R16

A small reflector lamp providing a controlled pool of light for compact recessed and accent fixtures.

Available Bulb Base

A small reflector lamp providing a controlled pool of light for compact recessed and accent fixtures.

How to identify R16

R16 is a reflector lamp with a nominal face diameter of 16 eighths of an inch, or 2 inches.

Common applications

Small recessed housings, track fixtures, display cabinets, restaurants, retail accents and compact task lighting.

Technologies and base options

R16 lamps can be found in LED, incandescent and halogen technologies with differing neck lengths, finishes and beam distributions.

Technologies represented in this library: LED, Incandescent, Halogen.

Available base types: E26, E27.

Typical market availability

Technology Common wattage range Typical lumen range Common colour temperatures Common voltage options
LED 3–7 W 200–550 lm 2700K, 3000K, 4000K, 5000K 120V; 220–240V
INCANDESCENT 25–40 W 150–400 lm Approximately 2700K 120V; 220–240V
HALOGEN 25–50 W 200–550 lm Approximately 2800K–3000K 120V; 220–240V

These are representative market ranges, not guaranteed limits. Availability varies by manufacturer, voltage, base, beam, region and product generation.

How to select the correct lamp

Confirm the base, voltage, face diameter, lamp length and fixture depth before comparing beam spread, output, colour and dimming.

Compatibility and safety

An R16 may resemble a small PAR or BR lamp but will not necessarily provide the same beam control, outdoor rating or fixture fit.

Important: The library describes a lamp format, not a particular product. A shared shape does not guarantee matching voltage, base, dimensions, light distribution or control-gear requirements. Confirm the fixture label and product datasheet, or ask a Bulb World lighting specialist.

Replacement Notes

Confirm the base, voltage, face diameter, lamp length and fixture depth before comparing beam spread, output, colour and dimming.

Capability Warning

An R16 may resemble a small PAR or BR lamp but will not necessarily provide the same beam control, outdoor rating or fixture fit.

Common Market Options

led
Minimum Wattage: 3 watts
Maximum Wattage: 7 watts
Minimum Lumens: 200 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 550 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures 2700K, 3000K, 4000K, 5000K
Common Voltage Options 120V; 220–240V
incandescent
Minimum Wattage: 25 watts
Maximum Wattage: 40 watts
Minimum Lumens: 150 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 400 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures Approximately 2700K
Common Voltage Options 120V; 220–240V
halogen
Minimum Wattage: 25 watts
Maximum Wattage: 50 watts
Minimum Lumens: 200 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 550 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures Approximately 2800K–3000K
Common Voltage Options 120V; 220–240V
led
Minimum Wattage: 3 watts
Maximum Wattage: 7 watts
Minimum Lumens: 200 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 550 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures 2700K, 3000K, 4000K, 5000K
Common Voltage Options 120V; 220–240V
incandescent
Minimum Wattage: 25 watts
Maximum Wattage: 40 watts
Minimum Lumens: 150 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 400 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures Approximately 2700K
Common Voltage Options 120V; 220–240V
halogen
Minimum Wattage: 25 watts
Maximum Wattage: 50 watts
Minimum Lumens: 200 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 550 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures Approximately 2800K–3000K
Common Voltage Options 120V; 220–240V

These are common market ranges. Exact specifications vary by manufacturer and product

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