G80 LED Bulbs

G80 LED bulbs: the 80 mm globe with E27 base

The G80 E27 LED filament bulb is the way into the decorative globe format. In bulb naming, the G means globe and the 80 the bulb diameter in millimetres: an 80 mm sphere designed to be seen, not hidden behind a shade. It is the globe that fits where a G95 or a G125 would be too big, which is why it has become the favourite balance between visual presence and restraint.

What a G80 bulb is and what size it has

The bulb is a perfect sphere of 80 mm across with an E27 base, the large 27 mm thread you will find on most pendants and flush mounts. It stands around 115-120 mm tall and sits well in fabric cable lampholders. The most sought after version is the LED filament: clear or lightly smoked glass with visible filaments that reproduce the look of the early twentieth century bulb. That finish comes with a trade off worth knowing: the filament delivers fewer lumens than an opal LED of the same wattage, in the order of 300-800 lm against 800-1100 lm. You choose it for its looks and its warmth, not to light a whole room.

Where the G80 globe bulb is used

The G80 shines when it hangs bare and on show. Its most frequent locations are:

• Pendant lights over the dining table, the kitchen island or a bar counter.
• Flush mounts and open ceiling fittings, with no diffuser covering the filament.
• Hospitality: cafes, bars, restaurants and hotels with an industrial or vintage feel.
• Bedrooms and living rooms, hung at different heights to create a play of warm light.
• Hallways and stairwells, where a single decorative piece resolves the light point.

How to choose your G80: wattage, colour temperature, dimming and finish

On wattage, do not look at it through the eyes of a conventional bulb. A 7-9 W LED is equivalent to a 60 W incandescent and a 4-5 W one to a 40 W, but with decorative filament the usual approach is to stay in the lower range and add several light points. If you need strong general lighting, pair the G80 with another source and let the globe provide the atmosphere.

Colour temperature is the decision that changes the result most. The 2200 K vintage amber is the tone that best suits a visible filament and the one most hospitality projects are after; 2700-3000 K warm white is more versatile at home; 4000 K neutral only makes sense if you put function ahead of looks. Choose a dimmable version too if the fitting has a dimmer, because turning a filament down is exactly what creates that characteristic ember effect. And weigh up the glass finish: clear for maximum sharpness of the filament, smoked for a softer tone with less glare at eye level. Whatever you choose, you gain between 15,000 and 25,000 hours of service life compared with the 1,000-2,000 of an incandescent.

Give your pendant lights real character with G80 E27 LED filament bulbs from FactorLED: vintage amber, warm white, clear or smoked glass and dimmable options. Choose your model and build the atmosphere you have in mind.

Frequently asked questions about G80 LED bulbs

What does G80 mean on a bulb?

The G indicates a globe shape and the 80 the bulb diameter in millimetres. It is a decorative spherical bulb of 80 mm.

What is the difference between a G80 and a G95?

Only the bulb diameter: 80 mm against 95 mm. The G80 is more restrained and fits where the 95 mm globe is simply too big.

Does an LED filament bulb give less light?

Yes. An LED filament delivers between 300 and 800 lm, while an opal LED of similar wattage reaches 800-1100 lm. Its value is decorative.

Which colour temperature should I choose for a G80 filament?

The 2200 K vintage amber is the most faithful to the retro effect. If you prefer something more neutral for everyday use, go for 2700-3000 K.