Vinaco MR16 Bulbs
Low-voltage reflector bulbs with two straight pins. They run on 12 volts from a transformer. 2 lines, from $12.20 a pack.
- Bulb finderNot sure it fits?GU5.3 · 12VGU10 · 120VE26 · 120VE12 · 120VHold your old bulb next to the drawings and follow the one that matches.Match your base
- Lighting guideGU10 or MR16? How to Tell Which Spot Bulb You Have
Same face, different baseThe voltage follows the baseThen choose the wattageRead the guide
No bulb matches every filter.
How to choose Vinaco MR16 Bulbs
Check for a transformer
Landscape lights and many track kits run on 12V. If the fixture has a transformer and the bulb has two thin pins, you are in the right aisle.
Pick the wattage the fixture allows
20W, 35W and 50W halogen share one size. The transformer and the fixture both have limits, so add up the watts on a run.
Count the hours
For lights that burn all evening, the 7W LED saves the most. For a dimmed room, stay with halogen.
| Bulb | Base | Voltage | Watts | Lumens | Color | Dims | Size | From | Lowest per bulb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinaco MR16 Halogen | GU5.3 | 12V | 20–50W | 300–800 | 2800K | Yes | 2 × 1.81 in | $18.26 | $2.67 in the 10-pack |
| Vinaco MR16 LED | GU5.3 | 12V | 7W | 450 | 2700K, 5000K | No | 1.97 × 1.85 in | $12.20 | $3.01 in the 12-pack (2700K) |
Terms on MR16 Bulbs pages
- GU5.3
- Two straight pins 5.3 mm apart. The bulb pushes in and pulls out.
- 12V
- Low voltage. A transformer steps house power down before it reaches the bulb.
- 38 degree beam
- A medium flood for paths, shrubs and artwork.
Vinaco MR16 Bulbs: questions
Can I replace a halogen MR16 with the Vinaco LED?
Yes, on a 12V fixture with no dimmer. The LED has the same GU5.3 pins and draws 7W. It is rated at 450 lumens, softer than the 50W halogen.
Is an MR16 the same as a GU10?
They share the 2 in reflector shape. The MR16 here has GU5.3 pins and runs on 12V. A GU10 twists into a 120V socket.