Product Overview

SYLVANIA DULUX® T/E | 42W Soft White | 4-Pin GX24Q-4 Ecologic® CFL
The Sylvania 20888 (CF42DT/E/IN/830/ECO) is the highest wattage option in the Dulux T/E family, engineered for demanding commercial and industrial environments. This 42-watt triple-tube compact fluorescent lamp delivers a powerful 3,200 initial lumens, providing the equivalent light of a 168W incandescent bulb. Utilizing advanced Amalgam technology, it maintains consistent brightness across a wide temperature range, making it ideal for high-ceiling architectural downlights and large-scale retail spaces. As an Ecologic® product, it features reduced mercury content and passes federal TCLP criteria for non-hazardous waste classification.
| Wattage 42W Triple Tube | Brightness 3200 lm 3000K Soft White | Base GX24Q-4 4-Pin Plug-In | Rated Life 12,000h Ecologic® |
Industrial Grade Brilliance & Efficiency
Designed for professional facility management, the Dulux CF42DT/E series offers high lumen density in a compact form factor. Its 3000K color temperature provides a warm, inviting atmosphere without sacrificing the high-intensity illumination required for lobbies, warehouses, and hospitality venues. This lamp is specifically optimized for base-up operation, reaching peak performance at 35°C (95°F). To ensure safe operation, it must be used with a high-frequency ballast that includes an end-of-life (EOL) shutdown circuit, protecting the fixture from overheating at the end of the lamp's 12,000-hour service life.
- Amalgam Technology: Provides stable lumen output in varying ambient temperatures and fixture positions.
- Superior Color Rendering: 82 CRI ensures that interior textures and merchandise appear natural.
- High Efficiency: Replaces 168W incandescent bulbs with a 4:1 wattage ratio for significant energy savings.
- Dimming Compatible: Fully operable on CFL dimming ballasts for adjustable light levels.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Sylvania
- Order Code: 20881
- Abbreviation: CF42DT/E/IN/830/ECO
- Wattage: 42W
- Initial Lumens: 3,200 lm (at 25°C)
- Color Temperature: 3000K (Soft White)
- Base Type: GX24Q-4 (4-Pin)
- CRI: 82
- Rated Average Life: 12,000 Hours
- NEMA Generic: CFM42W/GX24Q/830
- Industry Standards: IEC 60901-7442
Primary Areas of Application
- Large Commercial Spaces: Ideal for high-ceiling retail floors, car dealerships, and atrium lighting.
- Industrial Facilities: High-output illumination for workshops and common areas.
- Hospitality: Reliable warm white light for grand lobbies and banquet halls.
- Architectural Lighting: Optimized for large-diameter recessed downlights and surface-mount fixtures.