GU10 Bulbs

Sep 24, 2006 4 Replies

I am looking for the equivalent of a 50w GU10 bulb to fit into some downlighters that are a lot cooler than the usual halogen one's. Can anyone tell me where to get anything like these?


Santa

I just posted an article on GU10s about thirty minutes before you. If these work in the UK it may be worth looking at the seller shouji_hk or william6.trade on Ebay.

Purist

It seems the LED ones aren't too good. Somone has recommended GU10 compact fluorescents instead. Google it.

Purist

On Sun, 24 Sep 2006 13:53:10 +0100 someone who may be "SantaUK" wrote this:-

Rip the things out. If someone really wants downlighters then fit those which will take compact fluorescent reflector bulbs.

In message , SantaUK writes

Search for Megaman lamps - they make fluorescent equivalents to GU10. I've just fitted some in the kitchen.

Good and bright with a wide, even pattern. BUT, big BUT, they do take a couple of minutes to warm up, and initial light output for the first 30 or seconds is VERY low, like 5-10%. OK for areas that are on continuously, but not where you need instant light.

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