PHILIPS 75W EYC Halogen MR16 3000K | 40° Flood | 12V Low Voltage | GU5.3 Base

Philips EYC Precise Halogen MR16 is a professional-grade 75W reflector lamp designed for high-intensity accent and task lighting. Engineered with a dichroic coating to dissipate heat through the back of the reflector, this 40-degree flood lamp provides a crisp 3000K warm white light and a perfect 100 CRI, making it the industry standard for retail, gallery, and hospitality environments where color accuracy is critical.

Product Overview

The Philips EYC halogen MR16 remains a staple for lighting designers who require the punch and sparkle that only high-wattage halogen can provide. With a 40-degree flood beam, it delivers a smooth, uniform light distribution that is ideal for illuminating larger displays or providing general ambient light in low-voltage track systems. Its open-face design ensures maximum light transmission, while the dichroic reflector helps protect heat-sensitive objects by projecting cool-beam light forward.

• Perfect Color Rendering: A CRI of 100 ensures that merchandise, artwork, and textures are seen in their truest light, with no color distortion.
• Dichroic Heat Management: Specially coated reflector reflects light forward while allowing infrared heat to pass through the back of the lamp, keeping illuminated objects cooler.
• Precise Beam Control: The 40° beam spread offers a versatile balance between a tight spot and a wide wash, perfect for retail shelving and museum floodlighting.
• Dimmable Performance: Unlike many LED alternatives, this halogen lamp provides smooth, continuous dimming to 0% with compatible low-voltage dimmers.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Philips
• ANSI Code: EYC
• Model Number: Q75MR16FL40
• Wattage: 75W
• Voltage: 12V (Low Voltage)
• Base Type: GU5.3 (2-Pin Plug-in)
• Bulb Shape: MR16 (2-inch diameter)
• Color Temperature: 3000K (Warm White Halogen)
• Beam Spread: 40° Flood
• Initial Lumens: 1,410 lm
• CRI: 100
• Rated Average Life: 3,000 hours
• Dimensions: 1.875" (MOL) x 2.00" (DIA)

Before You Order

• Low Voltage (12V): This lamp cannot be connected directly to 120V power. It must be used in fixtures equipped with a 12V step-down transformer.
• Transformer Capacity: Ensure your transformer is rated for at least 75 watts. Exceeding the transformer’s capacity will cause it to overheat or fail.
• Open Face Design: This lamp does not have a front glass cover. If your fixture is not enclosed, ensure it is rated for use with non-shielded MR16 lamps.
• Handling: Never touch the inner quartz capsule or the reflector glass with bare hands. Finger oils can cause the lamp to shatter when it reaches operating temperature. Use a clean cloth or gloves during installation.

Additional Information

The Philips EYC is a high-output halogen lamp that offers a significant brightness advantage over standard 50W MR16s. It is commonly used as a direct replacement for Sylvania 58311 or GE 20850. While many facilities are transitioning to LED, the 75W EYC is still preferred in specific gallery and jewelry applications where the unique "sparkle" and 100 CRI of a high-wattage halogen filament are irreplaceable.