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Small MR16 halogen bulb, clear glass, GX5.3 two-pin base

Platinum

Platinum ELC5 MR16 250W 24V GX5.3 3250K Halogen Bulb

SKU CH-HAYP-0GFX2

A 250 watt 24 volt MR16 halogen bulb with a GX5.3 base producing 550 lumens at 3250K with a 100 CRI and 500 hour rated life

  • Power rating250
  • Light output550
  • Color temperature3250K
  • Lifespan (hours)500
  • Color rendering100
  • Product typeHalogen Bulbs
  • Perfect colour accuracy with 100 CRI rating
  • Warm 3250K light suits display and accent use
  • 550 lumens from a compact MR16 capsule
  • GX5.3 base fits standard low-voltage fixtures
  • 500-hour rated life for predictable replacement planning

High-Output Halogen MR16 for Specialised Fixtures

The Platinum ELC5 is a 250-watt halogen bulb built for 24-volt MR16 sockets with a GX5.3 two-pin base. It delivers 550 lumens at a warm 3250K colour temperature and a maximum CRI of 100. This lamp suits display, stage or medical equipment requiring accurate colour rendering.

Consistent Output Over a 500-Hour Rated Life

The filament maintains its 3250K warmth and 550-lumen intensity throughout the 500-hour rating without the rapid decay seen in cheaper halogens. Running at the full 250 watts generates significant heat, so the fixture must provide adequate ventilation. Voltage stability at 24 volts is essential to reach the rated lifespan.

Compact Clear Envelope with Precise Pin Spacing

The clear 1.989-inch diameter envelope measures 1.765 inches long, fitting tight MR16 housings without obstruction. The GX5.3 base uses a 5.3-millimetre pin pitch that locks securely into compatible sockets. Users handling the quartz glass should wear gloves to prevent oil contamination that shortens lamp life.

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Price $9.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand namePlatinum
Product typeHalogen Bulbs
Display
Light output550
Power
Power rating250
More details
Color temperature3250K
Lifespan (hours)500
Color rendering100

Questions about this item

How much heat will the 250 W halogen capsule add to a display case running all day?

The lamp draws 250 watts at 24 volts, so nearly all of that power becomes heat; allow adequate ventilation around the 1.989 inch diameter envelope.

What transformer and fitting must I already have for this GX5.3 base to operate?

You need a 24 volt supply and a GX5.3 two-pin socket that accepts the 5.3 mm pin spacing.

Can this 3250 K, 100 CRI bulb sit beside my older 3250 K halogen spots without a visible colour shift?

Both share 3250 K and a CRI of 100, so the white appearance will match closely.

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