Sometimes used interchangeably, Reflector (R) or Bulged Reflector (BR) bulbs are internally lined with a reflective material that helps project the light out of the bulb to produce a wide beam angle. They also have a flat (R) or bulged (BR) surface made up of coloured, frosted, clear, or patterned glass or plastic that helps diffuse and distribute the light more evenly.

Facts of Light: You will typically find that LED reflector bulbs don’t have a reflective material lining them. This is because LEDs are highly directive and all of the light source can be aimed outward, rather than requiring a reflective surface to bounce off of.

Reflector and Bulged Reflector series light bulbs provide a very wide beam angle, making them ideal for use in a variety of both commercial and residential settings. They are most commonly used in: