Directional reflector metal halide lamp GX10 | 20W | 95V | 900lm | 3000K | Philips

Technical Specifications
Power: 20 W (20.1 W nominal)
Base: GX10
Lamp shape: MR16 (50 mm diameter)
Color temperature: 3000 K
Luminous flux: 900 lm
Luminous intensity: 4000 cd
Color rendering index (CRI): 84
Beam angle: 25°
Luminous efficacy: 50 lm/W
Lifetime: ~13,500 switching cycles
Light maintenance at end of life (LLMF): 70%
Operating voltage: 95 V
Warm-up time: 120 s (to 60% light)
Mercury content: ≤ 3.5 mg
Energy consumption: 21 kWh/1000 h
Operating position: universal (any)
Control: non-dimmable (only with electronic ballast with EOL protection)

Features

High luminous performance – illuminates space efficiently with low energy consumption.

Bright and clear light – contrasting, close to natural, suitable for goods, artworks, or interior accents.

Universal installation position – can be mounted in any orientation.

Compact form – MR16 size fits most luminaires.

Durability – lasts longer compared to conventional halogen lamps.

Applications

For home users: lighting for homes, kitchen islands, living rooms, accent lighting.

For engineers: suitable for architectural and technical lighting projects requiring high light quality.

For electricians: easy to install in standard GX10 sockets, provided a compatible electronic ballast is used.

For shops and galleries: ideal for exhibition lighting, as it reproduces colors well.

Pros

Bright, high-quality light

More economical than conventional halogen lamps

Longer service life and less maintenance

Universal installation in any position

Excellent for shop windows, exhibitions, homes, and offices

Cons

Must be used with electronic ballast (with EOL protection)

Non-dimmable

Warm-up time up to 2 minutes

Contains a small amount of mercury (must be properly disposed of)