright white

Here is a link to some of the kelvin values http://www.3drender.com/glossary/colortemp.htm

If I can help further don't hesitate to ask

Just thought of something that can give you better perspective - Home Depot has a display by there bulbs that shows the difference between warm (2500k) cool (3500 to 4500k) and bright white (6,000 and higher k)

GlacierGus · 01-20-2014, 01:42 PM

In my "double pancake" lights I actually have one "cool" LED for the brightness and one "warm" LED for the softness. I found that all "cool" LEDs was too harsh and bright and all "warm" LEDs was not bright enough.
So have fun experimenting and finding what works for you.

Camping World is having a sale (always) on 6 "daylight white" wedge bulbs for $70.00. You can find cheaper bulbs on Ebay but I always wonder about the quality.

Rmack · 01-20-2014, 04:23 PM

Thanks, everyone.

kz08h5 · 01-20-2014, 06:06 PM

I wouldn't worry about the quality of the LEDs made in China that are sold on ebay or other internet sites. I have bought several (8 plus) different types and light colors (kelvin) and have had no problems. Mine have been installed and used for 3 camping seasons. What you will find is that most of these LED lights are made in China to start with. While it does take a little longer to get them shipped from Asia the price difference is enough to justify the wait.

Rmack · 01-20-2014, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by GlacierGus

In my "double pancake" lights I actually have one "cool" LED for the brightness and one "warm" LED for the softness. I found that all "cool" LEDs was too harsh and bright and all "warm" LEDs was not bright enough.
So have fun experimenting and finding what works for you.

Camping World is having a sale (always) on 6 "daylight white" wedge bulbs for $70.00. You can find cheaper bulbs on Ebay but I always wonder about the quality.

I bought that today.

Looking at them now, they say 'directional'. Should I have got the ones that curve?

I have what I suspect are standard RV light fixtures; a double slot with two removable plastic lenses on opposite sides of one another. takes the slot bulbs. Is the light going to disperse properly with all the LED's facing the same way?

BigBaron · 01-20-2014, 10:35 PM

The regular bulbs put out 288 lumens. You need an LED with eighteen 5050 LEDs to equal that.

2012WhiteSolera · 01-20-2014, 11:01 PM

They make a directional bulb with 18 5050 SMD's. They look like this SENCART G4 4W 210lm 3000K 18-SMD 5050 LED Warm White Car Tail Light (12~16V) - Free Shipping - DealExtreme However, this configuration is relatively new to the market so the price is still high. You need to look for it with the right base. Saw this same bulb for about $2.80 somewhere, just can't recall right now. Oh, by the way they are all made in China, you just have to sort out the individual mfg. for quality.

BigBaron · 01-21-2014, 12:46 AM

I get mine at Amazon. LED Wholesalers is one company that is really good.

2012WhiteSolera · 01-21-2014, 09:17 AM

Hey Big Baron, I have looked for a reliable reference to get the lumen equivalent output to the halogen in LED comparible output. Have you found something regarding that to share with us here, just wondering. Thanks

BigBaron · 01-21-2014, 09:56 AM

Halogen? I thought this was about a standard T10 wedge base 921 incandescent bulb. I got ask my lumen counts from months of searching, buying and trying different LEDs. I have a big Ziploc bag full of one's I didn't like... The ones above, installed with aluminum foil tape behind them, give a very bright, non-directional light.

This is a pic taken during the middle of the day.

And how I did the tape.

2012WhiteSolera · 01-21-2014, 09:34 PM

Ok, thanks. Yea they had halogens in mine until I changed em out. Just was looking for a lumen equivalent if it exists.

Snowman9000 · 01-21-2014, 10:08 PM

I highly recommend this ebay seller from China. His bulbs are good and he stands behind them if any are DOA. Many RV.net people like him, and I've bought several purchases from him. Just be ready to wait 2-3 weeks for delivery. Most people prefer the warm white color.

Reading light Car light, High power LED items in duan-led2010 store on eBay!

2012WhiteSolera · 01-27-2014, 07:33 PM

Here is a link for a cheaper price on g4 base disc style directional lights, they should equal the output of the 20w halogens with approx. the same lumen output. GCD 319 G4 5W 350lm 15-SMD 5630 LED Warm White Light Car Lamp (AC 12V) - Free Shipping - DealExtreme

Rmack · 02-02-2014, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by BigBaron

Halogen? I thought this was about a standard T10 wedge base 921 incandescent bulb. I got ask my lumen counts from months of searching, buying and trying different LEDs. I have a big Ziploc bag full of one's I didn't like... The ones above, installed with aluminum foil tape behind them, give a very bright, non-directional light.

This is a pic taken during the middle of the day.

And how I did the tape.

Question; are there LEDs aimed at the back of the fixture? Or, are they arrayed in a 180 degree arc?

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