Seidy 90x90 Square MR16 Recessed Downlight - Brushed Aluminium

The Seidy is a compact square recessed ceiling light measuring 90 x 90 x 26 mm, designed to sit flush in the ceiling for a neat, low-profile finish. It takes a single MR16 lamp on a Gx5.3 cap and runs at 12V, drawing up to 10W, so the brightness and colour temperature follow whichever low-voltage lamp you fit. In US terms a fitting like this is a recessed can light, here in a slim square trim rather than the more common round flush mount led ceiling light format.

Because the light source is a directional MR16, the Seidy suits accent and task positions as much as general cover, picking out a worktop, an alcove or a run of artwork. Several units spaced across a hallway, kitchen or living room ceiling build up an even wash, and the shallow 26 mm body helps where ceiling void depth is tight. Output depends entirely on the lamp chosen, so coverage is best judged by lamp wattage and beam rather than a fixed figure, and warmer lamps give a softer effect in bedrooms while cooler ones lift kitchens and studies.

Built from aluminium alloy with a brushed aluminium finish, the fitting is rated IP20 and is intended for dry indoor use only, so keep it clear of bathrooms, porches and any damp or exposed location. It recesses into a cut-out in the ceiling and runs from a 12V AC or DC supply, which means a suitable low-voltage transformer or driver is needed if one is not already in place. At just 106 g it is easy to handle during install, and the square profile pairs with the other shapes and finishes in the wider Seidy range.

Does this fitting need a transformer?

Yes. The Seidy runs on 12V, either AC or DC, so it must be wired to a suitable low-voltage transformer or driver. If your existing circuit already supplies 12V you can connect directly, otherwise a transformer rated for the lamp load is required.

Can I use it outdoors or in a bathroom?

No. This fitting is rated IP20, which means it is for dry indoor use only. Keep it clear of bathrooms, showers, porches and any damp or outdoor position, and choose an IP-rated fitting for those locations instead.

What lamp does it take?

It accepts a single MR16 lamp with a Gx5.3 two-pin cap, rated up to 10W. Choose an LED MR16 to keep running costs and heat down, and pick the beam angle and colour temperature to suit the room and effect you want.

How do I clean it?

Wipe the brushed aluminium trim with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth once the fitting is switched off and the lamp has cooled. Avoid abrasive pads and harsh solvents, which can dull the finish over time.