{"product_id":"sylvania-refled-superia-retro-mr16-gu5-3-5w-himmennettava","title":"Sylvania RefLED Superia Retro MR16 GU5.3 5W Dimmable 12V – Replaces 40W","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sylvania RefLED Superia Retro MR16 is a \u003cstrong\u003epremium-grade, dimmable LED MR16 designed by Sylvania for professional use\u003c\/strong\u003e, replacing a traditional 40W GU5.3 halogen lamp. This is the dimmable version of the Superia MR16 series — its all-glass construction, 25,000-hour lifespan, and five-year warranty, combined with dimming capability, make it a reliable choice for settings where lighting control is important. Available in \u003cstrong\u003efour color temperature variants\u003c\/strong\u003e, including an extra-warm 2700K.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGU5.3 base. Operates on 12V AC\/DC. Requires a transformer. Dimmable with approved LED-compatible dimmers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notice product-notice--warning\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ Made-to-order product\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is made-to-order — delivery time is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e from order. Availability can be checked in the shopping cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notice product-notice--success\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Dimming almost for free — only €0.60 extra cost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis dimmable model costs only €0.10 more than the corresponding \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sylvania-refled-superia-retro-mr16-gu5-3-4-6w\"\u003enon-dimmable 4.6W model\u003c\/a\u003e (€8.55 vs. €7.95) — so you essentially get the dimming function at no extra cost. This is an excellent choice if you might need adjustability in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notice product-notice--success\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Premium grade — 5-year warranty, 25,000 h lifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSylvania's Superia series is designed for \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional-grade durability\u003c\/strong\u003e: 67% longer lifespan (25,000 h vs. Retro 15,000 h), 2× more switching cycles (over 100,000), and a 5-year warranty (vs. 3 years).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces a traditional 40W GU5.3 base halogen lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLamp type: LED MR16 spotlight (Superia DIM, professional use, dimmable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Sylvania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: RefLED Superia Retro MR16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBase: GU5.3 (two-pin, 5.3 mm pin spacing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 12 V AC\/DC (requires transformer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 5 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLuminous flux: 460 lm (2700K and 3000K) \/ 480 lm (4000K and 6500K)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eColor temperature: \u003cstrong\u003e2700 K, 3000 K, 4000 K or 6500 K\u003c\/strong\u003e (selectable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBeam angle: 36° (wide spotlight)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eColor Rendering Index (CRI): 80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLifespan: \u003cstrong\u003e25,000 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSwitching cycles: \u003cstrong\u003eover 100,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLamp construction: all-glass body (no plastic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: 12V transformers (magnetic or electronic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimmable: Yes\u003c\/strong\u003e (with approved LED-compatible dimmers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: \u003cstrong\u003e5 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 44 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 50 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eProduct codes: 2700K = 0031817 \/ 3000K = 0031818 \/ 4000K = 0031819 \/ 6500K = 0031820\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ 6500K MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITY 6 PCS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePURCHASES OF UNDER 6 PCS ARE POSSIBLE, PLEASE CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimmable — what does this mean in practice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lamp is designed to work with \u003cstrong\u003edimmers\u003c\/strong\u003e — you can adjust the light level steplessly between minimum and maximum brightness. Important notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn LED-compatible dimmer circuit is required\u003c\/strong\u003e — old halogen dimmers may not work reliably with this lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimming may cause slight flickering or stuttering\u003c\/strong\u003e at low power levels — this is a common phenomenon in LED dimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe minimum power threshold\u003c\/strong\u003e is typically around 10–15% — below this, the lamp may turn off completely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sylvania maintains a list of approved dimmers; contact our customer service if in doubt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible dimmers can be found in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/himmentimet\"\u003eElectrical Supplies → Dimmers\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical applications for dimmed lamps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestaurants and hotels\u003c\/strong\u003e — dimmer lighting during the evening, brighter during the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHouseholds\u003c\/strong\u003e — ambient lighting for living rooms and bedrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeeting rooms\u003c\/strong\u003e — light adjustment during presentations and video conferences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eShops and gallery display areas\u003c\/strong\u003e — highlighting different product categories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome theaters and entertainment areas\u003c\/strong\u003e — light level during movies and video games\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperia MR16 DIM series — when to choose 5W vs 6.1W?