6.5W GU5.3 LED Lamp Review

General Information

ID #202
SKU 871829121781700
Series myAmbiance
Manufacturer Philips (other LEDs from Philips)
Fitting Type MR16 (other MR16 LEDs)
Light Type Downlight (PAR)
Height 48mm
Diameter PAR16 (50mm)
Weight 48g
Warranty 1 Years
Test Date 2013-09-23
Review Notes Claims similarity to 35W halogen MR16. Carries CE and C-Tick label. Was unable to find any applicable warranty details for Australian sales. Would have scored higher except for lack of dimming and warranty info. Overall a reasonable MR16 offering. If dimming is required there are two more expensive 7W versions of this light. Version #1, Version #2. In some markets this light is called the "CorePro LEDspotLV", product code 929000211302
Price $24.98 (AUD) from Bunnings Warehouse on 20th of September 2013
Rating

 

LED Specifications

Claimed Measured Compared To
Watts 6.5W 7.2W @ 12V
Electronic Transformer
54.7W @ 12V
Yearly Running Cost[?] $1.42 $1.58 $11.98
Lumens 380 lm 345 lm 765 lm
Efficiency[?] 58 lm/W 48 lm/W 14 lm/W
Lumens/Purchase Price 15 lm/$ 14 lm/$ 170 lm/$
Power Factor[?] N/A 0.96 1
Color [?] Warm White, 2700K Warm White, 2725K Warm White, 3015K
Angle[?] 36° 32° 45°
Dimmable Not Dimmable N/A Yes, Trailing Edge
CRI (Color Accuracy)[?] 80 82
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 66°C @ 25°C ambient
151°F @ 77°F ambient
256°C @ 25°C ambient
493°F @ 77°F ambient
Flicker Percent[?] 1% 3%
Flicker Index[?] 0.002 0.008

 

Link to manufacturer specifications at time of testing

 

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Distribution Graph

Angle: 32° (±16° 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: 1%, Index: 0.002 (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
4W E14-B35 $20 (AUD) 4.3W 259lm 62lm/W Warm White, 2519K 189° E14
6.5W GU5.3 LED Lamp $25 (AUD) 7.2W 345lm 58lm/W Warm White, 2725K 32° MR16

 

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.