Product Overview
GE 48864 F57QBX/841/A/4P/EOL 57W Quad Biax CFL - 4100K GX24q-5 4-Pin Cool White
Specifications
- Product Code: 48864
- Ordering Code: F57QBX/841/A/4P/EOL
- Wattage: 57W High Output
- Voltage: Ballast Dependent (Electronic)
- Base Type: GX24q-5 (4-Pin Plug-In)
- Bulb Shape: T4 Quad Tube (Triple Twin Tube)
- Color Temperature: 4100K Cool White (841)
- Color Rendering Index (CRI): 82
- Initial Lumens: 4,300 lm
- Mean Lumens: 3,700 lm (at 40% rated life)
- Luminous Efficacy: 75 LPW
- Equivalent Incandescent: 250W
- Rated Life: 12,000 hours (17,000 hours extended version available)
- Maximum Overall Length (MOL): 7.1" (180mm)
- Diameter: 2.3" (58mm) plastic shell
- Minimum Starting Temperature: -20°C (-4°F) - ballast dependent
- Current: 0.32A
- Current Crest Factor: 1.7
- Supply Frequency: 20,000 Hz
- Mercury Content: 90 picograms Hg per mean lumen hour
- UPC: 043168488648
- Case Quantity: 10 per case
- Country of Origin: Hungary
Commercial Advantages
- 80% Energy Savings vs 250W Incandescent
- 12,000-17,000 Hour Rated Life (4× longer than standard CFL)
- Universal Operating Position - same output any orientation
- Dimmable with compatible electronic dimming ballasts
- Instant Start Technology with programmed start ballasts
- Ecolux Low-Mercury Design - TCLP Compliant
- Amalgam Technology for stable output in varying temperatures
- End-of-Life (EOL) Circuit Protection built-in
- High 75 LPW Efficacy for maximum energy efficiency
Commercial & Industrial Applications
- Warehouse High Bay Lighting Systems
- Stadium & Arena Lighting Fixtures
- Retail Store Ceiling Installations
- Parking Garage Lighting Solutions
- Hotel Lobby & Reception Lighting
- Outdoor Canopy Illumination
- Industrial Facility Lighting
- Office and Commercial Buildings
Ballast Compatibility
Requires electronic ballast specifically rated for 57W GX24q-5 lamps. Not compatible with GX24q-4 or lower wattage ballasts.
GE Ballast Systems:
- GE 71441 GEC242-MVPS (Multi-volt, for 26W/32W/42W/57W)
Industry-Standard Ballasts (Verify 57W GX24q-5 compatibility):
- Sylvania QTP1/2×26/32/42/57CF/UNV (Universal voltage)
- Advance ICF-2S57-M2-LD (Verify model number for 57W)
- Universal C257UNVME (57W specific)
- Keystone KTEB-257T-UV-TP-PSD (57W specific)
- Howard EP2/57CF/MV (57W specific)
- Halco EP2CF57PS/MV (57W specific)
Note: Many "42W" ballasts will not properly drive 57W lamps. Verify ballast is rated for 57W GX24q-5.
Compliance & Certifications
- UL Listed for Commercial Use
- RoHS Compliant
- LEED-EB MR Credit Qualified (90 pg Hg/mean lumen hour)
- TCLP Compliant (Low Mercury)
- End-of-Life (EOL) Protection Integrated
- ANSI Code: 60901-IEC-7457-1
Alternate Part Numbers
Also known as: GE 48864, F57QBX/841/A/4P/EOL, CFM57W/GX24q/841
Cross Reference: Philips PL-T 57W/841/4P/A, Sylvania CF57DT/E/IN/841, Osram Dulux T/E 57W/841
Safety Notes
- 4-Pin lamp minimum starting temperature is a function of the ballast
- Most ballasts rated for 50°F (10°C) minimum; extended range ballasts available to -20°F (-29°C)
- Amalgam product maintains stable brightness over wider temperature range
- Remove and install by grasping only plastic base portion
- Lamp may shatter if broken - handle with care