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSylvania offers two power ratings in the Superia MR16 DIM series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis 5W DIM (460\/480 lm):\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces a 40W halogen — general lighting, ambient lighting, slightly softer light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sylvania-refled-superia-retro-mr16-gu5-3-6-1w-himmennettava\"\u003e6.1W DIM (621 lm)\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces a 50W halogen — more powerful spotlighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the wattage of your old halogen lamp — choose the correct model based on that. If the old lamp was 35–40W, choose this 5W model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimmable vs non-dimmable — only a €0.10 price difference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSylvania has priced this dimmable model \u003cstrong\u003eexceptionally close\u003c\/strong\u003e to the non-dimmable version:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sylvania-refled-superia-retro-mr16-gu5-3-4-6w\"\u003e4.6W non-dimmable\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e €7.95\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis 5W dimmable:\u003c\/strong\u003e €8.05 (+€0.10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, you get \u003cstrong\u003edimming capability almost for free\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is exceptional — the standard price difference for dimmability is +€1–2. We recommend choosing the dimmable model if there is even a chance that you might want to add a dimmer in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 color temperature variants — for all purposes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e2700K (extra-warm, like incandescent bulb):\u003c\/strong\u003e households, restaurants, hotels, vintage fixtures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e3000K (warm white):\u003c\/strong\u003e the most common for ambient lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e4000K (cool white):\u003c\/strong\u003e offices, meeting rooms, shops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e6500K (daylight):\u003c\/strong\u003e museums, gallery staff rooms, areas requiring precise work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMR16 size with 44 mm diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lamp is a compact MR16 version — slightly smaller (44 mm) than standard MR16 (51 mm), but maintains MR16 compatibility with its GU5.3 base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequires a 12V transformer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 12V low-voltage lamp that requires a 12V transformer to operate. Works with both magnetic and electronic transformers, but compatibility with electronic transformers depends on the exact transformer model. Common compatible brands are Helvar, Tridonic, Osram, Ledvance, and Vossloh-Schwabe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransformer and dimmer — both must be LED-compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a dimmable system, both components must be LED-compatible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransformer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V LED-compatible (magnetic or electronic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimmer:\u003c\/strong\u003e LED-compatible — old halogen dimmers may not work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible transformers can be found in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/muuntajat\"\u003eElectrical Supplies → Transformers\u003c\/a\u003e and dimmers in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/himmentimet\"\u003eElectrical Supplies → Dimmers\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the transformer power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe transformer power must correspond to the lamp. For a single 5W lamp, the transformer should be at least about 7W (reserve a small margin). For multiple lamps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e5 lamps = 25W → transformer at least 30W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e10 lamps = 50W → transformer at least 60W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e20 lamps = 100W → transformer at least 120W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlass body — premium quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe all-glass body produces more even light distribution than plastic, does not yellow over time, and provides a halogen-like appearance — fitting seamlessly into traditional light fixtures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces 40W GU5.3 halogen — 88% energy savings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 5W LED produces the same light output (460–480 lm) as a traditional 40W GU5.3 halogen. Energy savings are approximately \u003cstrong\u003e88%\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the lifespan is 6–12 times longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e36° beam angle — wide spotlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlood-class spotlight, suitable for general lighting, ambient lighting, and spotlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation checklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that the fixture has a GU5.3 base (not GU4 or GU10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that a 12V transformer is in use (magnetic or electronic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that the transformer power is sufficient for the total power of the lamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck that the dimmer is LED-compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e (if in use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that the fixture dimensions (44 mm diameter, 50 mm length) fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off the power before installation — do not touch the lamp glass with your fingers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the lamp and turn on the power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTest the dimming function at different levels — check that the lamp does not flicker annoyingly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, check out our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/gu5-3-led-kohdelamput\"\u003eother GU5.3 LED spotlights\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/himmentimet\"\u003edimmers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Sylvania","offers":[{"title":"5W \/ 2700K \/ GU5.3","offer_id":56571933458776,"sku":"0031817","price":8.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5W \/ 3000K \/ GU5.3","offer_id":56571933491544,"sku":"0031818","price":8.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5W \/ 4000K \/ GU5.3","offer_id":56571933524312,"sku":"0031819","price":8.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5W \/ 6500K \/ GU5.3","offer_id":56571933557080,"sku":"0081820","price":9.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/2171\/6917\/files\/0031813.jpg?v=1769001565","url":"https:\/\/lomenled.com\/en\/products\/sylvania-refled-superia-retro-mr16-gu5-3-5w-himmennettava","provider":"Lumenled Oy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}