Product Overview
Sylvania CF18DDE/835/ECO – Dulux D/E Compact Fluorescent Lamp, 18W, 3500K, G24q-2 4-Pin, T4 Double Tube
Specifications
- Wattage: 18W
- Bulb Type: T4 Double Tube (T4x2)
- Base: G24q-2 (4-Pin)
- Color Temperature: 3500K – Natural White
- Color Rendering Index (CRI): 82
- Initial Lumens (25°C): 1150 lm
- Mean Lumens (25°C): 989 lm
- Maximum Overall Length (MOL): 5.8 in (147 mm)
- Rated Average Life: 12,000 hours
- Industry Standards: IEC 60901-2518
- Family Brand: Dulux® D/E
- Ordering Code: CF18DDE/835/ECO
- Packaging: 50 lamps per case
Key Features
- Natural white 3500K for comfortable, balanced light
- G24q-2 4-pin base for electronic/dimming ballast compatibility
- Compact T4 double-tube design saves space in fixtures
- Ecologic® lamp – TCLP compliant, reduced mercury content
- Long life – up to 12,000 hours average rated life
- High color quality with CRI 82
Additional Information
Performance & Operation:
– Approximate initial lumens measured after 100 hours operation.
– Lamp life is based on 3-hour operating cycles with ANSI-spec ballasts.
– Longer burning cycles extend average life.
– Minimum starting temperature depends on ballast (consult manufacturer).
End-of-Life Notes: NEMA has reported that T2, T4, and T5 compact fluorescent lamps on high-frequency ballasts may experience abnormal end-of-life behavior, including base overheating or cracking. To prevent this, use electronic ballasts with end-of-life shutdown circuits.
Rule of Thumb – Incandescent Replacement
To estimate compact fluorescent wattage needed for incandescent replacement:
Divide the incandescent wattage by 4. Example: A 75W incandescent ≈ 18W CFL for similar light output.
Ideal Applications
- Commercial downlights and wall sconces
- Retail and hospitality fixtures
- Office and residential recessed lighting
- Fixtures designed for 4-pin CFL lamps with electronic ballasts