Multifaceted Reflector (MR) bulbs are a type of LED bulb encased in a reflective housing. CyberTech MR16 bulbs have aluminum housing for durability and better heat dissipation.
MR16 LEDs are best used for directional and spot lighting. Track lighting and recessed can lighting, both commercial and residential, are common applications for MR16s.
MR16 and PAR16 bulbs have a lot of similarities. For instance, they both have the same diameter as indicated by the number next to the bulb type: 16 (2.5 inches). CyberTech’s MR16 and PAR16 bulbs also both have durable aluminum housing to dissipate excess heat and protect them from outside damage.
However, MR16 and PAR16 bulbs have different applications: