Sylvania 23478 F30T12/D/RS

SYLVANIA 23478 | F30T12/D/RS 30W 36" T12 Rapid Start Fluorescent Lamp

The Sylvania 23478 (F30T12/D/RS) is a commercial-grade **30W linear fluorescent lamp** engineered for high-visibility industrial, workshop, and retail spaces. Measuring exactly **36 inches (3 feet)** in length, this classic T12 tube utilizes an advanced **Rapid Start ignition system** to deliver instantaneous, flicker-free illumination when paired with compatible electromagnetic or electronic ballasts. Producing **1900 initial lumens** of crisp, vibrant **6500K Daylight** light, this tube offers an extended rated average lifespan of up to **18,000 hours** through a standard G13 Medium Bi-Pin base configuration.

Vibrant Daylight Illumination and Calibrated Performance

Sylvania T12 linear fluorescent lamps are manufactured to strict industrial standards to ensure consistent electrical loading and steady lumen maintenance over time. At a **6500K color temperature**, this tube supplies a cool, alertness-promoting spectrum that closely replicates natural mid-day sun, which helps combat fatigue in high-focus commercial zones. To achieve optimal performance, this lamp should be paired with ballasts complying with **ANSI C78.81** specifications.

• Rapid Start Engineering: Built to activate quickly and smoothly, minimizing initial ignition wear on the internal cathodes.
• High Maintenance Retention: Delivers a strong **1615 mean lumens** throughout its operational lifespan, keeping workspace light levels uniform.
• Lifespan Calibration: The 18,000-hour rating is established on standard 3-hour operational burn cycles. Running the lamp on longer, continuous cycles further increases average lifespan.
• Sturdy 1.5" Profile: Features a thick, rigid T12 structural profile that handles temperature fluctuations well inside rugged utility environments.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Sylvania
• Ordering Code: 23478
• Abbreviation: F30T12/D/RS
• Lamp Type: Linear Fluorescent
• Bulb Profile: T12 (1.5" Diameter)
• Nominal Length: 36 Inches (3 Feet)
• Maximum Overall Length (MOL): 35.78 Inches
• Wattage: 30W
• Base Type: G13 (Medium Bi-Pin)
• Initial Lumens (after 100h): 1900 lm
• Mean Lumens: 1615 lm
• Color Temperature: 6500K (Daylight)
• Color Rendering Index (CRI): 76
• Industry Standards: ANSI C78.81 - 2001 Compliant
• Average Rated Life: 18,000 Hours

Recommended Applications

• Garages & Workshops: Provides exceptional, glare-reduced high-contrast visibility over tools and machinery tables.
• Commercial & Industrial Tasks: Fulfills standard task overhead specifications across manufacturing bays and inspection lines.
• Utility Storage & Basements: Illumines dark, unrefined storage rooms with a bright, wide ambient light field.
• Standard 3ft Troffers: Serves as a perfect structural retrofitting replacement for 36-inch linear drop-ceiling setups.