GU10 bulb
Advantages of the GU10 bulb: why it's suitable for modern lighting
This bulb features 2-pin round extensions on rods, designed for a rotating system and stable holding of the fixture in the lighting fixture. In the GU10 bulb designation, the index 10 indicates a spacing of 10 mm between the rods.
Another important point is that their luminous flux dispersion angle ranges from 8 to 60°, enabling them to be multiplied in a space to create an even, pulsation-free fill. Some models have a wider angle, up to 120°. They are used in ceiling lights, walls, local area lighting, decorative interior elements and store windows. The wholesale platform offers electrical equipment with color temperatures of 3000 K (yellowish tint), 4500 K (neutral) and 6000 K (cold, bluish).
How to select a GU10 bulb: a practical guide to models and installation
GU10 bulbs come in two main types: cone-shaped and cylindrical. The former are used in recessed luminaires for interior and local lighting, with a direction of flow towards the desired area. Cylindrical GU10 bulb models feature an additional matte diffuser, reducing glow intensity.
When purchasing such lighting equipment, you'll need to pay attention to the following key features:
- light beam power ;
- color temperature ;
- color rendering index - CRI, which controls color rendering in illuminated areas. A low indicator (below 60) distorts the perception of the color palette, with the appearance of other nuances contributing to poor lighting.
The power of the light beam (lm) depends on the requirements of your specifications. In apartments and commercial areas, an average of 300 to 400 lm is recommended. The following rule of thumb is recommended: 3 W per square room.
Regarding color temperature for apartments: no more than 3,500 K, for offices and educational establishments: up to 5,000, and finally for medical facilities: more than 5,000 K.
The elongated pin-shaped GU10 bulb base is designed to fit halogen luminaires in 220V lighting systems.
GU10 conical and cylindrical bulbs have a slightly greater height than other types of lighting, occupying more volume after installation in the socket.
The BanqueDeLamps.fr wholesaler offers several of the most popular product types:
- NORDLUX Gu10 Light Bulb Clear ;
- SPL Lighting Adaptor E27 to GU10 ;
- Ansell Lighting Twistlock GU10 Baffle Adaptor ;
- Ansell Lighting Tandem GU10 Bi-Directional ;
- LEDS-C4 Recessed uplighting IP65-IP67 Gea GU10 Square GU10 50W AISI 316.
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GU10 bulb socket vs. other types: how to make the right choice for your needs
GU10 bulbs are widely integrated into lighting design, where a direct flow must be achieved, at an angle of 180°. The presence of a distributor, a reflector bulb and a GU10 bulb socket makes it possible to create designer lighting with minimum wattage and maximum load.