Product Overview

GE 46689 F21W/T5/865/ECO – 21W | 6500K | G5 Bi-Pin
The GE 46689 F21W/T5/865/ECO is a 21W 6500K T5 High Efficiency fluorescent lamp with a G5 Miniature Bi-Pin base, rated for 1,950 initial lumens, 85 CRI, 30,000-hour rated life. UPC: 043168466899.
Wattage 21W Lamp | Color Temp 6500K Kelvin | Initial Lumens 1,950 lm | Length 33.4 in Nominal | Rated Life 30,000 Hours |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | GE |
| Order Code | 46689 |
| GE Description | F21W/T5/865/ECO |
| UPC | 043168466899 |
| Lamp Type | T5 High Efficiency Miniature Fluorescent |
| Wattage | 21W |
| Color Temperature | 6500K |
| CRI | 85 |
| Initial Lumens | 1,950 lm |
| Mean Lumens | 1,790 lm |
| Bulb Shape | T5 |
| Base / Cap | G5 Miniature Bi-Pin |
| Nominal Length | 33.4 in |
| Rated Life | 30,000 hours (3 hours per start); 36,000 hours (12 hours per start) |
Product Overview
The GE 46689 F21W/T5/865/ECO is a 21W 6500K T5 High Efficiency fluorescent lamp (T5 bulb) using a G5 Miniature Bi-Pin base. It is rated for 1,950 initial lumens (1,790 mean lumens), 85 CRI, and 30,000 hours of rated life at 3 hours per start (36,000 hours at 12 hours per start). Nominal length is 33.4 in.
Applications
- T5 miniature bi-pin lighting – Fixtures designed for G5 Miniature Bi-Pin T5 lamps rated 21W. Confirm base, wattage, length, and ballast before ordering.
- Replacement – Like-for-like replacement for a GE F21W/T5/865/ECO or another 21W 6500K G5 T5 lamp of the same nominal length.
Before Ordering
- Base / cap – confirm G5 Miniature Bi-Pin: Check your fixture sockets before ordering.
- Wattage – 21W: Confirm the fixture is rated for 21W.
- Length – 33.4 in nominal: T5 lamp lengths are nominal. Compare against the lamp you are replacing.
- Color temperature – 6500K: Match the color temperature of other lamps in the same space.
- Ballast: Confirm your ballast is rated for 21W T5 lamps of this type (T5 High Efficiency).
- Identifiers: GE order code 46689; GE lamp description F21W/T5/865/ECO.
Safety and Handling
- Turn power off before inspection, installation or removal.
- Allow the lamp and fixture to cool before handling.
- Handle the lamp carefully; the glass tube may break and cause injury. Do not use a lamp that is cracked or damaged.
- Install only in fixtures rated for the lamp wattage and type, and follow the fixture manufacturer instructions.
Compliance
- This fluorescent lamp contains mercury. Dispose of or recycle used lamps in accordance with applicable local, state and federal regulations.
- Confirm listing and certification requirements for your project with the manufacturer product data sheet.
Ordering Information
- Brand: GE
- Order Code: 46689
- GE Description: F21W/T5/865/ECO
- UPC: 043168466899
- Wattage: 21W
- Base: G5 Miniature Bi-Pin
- 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.
ADL Supply recommends confirming all specifications with the manufacturer product data sheet prior to installation.