Product Overview
GE 97625 F18TBX/830/A/ECO Biax Ecolux 18W 3000K Triple Tube CFL Lamp - GX24q-2 Base
High-efficiency 18-watt triple tube compact fluorescent lamp delivering 1,200 initial lumens of warm 3000K soft white light. Features T4 triple tube design with GX24q-2 4-pin base, 82 CRI color rendering, and 12,000-hour rated life. Perfect for commercial downlighting and energy-saving retrofit applications.
Technical Specifications
Order Code:97625
Product Family:F18TBX/830/A/ECO (Biax Ecolux)
Wattage:18W
Voltage:120V (60Hz)
Light Output:1,200 initial lumens / 1,010 mean lumens
Efficacy:67 lumens per watt
Color Temperature:3000K Soft White (Warm White)
Color Rendering Index (CRI):82 (SPX Color Technology)
Bulb Shape:T4 Triple Tube (3U Configuration)
Base Type:4-Pin GX24q-2
Maximum Overall Length (MOL):4.8 inches (121.9 mm)
Rated Life:12,000 hours (3 hours per start)
Minimum Starting Temperature:32°F (0°C) - dependent on ballast
Compliance:TCLP Certified (US & Canada), ECO Energy Efficient
Manufacturer:GE Lighting (General Electric)
Generic Cross Reference:CFTR18W/GX24q/830 (CF18DT/E/IN/830, PL-T 18W/830/4P)
Compatible Electronic Ballasts
Required: Electronic ballast designed for 18W GX24q-2 base CFL lamps. Not compatible with magnetic or instant-start ballasts.
GE Recommended Models:
- GE228-MVPS-3W (Multi-volt, programmed start)
- GE218-MVPS-3W (Multi-volt, programmed start)
- GE218-MVPS-SE (Single-ended)
Cross-Reference Compatible:
- Osram Sylvania CF18DT/E/IN/830
- Philips PL-T 18W/830/4P/ALTO
- Universal C218UNVME (electronic)
Primary Applications
- Commercial downlighting and recessed fixtures
- Office environment general illumination
- Retail display and accent lighting
- Hospitality and hotel lighting
- Healthcare facility ambient lighting
- Institutional and educational buildings
- Residential ceiling fixtures
Key Features & Benefits
- Energy Efficient: Uses 77% less energy than equivalent incandescent bulbs
- Long Life: 12,000-hour rating reduces maintenance costs
- High Color Rendering: 82 CRI with SPX color technology for accurate color perception
- Compact Design: Triple tube configuration provides maximum light output in minimal space
- Amalgam Technology: Stable light output across wide temperature range
- End-of-Life Protection: Built-in EOL circuit for safety
- TCLP Compliant: Low mercury content meets environmental standards
- Reliable Starting: Operates on electronic ballasts with minimum 32°F starting temperature
Important Operating Information
- Best performance when operated base up at 77°F (25°C) ambient temperature
- Requires electronic ballast specifically rated for 18W GX24q-2 lamps
- Life rating based on 3 hours per start operation
- Not for use on dimming circuits unless specifically rated
- Contains mercury - dispose of according to local regulations
Compatible Replacements
Direct replacement for: Osram Sylvania CF18DT/E/IN/830, Philips PL-T 18W/830/4P/ALTO, and other 18W GX24q-2 base triple tube CFLs.
