Product Overview
Philips 38701-9 F48T12/D/ALTO — 39W T12 Daylight Fluorescent Lamp | 6500K | 2,500 Lumens | Single Pin (Instant Start)
The Philips 38701-9 F48T12/D/ALTO is a 39W T12 fluorescent lamp delivering 2,500 initial lumens at 6500K Daylight (CRI 79). It uses a Single Pin (Instant Start) base and is designed as a Slimline / Instant Start lamp for slimline instant-start ballast fixtures.
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WATTAGE / TYPE
39W / T12
Slimline / Instant Start
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COLOR TEMP
6500K
Daylight
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INITIAL LUMENS
2,500
lm
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RATED LIFE
9,000 hr
Rated Average
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BASE TYPE
Single Pin (Instant Start)
Confirm Socket
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Philips |
| Product Code / Model | 38701-9 / F48T12/D/ALTO |
| Lamp Type | Fluorescent — T12 Slimline / Instant Start |
| Wattage | 39W |
| Base | Single Pin (Instant Start) |
| Color Temperature | 6500K Daylight |
| CRI | 79 |
| Initial Lumens | 2,500 lm |
| Design (Mean) Lumens | ~2,200 (approx.) lm |
| Rated Average Life | 9,000 hr |
| Length | 48" |
| Bulb Diameter | 1.5" (T12) |
| Package Quantity | 30 |
| Required Ballast | Slimline instant-start ballast |
Product Overview
The Philips 38701-9 F48T12/D/ALTO is a 39W T12 slimline / instant start fluorescent lamp delivering 2,500 initial lumens (~2,200 (approx.) lm design/mean) at 6500K Daylight, CRI 79. It is built for commercial and industrial fixtures where lamp length, base type, ballast type, wattage, and color temperature must match the existing system.
This lamp is best suited for maintenance replacement in offices, warehouses, retail stores, schools, garages, production areas, and utility spaces. Before ordering, confirm the Single Pin (Instant Start) base, 39W wattage, and 6500K color temperature against your existing lamp or fixture label.
Compatible Applications
- Commercial fixture maintenance and retrofit replacement.
- Warehouses, loading docks, production areas, and utility rooms.
- Retail stores, schools, offices, corridors, and service spaces.
- Replacement for compatible F48T12 fluorescent fixtures.
Before Ordering – Verify
- Confirm the existing lamp matches F48T12/D/ALTO or an approved equivalent before ordering.
- Confirm the fixture socket matches the Single Pin (Instant Start) base.
- Confirm wattage (39W) and ballast type (Slimline instant-start ballast) are compatible.
- Confirm color temperature (6500K Daylight) matches your project spec.
- Confirm physical length (48", 1.5" T12 diameter) fits your fixture.
Safety and Handling Guidelines
- Disconnect power before installing or servicing.
- Use only in fixtures designed for compatible F48T12 T12 fluorescent lamps and the correct ballast type.
- Fluorescent lamps contain mercury and should be recycled or disposed of according to local regulations.
- Follow the fixture manufacturer's instructions and local electrical codes for installation.
Compliance
- Manufactured by Philips Lighting.
- Contains mercury — dispose of/recycle per local regulations.
Ordering Information
- Product Code / Model: 38701-9 / F48T12/D/ALTO
- Description: 39W T12 Daylight fluorescent lamp, 6500K, 2,500 lumens, Single Pin (Instant Start) base.
- Package Quantity (manufacturer case pack): 30.
For wholesale pricing, bulk availability, or help confirming the correct replacement lamp, contact ADL Supply at 1-800-235-3489.
