3.8W LED bulb GU 5.3 MR16 Review
General Information
| ID | #247 |
|---|---|
| SKU | LED1202R3 |
| Series | LEDARE |
| Manufacturer | IKEA (other LEDs from IKEA) |
| Fitting Type | MR16 (other MR16 LEDs) |
| Light Type | Downlight (PAR) |
| Height | 48mm |
| Diameter | PAR16 (50mm) |
| Warranty | N/A |
| Test Date | 2014-02-05 |
| Review Notes | IKEA explicitly excludes light bulbs from it's limited warranty cover in the USA, so zero warranty for US purchases. In Australia guarantees cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law but the duration is not stated. Product package carries C-Tick and CE approval labels. Globe is not dimmable. Power consumption measures higher than manufacturer's claimed 3.8W once the 12V electronic transformer is taken into account. |
| Price | $8.99 (AUD) from IKEA on 4th of February 2014 |
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LED Specifications
| Claimed | Measured |
Compared To |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Watts | 3.8W | 4.7W @ 12V Electronic Transformer | 54.7W @ 12V |
| Yearly Running Cost[?] | $0.83 | $1.03 | $11.98 |
| Lumens | 200 lm | 236 lm | 765 lm |
| Efficiency[?] | 53 lm/W | 50 lm/W | 14 lm/W |
| Lumens/Purchase Price | 22 lm/$ | 26 lm/$ | 170 lm/$ |
| Power Factor[?] | N/A | 0.63 | 1 |
| Color [?] | Warm White, 2700K | Warm White, 2650K | Warm White, 3015K |
| Angle[?] | 36° | 31° | 45° |
| Dimmable | Not Dimmable | N/A | Yes, Trailing Edge |
| CRI (Color Accuracy)[?] | 80 | 80 | |
| Life | 25,000 hours | Not Measured | 6,000 hours |
| Min/Max Voltage | N/A / 12V | N/A | |
| Min/Max Temperature | N/A / N/A | N/A | |
| Measured Temperature | 55°C @ 25°C ambient 131°F @ 77°F ambient |
256°C @ 25°C ambient 493°F @ 77°F ambient |
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| Flicker Percent[?] | 1% | 3% | |
| Flicker Index[?] | 0.003 | 0.008 |
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Distribution Graph
Angle: 31° (±15.5° 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
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
Percent: 1%, 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]
LEDs in this Series
| Name | Price | Watts | Lumens | Efficiency | Color | Angle | Fitting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10W LED Bulb E27 Clear | $10 (AUD) | 9.4W | 530lm | 60lm/W | Warm White, 2673K | 241° | E27 |
| 11W LED Bulb E27 | $10 (AUD) | 10.8W | 611lm | 55lm/W | Warm White, 2713K | 250° | E27 |
| 3.8W LED bulb GU 5.3 MR16 | $9 (AUD) | 4.7W | 236lm | 53lm/W | Warm White, 2650K | 31° | MR16 |
| 4W LED bulb GU10 | $7 (AUD) | 3.9W | 216lm | 50lm/W | Warm White, 2833K | 34° | GU10 |
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.