Lamp Holders

Featuring the best lamp holders in Canada

While it may seem like an insignificant component, the right lamp holder can complete the look of a lighting fixture with style and grace. From metal to porcelain, not to mention an endless variety of styles and colours, there is no shortage of options to choose from. That’s why ArchiPro focuses on only the very best lamp holders on the market in Canada. It means you can see what the latest, most innovative products are, enabling you to choose from the best of the very best. They are an important part of a wider range of high quality lighting and lamp products available on ArchiPro.

Types of lamp holders

Halogen lamp holders

Halogen lamp holders are designed for use with corresponding lamps. As halogen bulbs rely on heating to produce light, they require higher operating temperatures and therefore need specific lamp holders.

Metal halide lamp holders

High-intensity discharge (HID) lamps rely on specialised gaseous mixtures to produce intense light that requires the use of durable materials for the lamp holders' construction.

Bayonet lamp holders

Bayonet lamp holders accommodate bayonet-base lamps, characterised by their ‘push and twist' action to install. One of the most common types in Canada.

Medium base lamp holders

Also known as Edison-base lamp holders, these models can accommodate a variety of screw-base bulb types.

Mogul base lamp holders

Mogul-base lamp holders are used for corresponding (E39) lamps. These models are commonly made of cast porcelain, suitable for use in street lighting and other high-wattage systems with higher operating temperatures.

Fluorescent lamp holders

Fluorescent lamp holders fit with fluorescent bulbs, from linear, bent and circline to compact bulbs with single-pin or two-pin.

Wedge-base lamp holders

Wedge-base lamp holders suit the smaller low-wattage bulbs, such as string lights. Their design enables quick and easy bulb replacement.

The advantages of high-quality lamp holders

In Canada, lamp holders are an essential part of your lighting set-up and will last for decades if well maintained. Choosing a high-quality lamp holder is crucial because it will have to accommodate not only the bulb but also withstand the heat produced by the bulb. The right lamp holder will also serve as an aesthetic feature for the lighting fixture and provide a nice small accent of style for the room too.

How to choose a lamp holder that’s right for you

When you are looking for lighting accessories, you have to make sure you are choosing the products that are right for you. There are so many materials, styles and colours options to choose from, it is important to get it right. Before you buy, consider what bulbs will be used in conjunction with the lamp holder. For obvious reasons, they need to be the right type for the bulbs you are using. The style also plays a big part in the final decision. While it is a small component, it is one that can catch the eye if you want it to. There are many different types of materials you can choose to achieve a particular look. A choice in colour is another easy way to do this.

What are lamp holders made of?

While lamp holders can be made of a lot of different materials, the most common materials are aluminium or porcelain.

Do you need to earth a lamp holder?

It is best practice to always earth any light, lamp, bulb holder or fitting with a conductive or metal exterior surface. This helps to significantly lower the risk of electrocution or serious injury.

What are the standard sizes for lamp holders?

In Canada, when it comes to lamp holders, the most common are E27 or ES or 'standard screw'. In these cases, the diameter of the light bulb cap is 27 mm.