Product Overview
The GE Ecolux 97580 F18DBX/841/ECO Double Biax Lamp is a high-efficiency, 18-watt plug-in compact fluorescent (CFL) tube engineered for space-constrained commercial downlights and public task fixtures. Delivering an impressive 1,250 initial lumens of crisp 4100K cool white illumination, this quad-tube lamp features an 82 CRI rating to maximize visual acuity and occupant alertness. Outfitted with an industry-standard G24d-2 2-pin base containing an integrated internal glow-switch starting component, it provides a reliable 12,000-hour rated average service life over standard commercial operating cycles.
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Wattage
18W
Double Biax CFL
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Color Temp
4100K
841 Cool White
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Brightness
1,250 lm
980 lm Mean
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Base Type
G24d-2
2-Pin Plug-In
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Rated Life
12,000
Standard Hours
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ADL Supply Expert Application & Replacement Guide
The GE Ecolux 97580 is a traditional commercial maintenance staple relied upon for retrofitting and replacing burned-out lamps within recessed commercial downlights, building public hallways, hospitality guest lanes, restaurant kitchens, and interior security wall sconces. Outputting a crisp 4100K cool white daylight tone, it aids visual concentration, eye tracking, and general safety in active public spaces and demanding task environments.
Critical Ballast Selection Note for Maintenance Crews: This lamp features a specialized G24d-2 2-pin plug-in base setup. It houses an integrated internal glow-switch starter block and is engineered to operate **strictly on traditional magnetic ballast networks**. Attempting to source or pair this 2-pin module with an electronic high-frequency ballast circuit will trigger immediate electrical faults, causing rapid lamp flickering or severe starter breakdown. This module cannot be used in dimming fixtures and supports a universal burning orientation for quick horizontal or vertical installation in shallow pans.
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Buyer Verification Notice
2-Pin vs. 4-Pin Socket Mismatch Warning & Shipping Restrictions
This item utilizes a 2-pin G24d-2 base built for magnetic ballasts and is non-dimmable. If your fixture is driven by an electronic ballast or incorporates light-level dimming controls, you require the 4-pin alternative layout (G24q-2 base version 97601). These base configurations feature completely non-interchangeable center alignment keys. Verify your socket count prior to checking out.
State Delivery Restrictions: Due to local mercury and environmental regulations, this fluorescent product cannot be shipped to CA, CO, HI, ME, MN, OR, RI, or VT. |
Detailed Product Specifications
- Brand: GE Lighting (Current / Savant)
- Product Series Line: Ecolux Double Biax Series
- GE Order Code Catalog SKU: 97580
- Manufacturer Part Identification Number: F18DBX/841/ECO
- UPC Barcode Number: 043168975803
- Core Technology: Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL) — Quad-Tube Layout
- Primary Industry Ballast Requirement: 18W 2-Pin Magnetic Ballast
- Operational Wattage: 18 Watts
- Operating Voltage Profile: Ballast Dependent (Nominal 100V Lamp Operating Voltage)
- Initial Luminous Flux: 1,250 Lumens
- Mean Luminous Flux: 980 Lumens (78% Maintenance Scale)
- Luminous Efficacy: 69 Lumens per Watt (LPW)
- Color Temperature Configuration: 4100K Cool White (841 Code)
- Color Rendering Index (CRI): 82 Ra
- Base Configuration: G24d-2 (2-Pin Plug-In Alignment Key)
- Start Type Parameter: Preheat / Magnetic Control Gear Compatible
- Dimmable Status: Non-Dimmable
- Maximum Overall Length (MOL): 6.06" Inches (154mm)
- Maximum Width Footprint: 3.4" Inches (86mm)
- Chassis Burn Position: Universal — Any Orientation Allowed
- Environmental Standing: TCLP Compliant (Low-Mercury Ecolux Formulation)
- Standard Wholesaler Case Pack: 50 units per box
Operation, Safety & Mounting Compliance
Magnetic Ballast Integration Boundaries
This 18W plug-in capsule operates strictly on matching magnetic preheat core-and-coil control circuits. Forcing a G24d-2 lamp directly onto standard unballasted line voltage lines will bypass circuit containment, leading to immediate cathode blowout and an electrical hazard. Confirm that the physical plastic orientation key on your socket accommodates the dual pins without physical modification before toggling line controllers. Built-in end-of-life protection prevents rupture; the lamp will gradually darken at the neck when nearing total hour expiration.
Mercury Stewardship and Disposal Regulations
Featuring GE's specialized Ecolux design, this lamp successfully satisfies federal Toxic Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) test benchmarks due to its low trace mercury payload. While optimized for green auditing standards, it still contains small amounts of hazardous mercury elements and must be managed via automated commercial bulk recycling channels during building retrofits rather than general landfill waste facilities.
Commercial Ballast Industry Cross-References
- Sylvania Quicktronic: CF18DD/841 (Order Code 20673)
- Philips Advance: PL-C 18W/841/2P / ALTO Series (Order Code 383125)
- Osram: Dulux D 18W/841
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