Yes, a PAR 16 bulb will fit in a MR16 GU10 fixture because they both have 2 inch widths. The lengths of a PAR16 bulb and a MR16 GU10 fixture, however, are different. The MR16 GU10 fixture 2.10 inches long whereas a PAR16 lamp is 3.15 inches long.

What does PAR16 mean on a light bulb?

Parabolic aluminized reflector
What are PAR16 Bulbs? Parabolic aluminized reflector (PAR) 16 bulbs control light more precisely. They produce about four times the concentrated light intensity of general service A shape incandescents, and are used in recessed and track lighting.

Are MR16 and PAR16 the same?

Yes, a PAR 16 bulb will fit in a MR16 GU10 fixture because they both have 2 inch widths. The lengths of a PAR16 bulb and a MR16 GU10 fixture, however, are different. The MR16 GU10 fixture 2.10 inches long whereas a PAR16 lamp is 3.15 inches long.

What is the difference between par 20 and PAR 30?

PAR20 bulbs are most often used for interior lighting fixtures. Recommended when redesigning your kitchen, highlighting smaller artwork, single shelf presentation, product display in retail, etc. PAR30 bulbs are ideal for track lighting fixtures and recessed can applications.

Can you use PAR20 instead of R20?

Either way, the bottom line is that a PAR20 and R20 bulb are the same size and can be used in similar situations, but the PAR20 will be better when more focused light is desired and an R20 will be better for more diffused light and general lighting situations.

What is PAR16 GU10?

GU10/PAR16 shaped light bulbs are available as LEDs and have a GU10 twist-and-lock base. GU10 shaped light bulbs are commonly used in recessed lamps and track lighting fixtures. GU10 bulbs are suitable for use all around the home and anywhere from hotel lobbies to office buildings.

Are PAR16 and PAR20 interchangeable?

We mentioned that LED PAR16 Bulbs are the smallest in diameter of all the PAR Bulbs, and the PAR20 bulb is one size larger. While a PAR20 and a PAR16 Bulb can have the same base size, the dimension of the bulb is what differs. This is important when using existing fixtures because the fit might not be the same.

Can I replace PAR20 with PAR30?

PAR30, PAR20, and PAR16 bulbs are great replacements for incandescent bulbs but can easily replace other LED bulbs, such as BR (Bulged Reflector) bulbs. PAR Bulbs and BR bulbs are virtually interchangeable as far as the fixture, but the type of light they produce is much different.

What does the R stand for in light bulbs?

Reflector
“R” stands for Reflector which means light bulbs that contain a built-in reflecting surface that maximizes the direction of the light the lamp emits.

What does FL25 mean?

There are also wide floods (WFL), narrow floods (FL25) and spotlights — for the most part I use the floodlights, except in a few locations where I use PAR20 narrow floods and spotlights.