Description
Small enough to vanish into the fittings it serves, this clear G9 capsule draws 7W and gives 540 lumens in return. The colour is a neutral 4000K, a clean white rather than the warmer yellow of a traditional lamp, so whites stay white and colours read honestly. Light leaves the capsule all round rather than in one direction, which suits shades and diffusers that need filling evenly. It dims on a compatible dimmer, and as no dimmer comes with it, pair it with one rated for LED loads.
We stock it as the sensible swap for the halogen capsules that used to sit in wall lights, small pendants and multi-arm fittings, where heat and short life were the usual complaints. The neutral white earns its place in kitchens, over worktops, in utility rooms and studies, anywhere a task needs to be seen properly. It is one we would choose for a hallway or landing where the light should feel crisp rather than cosy. In bedrooms and sitting rooms a warmer tone often sits better, so think about where the cleaner white will do most good.
The clear capsule puts the light source on show, so cut glass, ribbed shades and open arms keep their sparkle. Its small body sits neatly in a fitting without pushing a shade out of line. Wipe it with a dry, lint-free cloth once it has cooled; dust and kitchen grease show more on a clear lamp than on a frosted one and will dull the output over time. It carries a three year warranty. Keeping spares to hand is worth doing if you are filling a fitting with several, as using the same lamp throughout keeps the colour even.
Specification
| Colour |
Clear |
| Second Colour |
White |
| Weight |
0.01KG |
| Diameter |
16mm |
| Height |
58mm |
| Materials Used |
Metal, PC, Ceramic |
| Lamp Cap |
G9 |
| Colour Temperature |
4000K Cool White (±5%) |
| Number of Switching Cycles |
100000 |
| Conventional Lamp Equiv. |
44W (±5%) |
| Shape of Lamp |
Capsule G9 |
| Type of LED |
SMD |
| Beam Angle |
360° |
| System Flux |
540lm (±5%) |
| CRI |
=80 |
| Ta |
-20° to +40°C |
| Total Power Consumption |
7W (±5%) |
| Input Voltage |
220-240V~50/60Hz |
| Dimmable |
Yes - Suitable Dimmer Required |
| Dimmer Included |
No |
| Average Life |
25000hrs |
| Warranty |
3yrs |
| UKCA/CE |
Yes |
| Country of Origin |
China |
Frequently Asked
Do I need a special dimmer for this lamp?
Yes. It dims, but only on a dimmer suitable for LED loads, and no dimmer is supplied. A trailing-edge LED dimmer sized to the total wattage of the lamps on the circuit gives the smoothest result.
What are the dimensions of the capsule?
It measures 16mm in diameter and 58mm in height, so it slips into the compact spaces G9 fittings usually allow.
How bright is 540 lumens in practice?
It is a useful output for a capsule of this size, spread all round rather than thrown forward, so it fills shades and glass evenly rather than creating a single hot spot.
What does 4000K look like?
A neutral, cool white. It is crisper than the yellowish light of an old halogen and works well where you want good clarity, such as a kitchen or a study.
How long should it last?
It is rated at 25,000 hours of average life and carries a three year warranty.
Can I mix it with warm white lamps in the same fitting?
We would not advise it. Two colour temperatures side by side are very noticeable, so use the same lamp throughout a multi-lamp fitting.