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LED HID Retrofit Lamps are designed to replace traditional High-Intensity Discharge (HID) lamps, such as metal halide and mercury vapor lamps. These retrofit bulbs offer significant energy savings, improved light quality, and a longer lifespan compared to the HID options. They are available in various wattages, color temperatures, and beam angles to suit different lighting applications. LED HID retrofit lamps are commonly used in commercial and industrial settings, such as warehouses, factories, and parking garages. These bulbs can help businesses reduce their energy consumption, lower maintenance costs, and improve overall lighting efficiency.

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What is an LED HID retrofit lamp?

An LED HID retrofit lamp is a direct LED replacement for traditional high-intensity discharge (HID) lamps — metal halide, high-pressure sodium (HPS), and mercury vapor. It screws into the same socket as your existing HID bulb, letting you upgrade to LED without replacing the entire fixture. For commercial operators, this means lower energy and maintenance costs with minimal disruption to the building or facility.

Which HID lamps can these replace?

Retrofit lamps are available to replace the three common HID technologies: metal halide (probostat and pulse-start), high-pressure sodium (the yellow/amber lamps common in roadways and parking lots), and mercury vapor. When selecting a lamp, match it to the HID type you're replacing as well as the wattage and base. Most product listings specify exactly which HID lamps a given LED equivalent is rated to replace.

What's the difference between "plug-and-play" and "ballast-bypass" lamps?

This is the most important distinction for commercial buyers:

Plug-and-play (ballast-compatible): The lamp works with your existing HID ballast — you simply swap the bulb. Installation is fast and requires no rewiring, which keeps labor costs low. The trade-off is that the ballast continues to draw a small amount of power and remains a future point of failure.
Ballast-bypass (line voltage / direct wire): The ballast is removed or bypassed and the lamp wires directly to line voltage. This eliminates ballast energy losses and a failure point, delivering the best long-term efficiency — but it requires a qualified electrician and more labor up front.

For large installations, many facilities start with plug-and-play for speed and move to ballast-bypass when the ballast eventually fails or during a scheduled rewire.

Will an LED HID retrofit lamp work with my existing ballast?

Only if the lamp is specifically listed as ballast-compatible and matched to your ballast type. Plug-and-play lamps are typically certified for use with specific ballast families (e.g., certain metal halide or HPS ballasts). Always verify the compatibility list on the product specification sheet. If the lamp is ballast-bypass only, the ballast must be removed or bypassed before installation.

How do I choose the right wattage replacement?

Don't match LED wattage to HID wattage — match the light output (lumens) and the application. Because LEDs are far more efficient, a 150W LED retrofit can often replace a 400W metal halide lamp. The most reliable approach is to compare delivered lumens and target foot-candle levels for the space. Product listings usually state the HID wattage each LED lamp is designed to replace (e.g., "240W LED — replaces up to 1000W HID").

What base types are available?

The most common are the medium screw base (E26) for lower-wattage applications and the mogul base (E39, sometimes E40 in international markets) for higher-wattage HID fixtures. Choose the base that matches your existing socket. Some lamps include adapters, but it's best to confirm the native base.

How much energy can a commercial site expect to save?

Typical energy savings range from roughly 40% to 65% compared to the HID lamp being replaced, depending on the technology and whether the ballast is bypassed. Savings come from higher efficacy (more lumens per watt), elimination of ballast losses (in bypass installations), and the ability to pair LEDs with controls. Maintenance savings are often just as significant, since LED service life is several times longer than HID.

What's the typical payback period?

Payback varies with run hours, local electricity rates, labor costs, and available rebates, but many commercial retrofits pay back within 1–3 years. High-run-hour applications such as warehouses, manufacturing, and 24/7 parking facilities tend to see the fastest returns. We recommend running an ROI calculation using your actual rate ($/kWh), operating hours, and fixture count.

Are these lamps eligible for utility rebates?

Often, yes — but eligibility usually depends on the lamp being DLC listed (DesignLights Consortium). Most commercial utility rebate and incentive programs require DLC qualification to approve a rebate. Rebate amounts and program rules vary by utility and region and change over time, so confirm current eligibility with your local utility or energy provider before purchasing. Look for the DLC Qualified Products List (QPL) listing on the product page.

