FAQ
PAR38 Outdoor Flood Light Bulbs FAQs
Are PAR38 bulbs safe to use outdoors?
Yes — PAR38 bulbs rated for wet or damp locations are safe for outdoor use. Feit Electric PAR38 LED bulbs with a wet-location rating can be installed in exposed outdoor fixtures including security floodlights, landscape spotlights, and covered porch fixtures. Always confirm the fixture's location rating matches the bulb before installing.
What's the difference between a PAR38 flood and a PAR38 spot?
PAR38 flood bulbs have a wide beam angle — typically 40° or more — that spreads light broadly across large outdoor areas, ideal for security lighting. PAR38 spot bulbs have a narrower beam angle of 25° or less, focusing light on a specific target like a tree, wall, or architectural feature.
What LED PAR38 replaces a 90W halogen?
A PAR38 LED in the 13–15 watt range delivers equivalent brightness to a 90W halogen PAR38, producing 900–1050 lumens at up to 85% less energy. Feit Electric PAR38 LEDs are rated 15,000+ hours — outlasting halogen replacements many times over.
Can PAR38 bulbs be used with a dimmer switch?
Yes — dimmable PAR38 LED bulbs work with LED-compatible dimmer switches. Feit Electric dimmable PAR38 LEDs support smooth dimming without flickering when paired with a properly rated LED dimmer. Not all PAR38 bulbs are dimmable — check the product label before purchasing.
What base does a PAR38 bulb use?
PAR38 bulbs use a standard E26 medium screw base — the same base found on most household A19 bulbs. This makes them easy to install in any standard E26 outdoor flood fixture or recessed housing designed for PAR38 bulbs, with no adapters required.