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do led bulbs work in normal light sockets?
dada44
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hi - looking to use leds instead of halogens with (gu10) fitting - will it work, or do i need to add a transformer? also have an e27 ikea lamp that uses energy saving bulbs - wondering if a e27 led bulb will work?
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No idea. But the general idea is that the mechanical connector should be identical and if both bulbs are 230V, you will be OK. If the voltages are the same but not 230V, then there will be a transformer already with the right voltage but you will need to check that the current rating of the transformer is adequate.Hi, we’ve had to remove your signature. If you’re not sure why please read the forum rules or email the forum team if you’re still unsure - MSE ForumTeam0
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The majority of led lamps can be retrofitted to existing light fittings.
Philips do a range of MASTER mains led lamps - gu10 spot lamps and the e27 led bulbs amongst others. Most are available on Amazon or with a quick search online, just search for philips master led.
The big issue is making sure it is the right wattage for comparable brightness :
4W equivalent to about 35W halogen.
7W equivalent to about 50W halogen. (These are much larger and normallly require a philips specific fitting)
I have retrofitted most of the lights in my house from the previous 50W halogens and the difference to the electric bill is very noticeable.
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I've recently replaced my 230volt GU10's with some LED GU10's from TLC and am fairly pleased with them (except for the cost!!) - they directly replace a GU10 and are the same dimensions exactly.
http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Main_Index/Lighting_Menu_Index/Lamps_and_Tubes_Index/GU_Led_5w/index.html
The thing I noticed is: they take 1 min to get to optimum whiteness (they start off a bit green) and the beam width is limited and the light beam at the edges is not white but more an off white/greenish tinge.
In the kitchen they work quite well and very similar in light performance and looks similar in tone, I chose the 'warm white' option. I replaced my 4 GU10 50watts with the 'v9' LED light and at £18 each I doubt I'll recoup any savings over using 50watt GU10's (assuming the LED's don't last forever)
I tried a flouresecent GU10 but it looked bad as it was an inch longer and stuck out the light fitting and it also looked very blueish as flourescents often do. Also avoid cheap LED GU10's of which there are many, they usually perform very badly so check reviews before buying.
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I'd suggest going to electrical distributors for the best prices as they sell to trade.
An LED GU10 will retro-fit into your existing fittings. Make sure you don't match a non-dimmable with a dimmer switch though, as you'll ruin the lamp.
I'm the Sales Manager for a Cheshire based LED lamp manufacturer and I'm happy to try and help with any tech questions.0 -
RosieBirkett wrote: »I'd suggest going to electrical distributors for the best prices as they sell to trade.
An LED GU10 will retro-fit into your existing fittings. Make sure you don't match a non-dimmable with a dimmer switch though, as you'll ruin the lamp.
I'm the Sales Manager for a Cheshire based LED lamp manufacturer and I'm happy to try and help with any tech questions.
Rosie there are Forum rules for "interested parties" you need clearance from the moderators."If you act like an illiterate man, your learning will never stop... Being uneducated, you have no fear of the future.".....
"big business is parasitic, like a mosquito, whereas I prefer the lighter touch, like that of a butterfly. "A butterfly can suck honey from the flower without damaging it," "Arunachalam Muruganantham0 -
Yes you can get sstraight GU10 replacements.
You can cheap and not much cope for wide area lighting or fairly expensive. For general lighting I would steer clear of the white light very clinical and cold go for warm white. Also check beam spread as some can be quite narrrow beams. The more expensive ones will get a better quality of light IME.
You can also get CFLs in compact size too. Again in different colour tones.
I tried both and went down the warm white CFL for open lighting in a kitchen application. Happy with the results."If you act like an illiterate man, your learning will never stop... Being uneducated, you have no fear of the future.".....
"big business is parasitic, like a mosquito, whereas I prefer the lighter touch, like that of a butterfly. "A butterfly can suck honey from the flower without damaging it," "Arunachalam Muruganantham0 -
grizzly1911 wrote: »Rosie there are Forum rules for "interested parties" you need clearance from the moderators.
I wasn't promoting anything...just offering tech help if needed. Do I need permission for that?0 -
RosieBirkett wrote: »I wasn't promoting anything...just offering tech help if needed. Do I need permission for that?
Only going off comments on previous threads but yes I think you do."If you act like an illiterate man, your learning will never stop... Being uneducated, you have no fear of the future.".....
"big business is parasitic, like a mosquito, whereas I prefer the lighter touch, like that of a butterfly. "A butterfly can suck honey from the flower without damaging it," "Arunachalam Muruganantham0 -
RosieBirkett wrote: »I wasn't promoting anything...just offering tech help if needed. Do I need permission for that?
No you don't. He's just being silly because someone has posted with more knowledge on the subject than him.0 -
I don't want to risk going off topic, but having looked through the rules I can't see what I've breached. I've not mentioned my company, the products, the name of a director, nor where to buy my products from. I'm not representing a specific company on here...grizzly1911 wrote: »Only going off comments on previous threads but yes I think you do.
just saying I know quite a lot about LEDs and the market so will be happy to help.0
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