What certifications should I look for?

For commercial and industrial use, prioritize:

UL Listing or UL Recognition (or equivalent safety certification) for code compliance and electrical safety.
DLC qualification for utility rebate eligibility.
FCC compliance to limit electromagnetic interference.

Specification-grade buyers may also look at the photometric (IES) files, LM-79 and LM-80 test data, and the lamp's safety rating for the intended environment.

Can LED HID retrofit lamps be used in enclosed fixtures?

Only if the lamp is rated for enclosed fixtures. Heat management is critical for LED longevity, and enclosed fixtures trap heat. Many HID retrofit lamps are designed with this in mind and carry an enclosed-rating, but some are not. Always check the enclosed-fixture rating before installing in a sealed luminaire, especially outdoors or in high-ambient-temperature environments.

What color temperatures are available?

Common options range from warm white (around 3000K) through neutral (4000K) to cool daylight (5000K and 5700K). For most commercial and industrial spaces — warehouses, parking, manufacturing — 4000K to 5000K is popular because it provides crisp, high-visibility light. Roadway and security applications often favor 5000K. Choose based on the visual task, the surrounding lighting, and any corporate or municipal color standards.

Are these lamps dimmable?

Some are and some aren't, and dimming behavior depends heavily on the installation type. Ballast-bypass lamps can often be paired with compatible 0-10V or line-voltage controls, while plug-and-play lamps are generally limited by the existing ballast. If dimming or controls integration is a requirement, confirm the dimming protocol and compatible control gear on the spec sheet before buying.

What is the typical lifespan and warranty?

LED HID retrofit lamps commonly carry rated lifespans of 50,000 hours or more, compared to roughly 10,000–24,000 hours for HID lamps. Commercial-grade products typically come with multi-year warranties (often 5 years). Longer rated life translates directly into fewer relamping cycles and reduced maintenance labor — a major cost factor for high-fixture-count or hard-to-access installations.

Who should install them, and is special installation required?

Plug-and-play lamps can be installed by maintenance staff in the same way as changing any bulb, with the power off. Ballast-bypass lamps involve rewiring to line voltage and must be installed by a qualified, licensed electrician in accordance with local electrical codes. For any large rollout, we recommend confirming the installation method per fixture type before scheduling labor.

Does burn orientation matter?

It can. Some HID retrofit lamps are rated for universal (any) burn position, while others specify base-up, base-down, or horizontal mounting for proper thermal performance. Check the orientation rating against how your fixtures are mounted — this is especially relevant for post-top, wall-pack, and shoebox fixtures.

What applications are these lamps best suited for?

Common commercial and industrial applications include warehouses and high-bay spaces, manufacturing floors, parking lots and garages, roadway and area lighting, gas station canopies, sports and recreation facilities, and security/flood lighting. The best lamp for each depends on mounting height, required light levels, fixture type, and whether the location is wet, damp, or high-temperature.

Will LED retrofits cause flicker or electrical interference?

Quality commercial-grade lamps are engineered to minimize these issues. Look for low total harmonic distortion (THD), a high power factor (typically ≥0.9), and FCC compliance to limit electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference. Low flicker is particularly important in spaces with cameras, rotating machinery, or sensitive equipment. These specifications are listed on spec-grade product data sheets.

Why retrofit instead of replacing the entire fixture?

Retrofitting lets you capture most of the energy and maintenance savings of LED at a fraction of the cost and downtime of a full fixture replacement. There's no need to remove and re-mount luminaires or run new wiring beyond ballast bypass, which keeps both material and labor costs down. Full fixture replacement may still make sense when the existing housings are damaged, badly outdated, or when you need controls and optics that a lamp alone can't provide — but for many facilities, retrofit lamps deliver the best return on investment

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Eiko 16332 HIDF-PS45-850-U-EX39 30/38/45 Watt Power Selectable ED28 LED HID Replacement Filament Lamp, 5000K, Mogul Base, 120-277 Volt

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Eiko 30/38/45 Watt Power Selectable ED28 LED HID Replacement Filament Lamp, 5000K, Mogul Base, 120-277 Volt

