Your average standard lightbulb socket is around 3/4" wide. Mogul base lightbulbs are quite large, about twice the standard socket size.Mogul base bulbs are for regular Janes and Joes as well as powerful persons of distinction (like moguls) - anyone who needs light for open-topped torchieres.Tip: In a 3-way socket, this 3-way bulb switches from 100, to 200, to 300 watts. See more items from our Lighting Accessories or Light Bulbs categories. Specifications Item # 6989 Height 6" Width 2.5" Energy Consumption 100-200-300W Price As Shown Base Total $6.50 Grand Total $6.50