What does MR11 mean on a light bulb?
Jessica Cortez
Updated on April 04, 2026
11/8 inches
Size Matters. The size of each MR bulb is indicated in the name itself, with the number at the end of the bulb’s name standing for how many eighths of an inch wide the bulb measures. For example, the MR11 is 11/8 inches, while the MR16 is 16/8 inches wide.
Are MR11 bulbs AC or DC?
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What size is MR11 bulb?
11⁄8 inches
MR lamps are designated by symbols such as MR16 where the diameter is represented by numerals indicating units of eighths of an inch. Common sizes for general lighting are MR16 (16⁄8 inches, 51 mm) and MR11 ( 11⁄8 inches, 35 mm), with MR20 ( 20⁄8 inches, 64 mm) and MR8 ( 8⁄8 inch, 25 mm) used in specialty applications.
Is MR11 the same as GU4?
GU4 Bulbs are the base for the MR11 Bulb shape. The MR11/GU4 is a spotlight style bulb measuring 33mm in diameter. Since GU4 LED Bulbs operate at 12 volts, they’ll need a transformer to ensure they function correctly.
Is MR11 same as GU10?
MR11 – the small but bright MR11 halogen or LED light bulb utilizes a GU4 2 pin fitting. The GU10 fitting is 2 pin is 10mm apart and only used only in the GU10 light bulb , other variants including compact fluorescent lighting – CFL have used the GU10 as a fitting.
Do G4 LED bulbs need a transformer?
As mentioned before, most of the G4 LEDs operate on DC voltage, so they will need a different power supply or transformer to operate. While all the halogen lights operate on AC, it is very important to check the compatibility of the fixture with the LED light. Both should be either AC or DC, but never different.
What is the purpose of MR11 in SAP?
MR11 is used to correct for a difference in GR and invoice quantity when the GR Qty is correct and the invoice Qty is incorrect. Wherever possible, the best approach to errors in quantity is to correct the underlying problem using reversals and re-postings rather than execution of MR11.
Can you replace G4 halogen with LED?
G4 Bulb Type LEDs are a simple replacement for your G4 Pin Type Halogen Globes. When using the Disc Type LED replacements you need to determine the pin configuration for your light fitting, these will be either a Side Pin or a Back Pin arrangement.