Product Overview
GE 20835 EXZ 50W MR16 Narrow Flood | 12V 25° 3200 CBCP | ConstantColor

GE ConstantColor® Precise™ EXZ 50W MR16 Narrow Flood Lamp
Model 50MR16NFL25 — 25° Narrow Flood — Open Face — 6,000 Hour Life
Key Specifications
Product Overview
The GE ConstantColor® Precise™ EXZ 50-Watt MR16 Narrow Flood Lamp (Model: 50MR16NFL25, Order Code: 20835) delivers exceptional beam control and color consistency for professional lighting applications. Featuring a precise 25° narrow flood beam, this open-face lamp produces 3,200 CBCP (Center Beam Candle Power) and 800 initial lumens of 3050K warm white light.
With GE's proprietary ConstantColor® reflector coating and a C-6 filament, this lamp maintains consistent, crisp white light throughout its 6,000-hour rated life—eliminating the greenish tint common in aging standard MR16 lamps.
Technical Specifications
Electrical
- Model Number
- 50MR16NFL25
- Order Code
- 20835
- Wattage
- 50 Watts
- Voltage
- 12 Volts
- Base Type
- GX5.3 Bi-Pin (2-Pin)
- ANSI Code
- EXZ
Light Output
- Beam Angle
- 25° Narrow Flood (NFL)
- Center Beam Candle Power (CBCP)
- 3,200 cd (Added)
- Initial Lumens
- 800 lm (Added)
- Color Temperature
- 3050K Warm White
- Color Rendering Index
- 100 CRI
Physical
- Maximum Overall Length (MOL)
- 47.6 mm (1.875 inches)
- Bulb Diameter
- 50.8 mm (2.0 inches)
- Filament
- C-6
- Design
- Open Face (No Cover Glass)
- Burn Position
- Universal (Open or Enclosed Fixtures)
Product Information
- Description
- Q50MR16/C/NFL25
- UPC
- 043168994279
- GTIN (Case)
- 00043168208352
- Rated Life
- 6,000 Hours
- Case Quantity
- 20 units
ConstantColor® Technology
GE's ConstantColor® reflector coating delivers consistent clear white light throughout the lamp's rated life. Unlike ordinary MR16 reflectors that produce murky, greenish light as they age—discoloring illuminated objects—ConstantColor® maintains:
- Stable 3050K color temperature from first hour to last
- High lumen maintenance — over 90% light output throughout 6,000-hour life
- No greenish tint that affects merchandise and artwork appearance
- Consistent beam quality with smooth, even distribution
Performance & Benefits
- High Beam Intensity: 3,200 CBCP provides powerful, concentrated illumination
- Excellent Light Output: 800 lumens from 50W provides bright, efficient lighting
- Superior Color Consistency: ConstantColor® coating prevents greenish tint development
- Long Life: 6,000-hour rated life exceeds standard MR16 lamps (2,000-4,000 hours)
- Open Face Design: Maximum light output without cover glass filtration
- Universal Operation: Works in open or enclosed fixtures, any burn position
- High Color Accuracy: 100 CRI ensures vivid, true-to-life color rendering
- Dimmable: Compatible with standard low-voltage dimmers
Recommended Applications
- Retail display and accent lighting
- Museum and gallery illumination
- Architectural highlighting
- Track lighting systems
- Recessed downlighting
- General commercial lighting
GE 20835 EXZ vs. Standard 50W MR16
| Feature | GE 20835 EXZ | Standard 50W MR16 |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Life | 6,000 hrs | 2,000-4,000 hrs |
| CBCP | 3,200 | 2,500-3,000 |
| Lumens | 800 | 600-700 |
| Color Stability | ConstantColor® | Degrades over time |
Safety Information
- Keep combustible materials away from lamp during operation
- Use in fixture rated for this product
- Do not use if outer glass is scratched or broken
- Allow lamp to cool before handling
- Turn power off before installing or removing lamp
- Dispose of lamp in a closed container