[Explained] Can I Use A Regular Light Bulb in an Oven?

Oven and light bulbs have been a household common for a long time now. But what happens when you put a light bulb inside an oven? Does it light up the inside of the oven? Does it blow the oven up? One might even think it does both. 

It is time to find out what a light bulb really does for an oven, and is there a special bulb for the oven, or the regular one will do just fine?

Why Is a Bulb Important for the Oven?

The obvious answer to this: is to light the oven up. We need to monitor whether our baked goods are browning up as we want them to and prevent the risk of any burning. It can also serve as internal lighting when you have to clean your oven. So it does basically what a regular light bulb does, it helps you see. Does it mean a regular light bulb is what your oven needs?

Is It Possible to Use a Regular Bulb for the Oven?

The straight answer to this is frankly, no, you cannot. I know, it’s shocking! With a few significant factors, regular light bulbs prove to be unsuitable for ovens. There is a huge risk of the bulb shattering, injuries, and the oven shutting down. In short, it would be a disaster. Who would want such trouble in their homes?

Why Would a Regular Bulb Not Work in an Oven?

It is important to understand why a regular bulb would not work in an oven. I mean, it works just fine in our rooms, right? 

1. Heat Resistance 

The inside of the oven is much hotter than the room temperature. It would be safe to assume that if a regular light bulb comes in inappropriate proximity to the oven, the bulb will break apart. The heat-resisting material is missing in a regular bulb. The high temperature causes filament failure as well.

2. Size

The size of a regular light bulb is conspicuously big for an oven. The standard size for a regular bulb is 7 centimeters. The size is far too big for an oven to function with the light. Hence, it becomes a must for an oven to have a different kind of bulb.

What Kind of a Bulb Is Suitable for an Oven?

Since a regular light bulb is out of the question, ovens need a different bulb that does not shatter or take up oven space. Such a bulb could be an appliance bulb. A standard 40-watt bulb is used inside an oven. The criterion for this oven is to withstand the high oven temperature. That is why an incandescent and halogen bulb should be used. 

What Are the Differences Between Appliance Bulbs and Regular Bulbs?

Appliance light bulb	Regular light bulb
Can be used in refrigerator, oven, and microwave	Can be used in rooms
More heat resistant	Cannot withstand heat
Smaller in size	Big enough to light up rooms

Can a Freezer Light Bulb be Used in an Oven?

Yes, usually you can use a light bulb used in the freezer in your oven. It is because special appliance bulbs not only withstand heat but also cold environments. 

Conclusion

It is important to use bulbs that are suited for the appliance. The consequences are heavy when you do not use the right bulb for an oven. So it is important to know about the appliance bulb and its suitability for the oven.