Description
The XLED is a GU10 LED spotlight bulb that draws just 6.5W while putting out 850 lumens, so it stands in for an old 88W lamp without the running cost. American shoppers will know this twist-lock GU10 fitting as the standard mains spotlight cap, and the PAR16 spot shape here keeps the format familiar. The light is a 3000K warm white, a soft amber-leaning tone that suits relaxed rooms, and the 100 degree beam spreads wider than a typical narrow spot, giving broad, even coverage rather than a tight pool. Colour rendering sits at Ra 80, which keeps surfaces and finishes looking natural.
The wide 100 degree beam makes this a practical choice for general ceiling spots in kitchens, living rooms, hallways and bedrooms, where you want light spread across the space rather than focused on a single object. Several of these in a recessed downlight or on a spotlight bar will wash a room with warm light, and the broad spread means fewer dark gaps between fittings. Because it runs at mains voltage, it twists straight into any standard GU10 holder with no transformer needed, unlike the low-voltage GU5.3 MR16 cap which does require one. This is an indoor bulb only, so keep it to dry interior fittings and clear of bathrooms or damp areas.
The XLED carries a GU10 twist-lock cap and a PAR16 spot body measuring 50mm across by 53mm long, with a silver finish and a light weight of 46g. Efficiency is rated at 135 lm/W and the bulb is built for a 25,000 hour life, so it should run for many years before replacement. It is a non-dimmable bulb, so pair it with a standard on or off switch rather than a dimmer circuit. We stock the XLED GU10 range in further wattages and tones to match different fittings across a home.
Specification
| Cap / fitting |
GU10 twist-lock |
| Bulb shape |
Spotlight |
| Power |
6.5 W |
| Replaces |
88 W incandescent |
| Luminous flux |
850 lm |
| Efficiency |
131 lm/W |
| Colour temperature |
3000K (Warm White) |
| Colour rendering (CRI) |
Ra 80 |
| Beam angle |
100° |
| Dimmable |
No |
| Rated life |
25000 hours |
Downloads
Product Specification Sheet
Range Datasheet
Frequently Asked
What fitting do I need for this bulb?
This is a GU10 cap, the standard twist-lock mains spotlight fitting. You push it in and turn a quarter to lock it, with no separate transformer or driver required. It is not the low-voltage GU5.3 MR16 type, so do not confuse the two when buying.
What old bulb wattage does it replace?
It draws only 6.5W but produces 850 lumens, which matches the output of an older 88W halogen or incandescent spotlight. The LED itself only uses 6.5W, so you get the same brightness for a fraction of the energy.
Is this bulb dimmable?
No, this is a non-dimmable bulb. It should be used with a standard on or off switch. Fitting it to a dimmer circuit can cause flickering or shorten its life, so a plain switch is best.
How long will it last?
It is rated for 25,000 hours of use. Running a few hours a day, that works out to many years before it needs changing. Combined with the low 6.5W draw, it keeps replacement and running costs down over its life.