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Incandescent to LED Conversion Chart
Nov 02, 2026 Megan

Led Wattage Equivalent Chart

The classic incandescent bulb — the one Edison would recognize — wastes about 90% of its energy as heat. Only a sliver actually becomes light. Switching to ...

The classic incandescent bulb — the one Edison would recognize — wastes about 90% of its energy as heat. Only a sliver actually becomes light. Switching to LED gives you the same brightness at roughly 85% less energy. The chart below matches every common incandescent wattage to its LED equivalent, so you know exactly what to buy.

Source: VOLT® Lighting

Incandescent to LED Conversion Chart
Incandescent to LED Conversion Chart

What Is Led Wattage Equivalent

Find your Metal Halide wattage on the left. The LED column shows the recommended replacement wattage. Lumen values shown are for new MH lamps — in practice, your fixture is likely producing 30–40% less after 6–12 months of use.

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Lumens are the new unit of measurement for brightness in light bulbs. Consult our chart for equivalent watt vs. lumen output & find your LED bulbs here.

Led Light Bulbs Equivalent Wattage Chart

Choosing a new light bulb used to be simple. You would walk into a store, look for a 60-watt bulb, and know exactly what you were getting. However, with the shift from traditional incandescent bulbs to highly efficient LEDs, that old way of thinking no longer works. The term "watts" doesn't tell the whole story about a modern light's performance. If you’ve found yourself confused by the packaging on new LED bulbs, you're not alone. The key to making the right choice lies in understanding a different unit of measurement: lumens. This guide will clarify the difference between lumens and watts, explain why lumens are the new standard for brightness, and help you choose the perfect LED light for any space. What Are Watts? A Measure of Energy Use For decades,

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