Mounting for led spots

[kje]

I`ve bought some led mr16 led bulbs and want to mount/install them in the room (at the wall or ceiling). Can someone point me to a cheap mount for mr16 led?

 

[quattro98]

For GU5.3 12V bulbs, Ikea has the least expensive fixtures I've seen. For GU10 120V bulbs, there are more options since there is no transformer required.

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/search/?query=beryll

 

[kje]

Why do the GU5.3 12V bulbs require transformer?

 

[gnarly]

Mains is 120v, mr16 gu5.3 are 12v ac, so the fitting includes a transformer to step down. I think the lighting manufacturers don't like 12V fittings because it adds to their cost, but the 12V halogen bulbs do have a nice whiter light than 120V bulbs

If you are buying a new fitting of any type for LED bulbs, please make sure the bulb is properly ventilated otherwise it will fade or fail prematurely.

 

[Ken_McE]

Go to eBay, search for "mr 16 fixture". Two hundred of them to chose from.

 

[kje]

Ok, thank you! :)