GE 31953 F55BX/840

GE 31953 F55BX/840 – 55W | 4100K Cool White | 4,800 lm | 2G11 4-Pin

The GE 31953 F55BX/840 is a 55W 4100K Cool White 4-pin plug-in compact fluorescent lamp (4-Pin High Lumen Biax®) delivering 4,800 initial lumens, CRI 82, 2G11 4-pin base, and 20,000-hour rated life. It is a plug-in lamp, not a self-ballasted lamp, and requires a compatible external 4-pin CFL ballast. UPC: 43168319539.

Quick Specs

• Brand: GE
• Order Code: 31953
• GE Description: F55BX/840
• UPC: 43168319539
• Product Family: 4-Pin High Lumen Biax®
• Wattage: 55W
• Base: 2G11 (4-pin)
• Nominal Length: 20.7 in
• Color Temperature: 4100K Cool White
• CRI: 82
• Initial Lumens: 4,800 lm
• Mean Lumens: 4,080
• Rated Average Life: 20,000 hours
• Min. Starting Temperature: 50°F
• Case Quantity: 25
• Lamp Type: Plug-in CFL — not self-ballasted
• Dimming: Not listed in catalog

Product Overview

The GE 31953 F55BX/840 is a 55W 4100K Cool White 4-Pin High Lumen Biax® plug-in CFL rated at 4,800 initial lumens and 4,080 mean lumens, with a CRI of 82 and a rated average life of 20,000 hours. It uses a 2G11 4-pin base and is a plug-in lamp, so it must be operated on a compatible external 4-pin 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. 4-Pin lamp minimum starting temperature is a function of the ballast. Most ballasts are rated with a minimum starting temperature of 50°F (10°C). Ballasts are also available that provide reliable starting to 0°F (-18°C) and -20°F (-29°C). Life ratings are based on operating the lamp at 3 hrs. per start on a rapid start type ballast. Life rating on a preheat or instant start ballast is 25% lower. 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

• 4-pin CFL fixtures – Recessed downlights, wall sconces, and other fixtures built for 2G11 4-pin plug-in lamps. Confirm base, wattage, and ballast compatibility before ordering.
• Retrofit and maintenance replacement – Like-for-like replacement for 55W 2G11 lamps. 4100K (Cool White) matches the color temperature of the lamp being replaced when that lamp is also 4100K.

Replacing Your Current 4-Pin CFL?

• Base type – confirm 2-pin vs 4-pin: This lamp uses a 2G11 4-pin base. 2-pin and 4-pin lamps are not interchangeable. Check your fixture socket.
• Ballast compatibility: Plug-in lamp — requires a compatible external 4-pin CFL ballast rated for 55W and a 2G11 lamp. The catalog lamp table does not specify a ballast model.
• Wattage – 55W: Confirm your ballast and fixture are rated for 55W.
• Color temperature – 4100K: 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 FT55W/2G11/RS/841; Osram/Sylvania FT55DL/841.

Ordering Information

• Brand: GE
• Order Code: 31953
• GE Description: F55BX/840
• UPC: 43168319539
• Wattage / CCT: 55W / 4100K Cool White
• Base: 2G11 (4-pin)
• Case Quantity: 25. Contact ADL Supply for volume orders.

Compliance

• 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.