SKU: 16332 | Ordering Code: HIDF-PS45-850-U-EX39 | UPC: 031293163325

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Mogul (E39) Base
5850/7400/8750 Lumens
Bright White Bulb Color
5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
30/38/45W
ED-28 Shape
120-277 Volts
3.6" Diameter
9.9" Long
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$58.29each

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Westgate HBL-80-120W-MCT-E39 Wattage & Color Selectable LED High Bay Lamp, 12,000-18,000 Lumens

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Westgate Wattage & Color Selectable LED High Bay Lamp, 12,000-18,000 Lumens

SKU: HBL-80-120W-MCT-E39 | Ordering Code: HBL-80-120W-MCT-E39 | UPC: 845060092486

Mogul (E39) Base
12000/15000/18000 Lumens
Bright White/Cool White/Soft White Bulb Color
3000/4000/5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
80/100/120W
120-277 Volts
9.1" Diameter
9.2" Long
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$138.99each

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Commercial LED L54W5KHTCLC11 CLC11-54W-H2-E-50K 54W Paddle Style LED Retrofit Lamp, Power Selectable, 5000K, E39 Base, DLC Listed

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Commercial LED 54W Paddle Style LED Retrofit Lamp, Power Selectable, 5000K, E39 Base, DLC Listed

SKU: L54W5KHTCLC11 | Ordering Code: CLC11-54W-H2-E-50K | UPC: 850018508254

DLC Listed

Mogul (E39) Base
5220/6525/7830 Lumens
Bright White Bulb Color
5000K Color Temp
70 CRI
36/45/54W
Paddle Shape
120-277 Volts
4.5" Diameter
3.4" High
9.6" Long
4.5" Wide
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$59.99each

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Light Efficient Design LED-8024M345-G7-FW FlexWatt + FlexColor 35/45/60 Watt LED Corn Bulb, Replaces 175 - 320 Watts, Ballast Bypass, E39 Base

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Light Efficient Design FlexWatt + FlexColor 35/45/60 Watt LED Corn Bulb, Replaces 175 - 320 Watts, Ballast Bypass, E39 Base

SKU: LED-8024M345-G7-FW | Ordering Code: LED-8024M345-G7-FW | UPC: 844006060725

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Mogul (E39) Base
5290/6510/8790 Lumens
Bright White/Cool White/Soft White Bulb Color
3000/4000/5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
35/45/60W
Post Top Shape
120-277 Volts
3.4" Diameter
7.4" Long
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$81.99each

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Satco 13.5 Watt Clear LED HID Retrofit Lamp, 2200K, ED17 Shape, 120-277V

SKU: S13180 | Ordering Code: 13.5W/LED/HID/ED17/822/E26/CL | UPC: 045923131806

Medium (E26) Base
1700 Lumens
Warm White Bulb Color
2200K Color Temp
80 CRI
13.5W
ED-17 Shape
120-277 Volts
2.1" Diameter
5.8" Long
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$18.29each

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Green Creative 37932 34HID/8CCTS/277V/E26/DIM/SD 34W PS-30, 120-277V Color Select, Adjustable Lumen Output, Enclosed Fixture Rated, E26 Base

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Green Creative 34W PS-30, 120-277V Color Select, Adjustable Lumen Output, Enclosed Fixture Rated, E26 Base

SKU: 37932 | Ordering Code: 34HID/8CCTS/277V/E26/DIM/SD | UPC: 790492379325

Medium (E26) Base
5000 Lumens
Bright White/Cool White/Soft White Bulb Color
3000/4000/5000K Color Temp
82 CRI
23/30/34W
PS-30 Shape
120-277 Volts
3.8" Diameter
8" Long
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$42.59each

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Eiko 13381 L45WED28-GC-830-U-EX39 45W ED28 LED HID Replacement Filament Lamp, 3000K, Mogul Base, 120-277 Volt

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Eiko 45W ED28 LED HID Replacement Filament Lamp, 3000K, Mogul Base, 120-277 Volt

SKU: 13381 | Ordering Code: L45WED28-GC-830-U-EX39 | UPC: 031293133816

Mogul (E39) Base
7500 Lumens
Soft White Bulb Color
3000K Color Temp
80 CRI
45W
ED-28 Shape
120-277 Volts
3.5" Diameter
9" Long
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$45.99each

