Product Overview

GE 48863 F57QBX835A4P/EOL – 57W | 3500K Neutral White | 4,300 lm | GX24q-5 4-Pin
The GE 48863 F57QBX835A4P/EOL is a 57W 3500K Neutral White 4-pin plug-in compact fluorescent lamp (4-Pin High Output Biax®) delivering 4,300 initial lumens, CRI 82, GX24q-5 4-pin base, and 17,000-hour rated life (20,000 hours at 12 hrs). It is a plug-in lamp, not a self-ballasted lamp, and requires a compatible external 4-pin CFL ballast. UPC: 43168488631.
Wattage 57W CFL | Color Temp 3500K Neutral White | Lumens 4,300 lm Initial lm | Rated Life 17,000 Hours | Base Type GX24q-5 4-Pin |
Quick Specs
- Brand: GE
- Order Code: 48863
- GE Description: F57QBX835A4P/EOL
- UPC: 43168488631
- Product Family: 4-Pin High Output Biax®
- Wattage: 57W
- Base: GX24q-5 (4-pin)
- Nominal Length: 7.1 in
- Color Temperature: 3500K Neutral White
- CRI: 82
- Initial Lumens: 4,300 lm
- Mean Lumens: 3,700
- Rated Average Life: 17,000 hours
- Rated Life @ 12 Hrs: 20,000 hours
- Min. Starting Temperature: Function of the ballast (catalog footnote 6)
- Case Quantity: 10
- TCLP Compliant: Yes (catalog TCLP-compliant plug-in mark)
- EOL Protection: Yes (catalog EOL-protection plug-in mark)
- Amalgam: Yes (catalog footnote 12)
- Lamp Type: Plug-in CFL — not self-ballasted
- Dimming: Not listed in catalog
Product Overview
The GE 48863 F57QBX835A4P/EOL is a 57W 3500K Neutral White 4-Pin High Output Biax® plug-in CFL rated at 4,300 initial lumens and 3,700 mean lumens, with a CRI of 82 and a rated average life of 17,000 hours (20,000 hours at 12 hrs). It uses a GX24q-5 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). Amalgam products experience stable brightness over a wider temperature range and in various operating positions. Max. bulb wall temperature not to exceed 180°C. Consult GE sales representative for further information. Life ratings are based on operating the lamp on a high frequency electronic rapid start type ballast. 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 GX24q-5 4-pin plug-in lamps. Confirm base, wattage, and ballast compatibility before ordering.
- Retrofit and maintenance replacement – Like-for-like replacement for 57W GX24q-5 lamps. 3500K (Neutral White) matches the color temperature of the lamp being replaced when that lamp is also 3500K.
Replacing Your Current 4-Pin CFL?
- Base type – confirm 2-pin vs 4-pin: This lamp uses a GX24q-5 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 57W and a GX24q-5 lamp. The catalog lamp table does not specify a ballast model.
- Wattage – 57W: Confirm your ballast and fixture are rated for 57W.
- Color temperature – 3500K: 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 CFM57W/GX24q/835; Osram/Sylvania CF57DT/E/IN/835.
Ordering Information
- Brand: GE
- Order Code: 48863
- GE Description: F57QBX835A4P/EOL
- UPC: 43168488631
- Wattage / CCT: 57W / 3500K Neutral White
- Base: GX24q-5 (4-pin)
- Case Quantity: 10. Contact ADL Supply for volume orders.
Compliance
- TCLP compliant plug-in lamp per the GE catalog.
- EOL protection plug-in lamp per the GE catalog.
- 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.