GE 12980 Globe Bulb 40 Watts Clear Medium Base

The GE 12980 is a 40-watt clear incandescent globe bulb in the G25 shape, designed for decorative applications where the bulb itself is visible. Its clear glass construction allows the internal filament to be seen, producing a sparkling visual effect that is desirable in bathroom vanity bars, open pendant fixtures, chandeliers, and sconces. With a standard medium (E26) base, it fits directly into the most common household sockets without any adapters or modifications.

This bulb outputs 410 lumens at a color temperature of 2500K, placing it on the warmer end of the soft white spectrum with a subtle amber character that enhances relaxed, ambient settings. As a traditional incandescent, it provides instant full brightness with no warm-up time and offers smooth, flicker-free dimming on standard dimmer switches. The trade-off is efficiency and longevity — at 40 watts for 410 lumens, it consumes considerably more power than an LED globe producing the same light output, and its expected lifespan is a fraction of what LED alternatives offer. It remains a solid choice for buyers who specifically want the look and light quality of a clear incandescent globe.