Product Overview
GE 30901 TAL 50W GU7 MR16 Spot | 12V 10° 10800 CBCP | Twist-Lock
GE ConstantColor® Precise™ TAL 50W GU7 Twist-Lock MR16 Spot Lamp
Order Code 30901 — 10° Narrow Spot — GU7 Twist-Lock Base — 10,800 CBCP — 3,500 Hour Life
⚠️ GU7 Twist-Lock Base
This lamp features a GU7 twist-lock base (turn-and-lock), NOT the standard GX5.3 bi-pin base. Verify your fixture compatibility before ordering.
Key Specifications
Product Overview
The GE ConstantColor® Precise™ TAL 50-Watt MR16 Spot Lamp (Order Code: 30901) delivers exceptional beam intensity with its innovative GU7 twist-lock base design. This professional-grade lamp produces a concentrated 10° narrow spot beam with an impressive 10,800 CBCP (Center Beam Candle Power)—making it one of the most intense MR16 spot lamps available.
Designed for applications requiring secure lamp retention and precise beam control, the GU7 twist-lock base provides positive locking in the socket, preventing lamp loosening from vibration or thermal cycling. The 3000K warm white light and 100 CRI ensure excellent color rendering for retail, museum, and architectural applications.
Technical Specifications
Electrical
- Wattage
- 50 Watts
- Voltage
- 12 Volts (Low Voltage)
- Base Type
- GU7 Twist-Lock (Turn & Lock)
- ANSI Code
- EXT/GU7
- Amperage
- 4.17A
Light Output
- Beam Angle
- 10° Narrow Spot (NSP)
- Center Beam Candle Power (CBCP)
- 10,800 cd
- Color Temperature
- 3000K Warm White
- Color Rendering Index
- 100 CRI
- Luminous Flux
- ~560 lm (estimated)
Physical
- Maximum Overall Length (MOL)
- 55 mm (2.17 inches) (Correction: Not 2.0")
- Bulb Diameter
- 50.8 mm (2.0 inches)
- Face Design
- Clear Cover Glass
- Burn Position
- Universal
Product Information
- GE Order Code
- 30901
- Description
- 50MR16/Q/10/TL
- UPC
- 043168817708 (Verify)
- Rated Life
- 3,500 Hours
- Case Quantity
- 20 units
GU7 Twist-Lock Base Advantage
The GU7 twist-lock base (also called Turn & Lock) provides several advantages over standard bi-pin bases:
- Secure Retention: Positive locking mechanism prevents lamp loosening from vibration or thermal expansion
- Improved Contact: Twist-lock design ensures consistent electrical contact over lamp life
- Vibration Resistance: Ideal for applications with equipment vibration or movement
- Easy Installation: Simple insert-and-twist operation—no tools required
Important: GU7 base lamps are NOT interchangeable with standard GX5.3/GU5.3 bi-pin sockets. Verify your fixture has GU7 twist-lock sockets before ordering.
Performance & Benefits
- Exceptional Beam Intensity: 10,800 CBCP provides powerful, concentrated light for demanding applications
- Secure Mounting: GU7 twist-lock base ensures reliable lamp retention in high-vibration environments
- ConstantColor® Technology: Maintains consistent 3000K color temperature throughout lamp life
- UV Protection: Clear cover glass filters UV radiation for sensitive materials
- Precise Beam Control: 10° narrow spot provides tight, focused illumination with minimal spill
- High Color Accuracy: 100 CRI ensures vivid, true-to-life color rendering
- Universal Operation: Works in any burn position for flexible installation
Recommended Applications
- Retail display spotlighting (high-end merchandise, jewelry)
- Museum and gallery accent lighting
- Architectural feature highlighting
- Track lighting systems requiring secure lamp retention
- Applications with vibration or movement concerns
- Long-throw accent lighting in commercial spaces
⚠️ Base Compatibility Critical
This lamp has a GU7 TWIST-LOCK base
NOT compatible with standard GX5.3/GU5.3 bi-pin sockets
Verify your fixture has GU7 twist-lock sockets before ordering
Safety Information
- GU7 base only: Do not attempt to install in GX5.3/GU5.3 bi-pin sockets
- Twist to lock: Ensure lamp is fully rotated and locked in socket
- Keep combustible materials away — MR16 lamps operate at high temperatures
- Use in fixture rated for this product — Requires 12V transformer compatible with 50W load
- Do not use if cover glass is scratched or broken — Risk of implosion and UV exposure
- Allow lamp to cool before handling — Bulb wall reaches high temperatures
- Turn power off before installing or removing — Electrical shock hazard
