Product Overview
GE F18DBX/827/ECO4P 97598 18W 4-Pin Double Biax Compact Fluorescent Lamp - 2700K G24q-2 Base
The GE F18DBX/827/ECO4P (Part #97598) is an 18-watt Ecolux Double Biax compact fluorescent lamp featuring a 4-pin G24q-2 base and 2700K warm white output. This TCLP-compliant, dimmable CFL delivers 1,200-1,250 lumens with 82 CRI and an extended rated life of 12,000-17,000 hours. Ideal for commercial and residential downlighting applications.
Technical Specifications
- Product Code: 97598
- Ordering Code: F18DBX/827/ECO4P
- Wattage: 18W
- Bulb Shape: T4 Double Biax (Quad Tube)
- Base Type: G24q-2 (4-Pin Plug-In)
- Color Temperature: 2700K (Warm White)
- Color Rendering Index (CRI): 82
- Initial Lumens: 1,200-1,250 lm
- Mean Lumens: 955 (at 40% rated life)
- Rated Life: 12,000-17,000 hours (depending on ballast type)
- Efficacy: 69 LPW (Lumens Per Watt)
- Maximum Overall Length (MOL): 5.8" (147mm)
- Width: 2.125" (54mm)
- Dimmable: Yes (with compatible electronic ballast)
- Operating Position: Universal
- TCLP Compliant: Yes (Low Mercury)
- Country of Origin: Hungary
- Case Quantity: 10 per case
- UPC: 043168975988
Primary Applications
- Commercial Facilities and Office Lighting
- Retail Display and Merchandising
- Hospitality and Hotel Lighting
- Restaurant and Food Service
- Warehouse and Industrial Spaces
- Residential Downlighting
Ecolux Biax Technology Features
- Ecolux low-mercury technology - TCLP compliant for easier disposal
- LongLast extended life up to 17,000 hours on high-frequency electronic ballasts
- Dimmable with compatible electronic ballasts (4-pin version)
- Compact T4 double-tube design for space-constrained fixtures
- 82 CRI for good color rendering in commercial applications
- 2700K warm white color temperature for comfortable ambient lighting
- Quad-tube configuration provides 360° light distribution
- Energy-efficient alternative to incandescent and halogen lamps
Alternate Part Numbers & Cross References
Also known as: GE 97598, F18DBX/827/ECO4P, 12869 (for 3500K version), GE 18W Double Biax
Compatible with: Sylvania 20672/CF18DD/E/827, Osram Dulux D/E 18W/827, Philips PL-C 18W/827/4P
Safety & Environmental Information
- Mercury Content: Contains mercury - dispose of properly according to local regulations
- Operating Temperature: Minimum 32°F (0°C)
- Ballast Compatibility: Requires electronic ballast compatible with G24q-2 base
- 2-Pin vs 4-Pin: This is the 4-pin (ECO4P) dimmable version; also available in 2-pin (97577) non-dimmable
