MR18 Bulbs

If in the market for specialty MR bulbs, there are a variety of choices available. Some are more common than others, making them readily available at a variety of stores or online. However, for less common bulbs such as the MR18 bulb, doing primary searching and purchasing online might be the most efficient way to find the right bulb.  

MR18 bulbs boast of a variety of advantages, the most prominent being their ability to provide a distinctly clear white light. The "18" in MR18 indicates the diameter of the bulb. For example, the "18" represents a measurement of 18/8 of an inch. This ultimately means that the diameter of the MR18 bulb is 2.25 inches. Most MR18 bulbs feature GX7.9 2 pin bases as well as have an approximate color temperature of 3,400k. The color temperature allows for the bulb to provide the crisp white light that it is known for.  

Uses for the MR18 bulb vary. They can be found in projectors as well as medical equipment and the like but are most commonly used in the entertainment industry for stage lighting.  

Because an MR18 bulb is a halogen bulb, they operate at extremely high temperatures and require care and safety precautions during use and should only be used with lamps that are made for these particular types of bulbs. Remember to regularly clean the MR18 bulb to ensure maximum longevity as well as the best white light clarity.  

Check in stores and online for the most competitive prices on MR18 bulbs to get the best deals for the best quality product. With a retail price of around forty dollars a bulb, online prices can range anywhere from fifteen dollars to forty dollars depending on the type of bulb, the store and promotional deals.