Lightbulbs for bathroom - G50C?

Spiritseeker

Hi all,

my bathroom was renovated 2 years ago and I had spotlights put in. I can't remember what rating exactly they were, but they were an IP rating that was safe to use.

The lightbulb directly above the shower recently stopped working, and when I removed the bulb to note the type to replace it, the text said: G50C 240v 50w.

I was looking all weekend for a G50c bulb in shops with no luck! Is it just a GU10 in another guise?
I was also slightly worried, as when I couldn't find the bulb anywhere, I tried looking it up online (again with little success) but found a site which said that the voltage in a bathroom should be no more than - I think - 12v. it may not have been 12, but it was a very low number.

Anyway, is anyone able to help me with pointing me to where I can get a replacement bulb? And am I worrying unneccesarily about the voltage? The bathroom was renovated professionally...

thanks in advance for any help

Mar10_W

If you were using 240 volts, it will be a GU10 bulb you are using. You can tell by the pins at the bottom. If they are thin they are likely to be 12 volt. GU10s are thicker and twist&lock into the fitting/holder!

12 volts are more common in a bathrooms, as they give a sharper light but you do not have to use 12 volts. 240 volt fittings (GU10s) are also very popular and can have the right IP rating for use over a shower. I expect you are using fittings like the following?

http://www.lamps2udirect.com/pages/browse-More-Lamps2udirect.php/Downlighters-And-Recessed-Ceiling-Lighting/Showerlight-Fittings/141/22

I think the C stands for covered, as in covered glass! I think all you need is a standard 50 watt GU10 light bulb. As long as the fitting is IP65 rated for use over a shower, you can just use the following -

http://www.lamps2udirect.com/pages/fullProd.php/Halopar16-50-watt-Halogen-GU10-Light-Bulb/216

Spiritseeker

Thank you for your speedy response. You've put my mind at rest re the voltage! Yes, those in your 1st link are just like the ones in my bathroom.

I saw plenty of GU10 bulbs whilst looking for the elusive G50C so I will pick one up later on