Product Overview
GE 12397 50PAR/HIR/FL25 — 50W HIR PAR38 Floodlight, 120V, 3000K, 25° Flood
The GE 12397 50PAR/HIR/FL25 is a 50-watt HIR PAR38 halogen floodlight lamp from GE Lighting, designed for retail, display, and general accent lighting applications requiring broader beam coverage than a spotlight. With a medium skirted base, CC-8 filament, 3000K warm white color temperature, 800 initial lumens, 25° flood beam spread, approximately 3,400 candela center beam candlepower, and a rated life of 3,000 hours, this HIR (Halogen Infrared Reflective) lamp delivers efficient, broad-coverage illumination. Sold 12 per case. Verify voltage, wattage, and beam spread before ordering.
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Wattage
50W
HIR PAR38
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CBCP
3,400 cd
800 lm Initial
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Color Temp
3000K
Warm White
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Beam Spread
25°
Flood
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Rated Life
3,000 hrs
Average Life
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | GE Lighting |
| Series | HIR |
| GE Order Code | 12397 |
| Description | 50PAR/HIR/FL25 |
| Lamp Type | PAR38 Halogen Infrared Reflective (HIR) — Floodlight |
| Wattage | 50W |
| Voltage | 120V |
| Initial Lumens | 800 lm |
| Center Beam Candlepower (CBCP) | 3,400 cd |
| Color Temperature | 3000K Warm White |
| Beam Spread | 25° Flood |
| Base Type | Medium Skirt |
| Filament | CC-8 |
| Rated Average Life | 3,000 hours |
| Max Overall Length (MOL) | 5.31" |
| Diameter | 4.75" (PAR38) |
| Packaging | 12 per case |
Product Overview
The GE 12397 50PAR/HIR/FL25 is part of GE's HIR PAR38 family, using halogen infrared reflective coating technology to improve luminous efficacy versus standard halogen PAR38 lamps at the same wattage. The 25° flood beam spread distributes the lamp's 800 lumens over a broader area than a spotlight, producing a softer-edged pool of light suited to general accent and area illumination rather than tight highlighting.
The medium skirted base is the standard PAR38 base configuration, fitting standard PAR38 fixture sockets without an adapter. This lamp shares its physical dimensions, base type, and filament design with the spot-beam variants in the same HIR PAR38 series — the beam spread is the primary distinguishing factor, so confirm flood (FL25) rather than spot (SP) is correct for your application before ordering.
Compatible Applications
- Retail and display floodlighting — 25° flood beam for broader merchandise and display area coverage than a spotlight.
- General accent and area lighting — Softer-edged beam suited to wall washing, signage illumination, and general feature lighting.
- Track and recessed PAR38 fixtures — Standard medium skirted base for common commercial PAR38 luminaires.
Before Ordering — Verify
- Voltage: Confirm fixture is rated for 120V.
- Wattage: Confirm fixture is rated for 50W.
- Beam Spread: Confirm 25° flood is appropriate for your application. A 10° spot version (12396/40937) is available in this same wattage if a tighter beam is required.
- Base Type: Confirm fixture accepts a standard medium skirted PAR38 base.
- Physical Fit: Confirm 5.31" MOL and 4.75" diameter fit within your fixture's lamp housing.
Safety and Handling Guidelines
- Do not touch the quartz capsule with bare hands. Skin oils cause hot spots leading to premature failure. Use clean gloves or a lint-free cloth.
- Extreme Heat Warning: PAR38 halogen lamps operate at high surface temperatures. Use only in fixtures rated for this wattage and lamp type.
- Allow Cooling: Allow the lamp to cool fully before handling or replacement.
- Outdoor Use: If used outdoors, confirm the fixture is rated for outdoor/wet location use.
Compliance
- Verify RoHS compliance status and additional certifications with the GE manufacturer specification sheet prior to use in regulated installations.
Ordering Information
- Brand: GE Lighting — HIR
- GE Order Code: 12397
- Description: 50PAR/HIR/FL25
- Wattage / Voltage: 50W / 120V
- Beam Spread: 25° Flood
- Packaging: 12 per case.
- Case quantities and bulk pricing: Contact ADL Supply for volume orders.
For wholesale pricing, bulk availability, or help confirming the correct replacement lamp, contact ADL Supply at 1-800-235-3489.
