GE 48868 F70QBX/841/A/4P/ECO

GE 48868 F70QBX/841/A/ECO – 70W | 4100K Cool White | 5,200 lm | GX24q-6 4-Pin

The GE 48868 F70QBX/841/A/ECO is a 70W 4100K Cool White 4-pin plug-in compact fluorescent lamp (4-Pin High Output Biax®) delivering 5,200 initial lumens, CRI 82, GX24q-6 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: 43168488686.

Quick Specs

• Brand: GE
• Order Code: 48868
• GE Description: F70QBX/841/A/ECO
• UPC: 43168488686
• Product Family: 4-Pin High Output Biax®
• Wattage: 70W
• Base: GX24q-6 (4-pin)
• Nominal Length: 8.2 in
• Color Temperature: 4100K Cool White
• CRI: 82
• Initial Lumens: 5,200 lm
• Mean Lumens: 4,470
• 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 48868 F70QBX/841/A/ECO is a 70W 4100K Cool White 4-Pin High Output Biax® plug-in CFL rated at 5,200 initial lumens and 4,470 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-6 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-6 4-pin plug-in lamps. Confirm base, wattage, and ballast compatibility before ordering.
• Retrofit and maintenance replacement – Like-for-like replacement for 70W GX24q-6 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 GX24q-6 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 70W and a GX24q-6 lamp. The catalog lamp table does not specify a ballast model.
• Wattage – 70W: Confirm your ballast and fixture are rated for 70W.
• 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 CFM70W/GX24q/841.

Ordering Information

• Brand: GE
• Order Code: 48868
• GE Description: F70QBX/841/A/ECO
• UPC: 43168488686
• Wattage / CCT: 70W / 4100K Cool White
• Base: GX24q-6 (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.