Product Overview
The GE QH2500T3/CL (Order Code 22838) is a high-output 2,500W 480V clear quartz halogen infrared heat lamp engineered for demanding industrial process heating applications. Operating at 2400K through a double-ended T3 quartz tube with metal sleeve and lead wire terminations at each end, this horizontal-only industrial halogen element provides a 5,000-hour rated service life in approved enclosed industrial fixture assemblies — for plastic blow molding, drying and curing lines, food processing, and semiconductor rapid thermal processing.
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Wattage
2,500W
Halogen IR
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Voltage
480V
Industrial
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Color Temp
2400K
Infrared Output
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Length
28.8 in
731.5mm
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Rated Life
5,000 Hr
Double-Ended
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ADL Supply Expert Application & Replacement Guide
The GE QH2500T3/CL is primarily specified by process engineers, OEM equipment manufacturers, and industrial maintenance teams for plastic blow molding preform heating, high-speed ink and paint cure lines, industrial food processing warmers, and semiconductor rapid thermal processing (RTP) systems where a long linear double-ended quartz halogen element at 480V is the standard replacement platform. This is an industrial infrared heating element that terminates via metal sleeves with flexible lead wires at each end and must be hardwired directly into the fixture's terminal connections — it is not a plug-in lamp. All installation and replacement work must be performed by qualified personnel familiar with 480V industrial wiring practices, with full lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures in place before accessing the fixture. At 2,500W on a 480V circuit this element draws approximately 5.21 amperes — confirm all fixture wiring, terminal connections, and enclosure components are rated for 480V continuous industrial service. The 28.8-inch overall length must match the fixture's element channel before ordering; the 0.375-inch tube diameter must also be verified against the fixture's clamping blocks.
Before You Order
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Verify Before Ordering
480V Industrial Hardwire — Horizontal Burn Position Only | Confirm 28.8-Inch Length and 0.375-Inch Diameter Match Fixture
This is a 480V industrial halogen IR element — it must be hardwired by qualified personnel with LOTO procedures in place. This is not compatible with 120V or 240V standard circuits. Burn position is horizontal only — vertical installation is not permitted. Confirm the fixture channel accepts the 28.8-inch overall length and 0.375-inch tube diameter before ordering. Use only in approved enclosed halogen IR fixture assemblies.
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Detailed Product Specifications
- Brand: GE Lighting
- Product Line Series: Industrial Quartz Halogen Infrared Heater Element
- Model Number: QH2500T3/CL
- GE Order Code: 22838
- UPC Barcode: 043168228381
- Core Technology: Double-Ended Clear Quartz Halogen Infrared — T3 Tube
- Wattage: 2,500W
- Operating Voltage: 480V
- Current Draw: 5.21A (nominal)
- Color Temperature (CCT): 2400K
- Envelope Finish: Clear (CL)
- Filament Type: C-8
- Base / Termination: Metal sleeve with flexible lead wires — double-ended hardwire
- Maximum Overall Length (MOL): 28.8 inches (731.5mm)
- Tube Diameter: 0.375 inches (9.5mm) — T3
- Rated Average Lifespan: 5,000 Hours
- Burn Position: Horizontal Only — vertical not permitted
- Mercury Content: None — standard e-waste disposal applies
Operation, Safety & Mounting Compliance
480V Industrial Wiring, LOTO & Horizontal Burn Requirement
This element operates at 480V — all installation, maintenance, and replacement work must be performed by a licensed electrician qualified for industrial 480V systems, with full lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures in place before any fixture access. The lead wire terminations must be connected to the fixture's terminal block using connectors rated for the operating temperature of the fixture's internal environment at 2,500W continuous operation. The horizontal-only burn position is a physical design requirement of the C-8 filament and quartz tube geometry — vertical operation causes the filament to sag toward the tube wall under gravity at operating temperature, creating localized hot spots that cause premature tube failure.
Quartz Handling, Thermal Safety & Enclosed Fixture Requirement
This element must be installed exclusively in an approved enclosed halogen IR fixture assembly — open or unenclosed installation creates a fire and burn hazard from the element's extreme operating temperature. Never handle the quartz tube with bare skin — skin oils bond permanently to the quartz surface during thermal cycling and create localized hot spots that accelerate premature tube failure. If skin contact occurs before installation, clean the envelope thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol and allow to dry completely before powering the fixture. Allow adequate cool-down time before accessing the fixture after operation.
Industry Cross-Reference Data
- Osram Sylvania: Equivalent 2500W 480W double-ended T3 quartz halogen IR element — confirm Sylvania industrial IR catalog for exact dimensional match
- Ushio: Equivalent QH2500T3 480V double-ended IR element — confirm Ushio industrial quartz catalog for exact match
- Legacy Cross-Reference: Direct OEM replacement for 2,500W 480V double-ended clear T3 quartz halogen IR element positions in plastic blow molding, curing oven, drying line, food processing, and semiconductor thermal processing fixture assemblies
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