Product Overview
GE 97587 F13DBX23/830/ECO – 13W | 3000K Warm White | 810 lm | GX23-2 2-Pin
The GE 97587 F13DBX23/830/ECO is a 13W 3000K Warm White 2-pin plug-in compact fluorescent lamp (2-Pin Double Biax®) delivering 810 initial lumens, CRI 82, GX23-2 2-pin base, and 12,000-hour rated life. It is a plug-in lamp, not a self-ballasted lamp, and requires a compatible external CFL ballast. UPC: 43168975872.
Wattage 13W CFL | Color Temp 3000K Warm White | Lumens 810 lm Initial lm | Rated Life 12,000 Hours | Base Type GX23-2 2-Pin |
Quick Specs
- Brand: GE
- Order Code: 97587
- GE Description: F13DBX23/830/ECO
- UPC: 43168975872
- Product Family: 2-Pin Double Biax®
- Wattage: 13W
- Base: GX23-2 (2-pin)
- Nominal Length: 4.7 in
- Color Temperature: 3000K Warm White
- CRI: 82
- Initial Lumens: 810 lm
- Mean Lumens: 685
- Rated Average Life: 12,000 hours
- Min. Starting Temperature: Not listed in catalog
- Case Quantity: 50
- TCLP Compliant: Yes (catalog TCLP-compliant plug-in mark)
- Lamp Type: Plug-in CFL — not self-ballasted
- Dimming: Not listed in catalog
Product Overview
The GE 97587 F13DBX23/830/ECO is a 13W 3000K Warm White 2-Pin Double Biax® plug-in CFL rated at 810 initial lumens and 685 mean lumens, with a CRI of 82 and a rated average life of 12,000 hours. It uses a GX23-2 2-pin base and is a plug-in lamp, so it must be operated on a compatible external CFL ballast. Dimming operation is not listed in the GE catalog; do not install on a dimmer circuit unless the ballast manufacturer specifies compatibility.
GE catalog notes for this lamp: Fluorescent lamp lumens decline during life. Based on 60Hz reference circuit. Max. bulb wall temperature not to exceed 180°C. Consult GE sales representative for further information. GE caution notice 151: CAUTION – Lamp may shatter and cause injury if broken. Remove and install by grasping only the plastic portion of the lamp.
Applications
- 2-pin CFL fixtures – Recessed downlights, wall sconces, and other fixtures built for GX23-2 2-pin plug-in lamps. Confirm base, wattage, and ballast compatibility before ordering.
- Retrofit and maintenance replacement – Like-for-like replacement for 13W GX23-2 lamps. 3000K (Warm White) matches the color temperature of the lamp being replaced when that lamp is also 3000K.
Replacing Your Current 2-Pin CFL?
- Base type – confirm 2-pin vs 4-pin: This lamp uses a GX23-2 2-pin base. 2-pin and 4-pin lamps are not interchangeable. Check your fixture socket.
- Ballast compatibility: Plug-in lamp — requires a compatible external CFL ballast rated for 13W and a GX23-2 lamp. The catalog lamp table does not specify a ballast type.
- Wattage – 13W: Confirm your ballast and fixture are rated for 13W.
- Color temperature – 3000K: Match the color temperature of the lamps you are replacing.
- Dimmable: Not listed in the catalog. Do not install on a dimmer circuit unless the ballast manufacturer specifies compatibility.
- Catalog cross-reference: Generic CFQ13W/GX23/830; Osram/Sylvania CF13DD/830; Philips PL-C 13W/830/USA/Alto.
Ordering Information
- Brand: GE
- Order Code: 97587
- GE Description: F13DBX23/830/ECO
- UPC: 43168975872
- Wattage / CCT: 13W / 3000K Warm White
- Base: GX23-2 (2-pin)
- Case Quantity: 50. Contact ADL Supply for volume orders.
Compliance
- TCLP compliant plug-in lamp per the GE catalog.
- Caution notice 151: lamp may shatter and cause injury if broken; remove and install by grasping only the plastic portion of the lamp.
- This lamp contains mercury — dispose per local lamp recycling regulations. Visit lamprecycle.org.
For wholesale pricing, bulk availability, or help confirming the correct replacement lamp, contact ADL Supply at 1-800-235-3489.
ADL Supply recommends confirming all specifications with the manufacturer product data sheet prior to installation.
