4W GU10 LED Downlight Review

General Information

ID #152
SKU KALED4WGU4A
Series N/A
Manufacturer Kogan (other LEDs from Kogan)
Fitting Type GU10 (other GU10 LEDs)
Light Type Downlight (PAR)
Height 60mm
Diameter PAR16 (50mm)
Weight 51g
Warranty 1 Years
Test Date 2013-06-17
Review Notes For the price the light output was OK, but fell well short of their claims. CRI is bad, power factor is bad. So colours might look a little strange under this light.
Price $6 (AUD) from Kogan on 16th of June 2013
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LED Specifications

Claimed Measured Compared To
Watts 4W 4.6W @ 241V 50.2W @ 242V
Yearly Running Cost[?] $0.88 $1.01 $10.99
Lumens 400 lm 244 lm 498 lm
Efficiency[?] 100 lm/W 53 lm/W 10 lm/W
Lumens/Purchase Price 67 lm/$ 41 lm/$ 144 lm/$
Power Factor[?] N/A 0.55 1
Color [?] Warm White, 3500K Warm White, 3503K Warm White, 2737K
Angle[?] 30° 24° 33°
Dimmable Not Dimmable N/A Yes, Leading or Trailing Edge
CRI (Color Accuracy)[?] N/A 66
Life 50,000 hours Not Measured 2,000 hours
Min/Max Voltage 100V / 240V 220V / 240V
Min/Max Temperature N/A / N/A N/A
Measured Temperature 61°C @ 25°C ambient
142°F @ 77°F ambient
192°C @ 25°C ambient
378°F @ 77°F ambient
Flicker Percent[?] 2% 9%
Flicker Index[?] 0.003 0.029

 

Link to manufacturer specifications at time of testing

 

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Distribution Graph

Angle: 24° (±12° from bottom), Maximum lux:

Graph notes: Shows the intensity of the light when viewed from different angles. Normal omni-directional globes have a fairly constant output all the way around (excepting directly above). Downlights have a narrow range at the bottom in which the light is emmited, this determines their angle.

 

Spectrum Graph

Representation of color spectrum

Graph notes: Shows the breakdown of the LED light into its component colors. With short wavelength ultraviolet on the left and long wavelength infrared on the right. The green line represents the relative absolute strength of the light at each frequency, while the red line represents what the typical human eye would see. The human eye is most sensitive to green light, but much less sensitive to purples and deep reds.

 

Flicker Graph

Graph of measured flicker

Percent: 2%, Index: 0.003 (lower is better in both cases)

Graph notes: Shows variation in light output over 1/10th of a second, with relative light output on the Y axis and time on the X Axis. Measured with a photodiode connected to an Oscilloscope. Ideally the yellow line should be flat. Low frequency high amplitude waveforms mean there is a possibility of noticeable flicker, but sensitivity to flicker varies between people. [More details about LED flicker]

 

Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these results, each measurement carries an inherent degree of uncertainty and error. Safety and EMC compliance of products to regional or international standards have not been verified unless noted as an ENERGY STAR® LED Lighting Facts, or SSL Quality Scheme certified product. Retailers and importers selling unmarked or unapproved electrical goods can be fined or imprisoned. Mains supplied downlights require installation by a licensed electrician.