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Green Creative 37930 24HID/8CCTS/277V/E26/DIM/SD Dimmable 24W A-23 LED Bulb, Color And Wattage Selectable, Enclosed Rated, E26 Base

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Green Creative Dimmable 24W A-23 LED Bulb, Color And Wattage Selectable, Enclosed Rated, E26 Base

SKU: 37930 | Ordering Code: 24HID/8CCTS/277V/E26/DIM/SD

Medium (E26) Base
2200/2300/2800/2900/3100/3200 Lumens
Bright White/Cool White/Soft White Bulb Color
3000/4000/5000K Color Temp
82 CRI
16/21/24W
A-23 Shape
120-277 Volts
3.3" Diameter
6.3" Long
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$25.99each

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Keystone KT-LED35A25-O-E26-850-DIM /G2 Dimmable 35W 120-277V 5000K A25/PS30 LED Bulb, Enclosed Fixture Rated, E26 Base

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Keystone Dimmable 35W 120-277V 5000K A25/PS30 LED Bulb, Enclosed Fixture Rated, E26 Base

SKU: KT-LED35A25-O-E26-850-DIM /G2 | Ordering Code: KT-LED35A25-O-E26-850-DIM /G2

Medium (E26) Base
5000 Lumens
Bright White Bulb Color
5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
35W
A-25 Shape
120-277 Volts
3.7" Diameter
8" Long
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$39.99each

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TCP LHID17550 Non-Dimmable 65W 5000K T-140 High Bay LED Bulb, Ballast Bypass, Enclosed and Wet Rated

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TCP Non-Dimmable 65W 5000K T-140 High Bay LED Bulb, Ballast Bypass, Enclosed and Wet Rated

SKU: LHID17550 | Ordering Code: LHID17550 | UPC: 762148176053

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Mogul (E39) Base
9000 Lumens
Bright White Bulb Color
5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
65W
T-140 Shape
120-277 Volts
5.2" Diameter
10.3" Long
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$42.99each

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Satco Products, Inc. S28737 20WA21/LED/3CCT/120-277V Satco 20 Watt, 150 Watt Equivalent, 120-277V Color Selectable A-21 LED Bulb, Enclosed Fixture Rated, E26 Base

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Satco 20 Watt, 150 Watt Equivalent, 120-277V Color Selectable A-21 LED Bulb, Enclosed Fixture Rated, E26 Base

SKU: S28737 | Ordering Code: 20WA21/LED/3CCT/120-277V | UPC: 045923287374

Medium (E26) Base
2760/2860/3020 Lumens
Bright White/Cool White/Warm White Bulb Color
2700/4000/5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
15W
A-21 Shape
120-277 Volts
2.5" Diameter
5" Long
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$25.95each

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Light Efficient Design LED-8029E345-A-FW FlexWatt + FlexColor 12/18/24 Watt LED Corn Bulb, Replaces 70-150 Watts, Ballast Bypass, E26 Base

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Light Efficient Design FlexWatt + FlexColor 12/18/24 Watt LED Corn Bulb, Replaces 70-150 Watts, Ballast Bypass, E26 Base

SKU: LED-8029E345-A-FW | Ordering Code: LED-8029E345-A-FW | UPC: 844006060671

Medium (E26) Base
1610/2560/3330 Lumens
Bright White/Cool White/Soft White Bulb Color
3000/4000/5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
12/18/24W
Post Top Shape
120-277 Volts
3" Diameter
6.6" Long
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$59.99each

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TCP LHID15040 Non-Dimmable 40W 4000K T-140 High Bay LED Bulb, Ballast Bypass, Enclosed and Wet Rated

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TCP Non-Dimmable 40W 4000K T-140 High Bay LED Bulb, Ballast Bypass, Enclosed and Wet Rated

SKU: LHID15040 | Ordering Code: LHID15040 | UPC: 762148176008

Medium (E26) Base
5850 Lumens
Cool White Bulb Color
4000K Color Temp
80 CRI
40W
T-140 Shape
120-277 Volts
4.4" Diameter
8.5" Long
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$33.99each

