GX53 Lamps CFL & LED
GX53 Lamps
GX53 lamps fall into two main categories; CFL (compact fluorescent lamp) and LED (light emitting diode). Both CFL and LED GX53 lamps are classed as low energy as they offer energy savings of around 80% when compared to halogen. LED provides even greater energy savings and is longer lasting. All GX53 lamps are mains powered and have the necessary components built into them. CFLs can take up to 80 seconds to achieve full brightness whilst LEDs are instant. The table below compares the GX53 lamps sold on Downlights Direct:
|
Lamp Type & Make |
Halogen Equivalent |
Life Expectancy |
| 9W GX53 CFL Megaman | 45W | 15,000 hours |
| 13W GX53 CFL Megaman | 60W | 15,000 hours |
| 3W GX53 LED Click Scolmore | 35W | 20,000 hours |
| 5W GX53 LED Megaman | 60W | 50,000 hours |
Although the energy savings are quite clear, the main advantage of using a GX53 lamp is the physical size. GX53s have a shallow depth of just 24mm; brighter 13W GX53 lamps are 37mm deep. This makes the GX53 lamp the ideal and often only choice for use in areas where space is limited.
As lighting designers continue to event new types GX53 luminaires such as GX53 bollards and GX53 wall lights, more and more variations are becoming available such as dimmable GX53s and brighter GX53 LEDs.
Other advantages of using the GX53 lamp are:
- Negligible heat output.
- Long lasting, around 10 times longer than halogen.
- Ultra slim design.
- Available in a choice of wattages and colour temperatures.
- Wider beam angle of 106 to 117 degrees.
- Part L Approved (lamps above 45 lm/w only).
Check out our full range of GX53 downlights, including fire rated GX53 downlights. Some are only 32mm deep!
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