Can I change MR16 to GU10?
The answer is yes, but with care. You can fit an MR16 12v LED reflector bulb that then is a direct replacement for the low voltage downlight.
Do GU10 fittings need earthing?
This is the same ring and connector plus socket GU10 arrangement that is widely used with halogen lamps. Answer: A class II or double insulated luminaire will have no provision or requirement for protective earthing since they are designed and constructed so that the exposed metal parts CANNOT become live.
Is it worth changing MR16 to GU10?
However, if this is an MR16 then we strongly advise you make the switch over to GU10. This is for two reasons: It will give you more choice in your lighting options, including smooth dimming. LED MR16’s dimming systems can be very unreliable while GU10s offer excellent quality of lighting.
Do GU10 LED downlights need to be earthed?
The lamps are double insulated and the info leaflet says for this reason the downlights don’t need an earth connection and in fact, earths should be kept well away. The double insulated lamps are then clipped into a stainless steel triangular mounting.
Are MR16 LED bulbs being phased out?
From 1 September 2016, PAR16 (ES50 GU10/E27), PAR20 (ES63 GU10/E27), PAR30, PAR38 R50, R63, R80, R90 and ES111 mains‐voltage Halogen lamps and low‐voltage directional Halogen lamps being phased out are MR11, AR111 and MR16 which do not comply to the new EU legislative requirements will no longer be placed on the EU …
Is GU10 a 12V?
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Why are LED lights not earthed?
If any of our lamps, lights or bulb holders do not have an earth connection it will be because the outer surface is predominately made from a non conductive material such as glass, plastic, ceramic or bakelite etc, therefor it is not necessary to earth the unit.
Are lap downlights double insulated?
The fitment is double insulated and cannot be earthed for that reason.
Can I replace halogen GU10 with LED?
Most non-dimmable GU10 Halogen bulbs can be easily replaced with an equivalent GU10 LED as electrical current conversion happens at the bulb.
Are GU10 low voltage?
3 bulbs are more commonly known as MR16s, and they’re the low voltage equivalent of the GU10. They operate at 12-volts DC, which means they require a separate LED driver to ‘step down’ mains voltage from 240-volts to the 12-volts at which they can operate.
How to convert a MR16 fitting to a GU10 fitting?
Discard the transformer. Disconnect the MR16 lamp holder from the connector block and discard. Connect the GU10 lamp holder to the connector block, feeding through the inside of the fitting with the lamp holder inside. Connect the mains cable directly to the fitting and re- cover the connector block.
Do you have to Earth a GU10 fitting?
If you’re converting a fitting from 12V (rarely earthed) to 230V do you need to earth the fitting? Some folks say yes, but some original GU10 fittings are earthed and some are not. I’m trying to determine the criteria.
Is there an earth connection on the GU10 connector block?
So as per the link there is a earth connection on the gu10 connector block. However to earth it the mains supply im guessing ill have to change my junction box which is plastic to one that has some metal parts so i can earth from the gu10 connector block directly to one of the metal parts in the junction box?
How to install a GU10 bulb in a ceiling fitting?
Connect the GU10 lamp holder to the connector block, feeding through the inside of the fitting with the lamp holder inside. Connect the mains cable directly to the fitting and re- cover the connector block. Install GU10 LED bulb – from www.homewatt.co.uk of course. Re-install fitting into ceiling and switch electricity back on.