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Keystone KT-LED33PSPAR38-F-850 33/25/18 Watt Power Selectable PAR38 LED Lamp, 5000K, 120-277 Volt

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Keystone 33/25/18 Watt Power Selectable PAR38 LED Lamp, 5000K, 120-277 Volt

SKU: KT-LED33PSPAR38-F-850 | Ordering Code: KT-LED33PSPAR38-F-850 | UPC: 843654135465

Medium (E26) Base
2550/3350/4120 Lumens
Bright White Bulb Color
5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
18/25/33W
PAR-38 Shape
120-277 Volts
4.7" Diameter
5" Long
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$51.99each

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TCP LHID25050 Non-Dimmable 90W 5000K T-140 High Bay LED Bulb, Ballast Bypass, Enclosed and Wet Rated

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TCP Non-Dimmable 90W 5000K T-140 High Bay LED Bulb, Ballast Bypass, Enclosed and Wet Rated

SKU: LHID25050 | Ordering Code: LHID25050 | UPC: 762148176145

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Mogul (E39) Base
12600 Lumens
Bright White Bulb Color
5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
90W
T-140 Shape
120-277 Volts
5.2" Diameter
10.3" Long
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$98.79each

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Satco Wattage and Color Selectable LED HID Replacement Lamp, E39 Base, 120-277 Volt

SKU: S13195 | Ordering Code: 25W/LED/HID/ED28/CCT/EX39/CL | UPC: 045923131950

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Mogul (E39) Base
3100/3700/4500 Lumens
Bright White/Cool White/Soft White Bulb Color
3000/4000/5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
17/20.5/25W
ED-28 Shape
120-277 Volts
3.6" Diameter
9.9" Long
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$47.95each

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Eiko 13377 L28WED23-GC-830-U-E26 28W ED-23.5 LED HID Replacement Filament Lamp, 3000K, Medium Base, 120-277 Volt

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Eiko 28W ED-23.5 LED HID Replacement Filament Lamp, 3000K, Medium Base, 120-277 Volt

SKU: 13377 | Ordering Code: L28WED23-GC-830-U-E26 | UPC: 031293133779

Medium (E26) Base
4000 Lumens
Soft White Bulb Color
3000K Color Temp
80 CRI
28W
ED-23.5 Shape
120-277 Volts
3" Diameter
7.6" Long
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$24.99each

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Satco High Wattage Selectable LED HID Replacement Lamp, 5000K, E39 Base, 120-277 Volt

SKU: S13197 | Ordering Code: 85W/LED/HID/ED37/850/EX39/CL | UPC: 045923131974

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Mogul (E39) Base
11700/13200/16500 Lumens
Bright White Bulb Color
5000K Color Temp
80 CRI
60/68/85W
ED-37 Shape
120-277 Volts
4.8" Diameter
11.5" Long
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$105.95each

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Satco 28 Watt Clear LED HID Retrofit Lamp, 2200K, ED28 Shape, 120-277V

SKU: S13186 | Ordering Code: 28W/LED/HID/ED28/822/EX39/CL | UPC: 045923131868

Mogul (E39) Base
4200 Lumens
Warm White Bulb Color
2200K Color Temp
80 CRI
28W
ED-28 Shape
120-277 Volts
3.5" Diameter
8.4" Long
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$49.99each

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Green Creative 37933 34HID/8CCTS/277V/EX39/DIM/SD 34W PS-30, 120-277V Color Select, Adjustable Lumen Output, Enclosed Fixture Rated, E39 Base, Ballast Bypass

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Green Creative 34W PS-30, 120-277V Color Select, Adjustable Lumen Output, Enclosed Fixture Rated, E39 Base, Ballast Bypass

SKU: 37933 | Ordering Code: 34HID/8CCTS/277V/EX39/DIM/SD | UPC: 790492379332

DLC Listed

Mogul (E39) Base
3200/4000/4500 Lumens
Bright White/Cool White/Soft White Bulb Color
3000/4000/5000K Color Temp
82 CRI
23/30/34W
PS-30 Shape
120-277 Volts
3.8" Diameter
8.1" Long
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$42.59each

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