Ducati 996 SPS License Plate Bulb Size

The Ducati 996 SPS license plate bulb uses a 12961 size specification for this motorcycle model. The replacement chart covers 1999 to 2000 production years with corresponding bulb size data.

The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.

Bulb Size by Year Range

Years	Bulb Size
1999-2000	12961

Bulb Specifications

Description	Bulb Size
Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W.	12961

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Additional Notes

The 12961 is a Philips part number designating a T10 miniature wedge bulb with a W2.1x9.5d base, operating at 12 volts and 5 watts.
The Ducati 996 SPS uses the 12961 bulb for the license plate position across the 1999-2000 model years.
The T10 designation refers to the bulb's tubular form factor, measured in eighths of an inch, making it one of the most widely used miniature bulb sizes in automotive lighting applications.
The W2.1x9.5d base is a wedge-type fitting, meaning the bulb is held in place by tension from the socket rather than by a bayonet or screw mechanism.
At 5 watts, the 12961 draws minimal current, which is typical for a license plate application where output requirements are low and regulated by visibility standards rather than illumination intensity.
The W2.1x9.5d base specification is a standardized IEC designation, and bulbs sharing this base type from different manufacturers are generally interchangeable provided the voltage and wattage ratings match.