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SAVE 50-65 WATTS JUST BY CHANGING YOUR BULB! 25 Watt, Warm White PAR38 Metal Halide Spot Lamp

SKU: 144774 | Ordering Code: CDM-i25w/830/PAR38/10

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Product Details

Brand

Philips Lighting Company

Energy Used

A rating, expressed in watts, to indicate the rate at which a lamp consumes energy. Also known as wattage value.
 
Energy Used
25 Watts

Bulb Shape

The description of the general appearance of a lamp/bulb consists of a letter(s) followed by a number. The letter indicates the shape of the bulb and the number relates to the diameter of the bulb in eighths of an inch. For example, a common household bulb is the A-19. The bulb is "A" shape and the diameter would be nineteen 8ths of an inch, or 2 3/8".
 
Bulb Shape
PAR-38

Base

The end (or ends) of the lamp that fits into the socket.
 
Base
Medium (E26)

Beam Spread

The width of a light beam, expressed in degrees. The beam spread is often part of the ordering code for reflector lamps. For example, a 50PAR30/HIR/NFL25 is a 50-watt PAR30 narrow flood lamp with a beam spread of 25 degrees.
 
Beam Spread
10º

Diameter (in)

Light bulbs: a measurement of a bulb's width taken at the widest point of the bulb. Fixtures: the measurement across the widest point of a circular fixture.
 
Diameter (in)
4.75

Length (in)

Also referred to as "Maximum Overall Length" (MOL). For light bulbs, it measures the length of a light bulb, from the top of the bulb to the bottom of the base or pins and is typically expressed in inches. For light fixtures and ballasts, it applies to the total horizontal length of the item.
 
Length (in)
5.375

Average Rated Life (hr)

A measurement of the average length of time, between first use and the point when 50% of the lamps tested have stopped functioning, , using an operating cycle of 3 hours on, 20 minutes off.
 
Average Rated Life (hr)
10500

Brightness (Lumens)

A rating of the inital light output of a bulb, rated after 100 hrs of operation. Lumens are a measure of how much light falls on one square foot of area, one foot away from the light source.
 
Brightness (Lumens)
1275

Finish

Light bulbs: the coating applied to the bulb causing light to be emitted in certain colors or color temperatures (see Color Temperature). Popular finishes include clear, frosted, colors (amber, blue, green, red, etc.) as well as color temperature designations ranging from warm white (2700K) to natural daylight (6500K). Fixtures: the decorative finish of the item.
 
Finish
Warm White

CRI

Color Rendering Index is an international system used to rate a lamp's ability to render object colors. The higher the CRI (based upon a 0-100 scale) the richer and more accurately colors generally appear. CRI differences among lamps are not usually visible to the eye unless the difference is more than 3-5 points.
 
CRI
87

Color Temperature (Kelvin)

An expression of the hue of the light emitted, measured in degrees Kelvin. Usually expressed by a four digit number followed by (k), such as 2700k. Higher temperatures indicate whiter, "cooler" colors, while lower temperatures indicate yellower, "warmer" colors. Some common Kelvin temperature benchmarks are 2700k (warm white), 3500k (neutral white), 4100k (cool white), 5000k (bright white), and 6500k (daylight).
 
Color Temperature (Kelvin)
3000K

GE

A General Electric brand-specific product number for an equivalent item and is provided for the purpose of cross-referencing.
 
GE
No Available Direct Offset

Osram Sylvania

An Osram Sylvania brand-specific product number for an equivalent item and is provided for the purpose of cross-referencing.
 
Osram Sylvania
No Available Direct Offset

Bulb Technology

The technology implemented by the bulb, e.g. incandescent, halogen, LED
 
Bulb Technology
Metal Halide

Product Notes: Integrated Electronic Ballast. Easy and Instant Retrofit/Upgrade from 75-90 Watt PAR Halogen by simply unscrewing the old lamp and screwing in this lamp. Three times the life while using 1/3 the energy.

Description
 
Reviews
 
Q & A

Philips MasterColor® brand 25 Watt PAR38 ceramic metal halide spot reflector lamp with medium Bipin base

  • Far superior color rendering.  Colors appear brighter and truer than with standard metal halide lamps.

  • Direct one-for-one replacement for a 75 Watt or 90 Watt PAR38 halogen lamp.  No external ballast needed.

  • Spot means 10º beam spread and a narrow beam of light.  Lamp can be farther away and still light the area effectively.

  • Warm white color for a more inviting atmosphere

  • Performance - well known brand name product at a competitive price

  • Perfect for high-end retail and commercial spaces where light quality is essential

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    Can this be used in a standard PAR38 halogen display indoor fixture, without special ballast ? Can this be used with a dimmer ?
    Asked on 11/14/2012 by sandy from Cape Cod

    1 answer

    • Bulbs.com LS1 Certified Lighting Specialist

      A:

      Yes, it can be used in your PAR38 Halogen display, see product notes: Integrated Electronic Ballast. Easy and Instant Retrofit/Upgrade from 75-90 Watt PAR Halogen by simply unscrewing the old lamp and screwing in this lamp. However, it is not for use with dimmers.

      Answered on 11/20/2012 by Anonymous
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