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Is GU4 the same as MR16?
Halogen MR11 Bulbs (aka MR11 or GU4) It is a 12V lamp which requires a transformer, but what makes it different from the MR16 is its width, which measures 35mm across the face of the light bulb. The 4 in GU4 means that there is a distance of 4mm between the two pins.
What does GU4 bulb mean?
GU4 Base Light Bulbs & Lamps The GU4 bulb is an MR11 dichroic push and fit lamp with 2 pins measuring 4mm apart. GU4 bulb base types are ideal for open fittings and as display lighting. GU4 base lamps are available as incandescents, halogens, and LEDs, with dimmable options available.
Are GU4 and GU5 3 same?
The GU4 socket is a smaller version of the GU5. 3. Both have a similar bi-pin connector and require 12V low voltage. The diameter of the GU4’s head however is only 35mm, where the GU5.
Are MR11 and MR16 interchangeable?
The difference may not seem significant, but you will end up struggling to fit an MR11 bulb into a ceiling light or track meant for an MR16 bulb as they are not interchangeable.
What is the difference between MR8 and MR11?
This number stands for the bulb measurement by the same sum of eights of an inch width. For instance, MR8 is 8/8 inches (2.5cm or 25mm) in diameter, MR11 is 11/8 inches (3.5cm or 35mm) in diameter, and MR16 is 16/8 inches (5cm or 50mm) in diameter.
Are G4 and GU4 bulbs the same?
What are G4 or GU4 bulbs? G4 and GU4 lights are low voltage lights with pin bases. The larger versions (GU4) are usually fitted with an MR11 reflector and are often used as recessed ceiling and cupboard spotlights.
Can I replace MR16 with GU5 3?
3? It’s simply another name for an MR16. It might sound confusing, but the one thing to remember is that GU5. 3 refers to the actual fitting on an MR16 (the 2 spiked prongs).
Can I replace halogen MR11 with LED?
Our Halogen LED replacements are specifically designed to replace an MR16 and MR11 halogen globes from 10 to 50 watts. The LED replacements will produce a cleaner bright light output and only use a fraction of the power. Also available are Cree LED’s.
Are GU4 and GU5 3 the same?