Product Overview
The GE Ecolux 97615 F26TBX/830/A/ECO Triple Biax Lamp is a premium, high-efficiency 26-watt plug-in compact fluorescent (CFL) tube engineered for space-constrained commercial downlights and large-area corporate fixtures. Delivering a bright 1,800 initial lumens of soft 3000K warm white illumination, this multi-tube lamp features an 82 CRI for exceptional color consistency and structural clarity. Outfitted with an industry-standard GX24q-3 4-pin base and advanced low-mercury Ecolux technology, it provides an extended 17,000-hour rated average service life when powered by compatible high-frequency control gear.
| Wattage 26W Triple Biax CFL | Color Temp 3000K 830 Warm White | Brightness 1,800 lm 82 CRI Quality | Base Type GX24q-3 4-Pin Plug-In | Rated Life 17,000 Extended Hours |
ADL Supply Expert Application & Replacement Guide
The GE F26TBX/830/A/ECO is an industry-recognized standard for servicing and maintaining commercial recessed downlight cans, retail accent fixtures, corporate office corridors, hospitality lobbies, and public architectural wall sconces. Delivering a soft 3000K warm white spectrum, it provides an inviting and comfortable atmosphere that enhances space visibility while maintaining color rendering accuracy across extended operational cycles.
Critical Wiring and Socket Compatibility Notice: This model features a specialized GX24q-3 4-pin plug-in base setup. The base incorporates a specific plastic key layout that prevents it from seating within 13W (GX24q-1), 18W (GX24q-2), or 42W (GX24q-4) sockets, eliminating mixed-wattage lamping mistakes across large properties. It requires an un-shunted lampholder driven by a high-frequency electronic ballast—it cannot operate on legacy 2-pin magnetic ballasts. For properties utilizing advanced occupancy controls or automated daylight harvesting networks, this 4-pin capsule is fully rated for architectural dimming when paired with a compatible electronic dimming ballast.
| Verify Before Ordering GX24q-3 4-Pin Socket Check Required This is a 4-pin plug-in lamp requiring an electronic ballast (typically auto-sensing 120-277V grids). It will NOT fit into 2-pin sockets or operate on older magnetic ballasts. Please verify your fixture's pin count and exact socket key designation prior to completing checkout to prevent hardware component damage. |
Detailed Product Specifications
- Brand: GE Lighting (Current / Savant)
- Product Series Line: Ecolux Triple Biax Compact Fluorescent
- GE Order Code Catalog SKU: 97615
- Manufacturer Part Number: F26TBX/841/A/ECO (Also known as F26TBX/830/A/ECO)
- UPC Barcode Number: 043168976152
- Core Technology: Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL) — Triple Twin Tube (TT) Layout
- Primary Industry Ballast Requirement: 26W 4-Pin Electronic Ballast (ANSI Compatible)
- Operational Wattage: 26 Watts
- Operating Voltage Profile: Ballast Dependent (Nominal 105V Lamp Operating Voltage)
- Initial Luminous Flux: 1,800 Lumens
- Color Temperature Configuration: 3000K Soft Warm White (830 Code)
- Color Rendering Index (CRI): 82
- Base Type Configuration: GX24q-3 (4-Pin Plug-In Keyed Base)
- Start Type Parameter: Rapid / Programmed Start Electronic Compatible
- Dimmable Status: Yes — requires appropriate electronic dimming ballast
- Maximum Overall Length (MOL): 5.2" Inches (132mm)
- Chassis Burn Position: Universal — Any Orientation Allowed
- Environmental Rating: TCLP Compliant (Low-Mercury Ecolux Formulation)
- Standard Wholesaler Case Pack: 10 units per box
Operation, Safety & Mounting Compliance
Electronic Ballast Control Specifications
This 26W plug-in capsule operates strictly on matching high-frequency electronic ballast systems featuring integrated end-of-life (EOL) shutdown monitoring. Attempting to force a 4-pin GX24q-3 lamp directly onto standard unballasted line voltage networks will bypass circuit safety blocks, causing instantaneous filament destruction and introducing an immediate short-circuit risk. This module incorporates an advanced chemical gas structure that yields a faster warm-up window to full lumen density compared to traditional legacy CFL bulbs.
Mercury Stewardship and Environmental Disposal
Featuring GE's proprietary Ecolux construction, this lamp successfully satisfies federal Toxic Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) test benchmarks due to its heavily reduced heavy-metal footprint. While highly optimized for green property maintenance and simplified environmental auditing, it still contains trace toxic mercury elements and must be managed via structured commercial bulk recycling channels during building retrofits rather than standard solid waste facilities.
Commercial Ballast Industry Cross-References
- Sylvania Quicktronic: CF26DT/E/IN/830 (Order Code 20881)
- Philips Advance: PL-T 26W/830/4P / ALTO Series (Order Code 149005)
- Satco Lighting: S7310
Bulk Commercial Lighting Supply & Project Support
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