Product Overview
GE H7553 #43570 — PAR36 Emergency Building Lighting Sealed Beam Lamp, 12W 6.0V
The GE H7553 (order code 43570) is a 12W 6.0V PAR36 sealed beam lamp listed in GE's Miniature, Sealed Beam and Automotive Lamps catalog under the application “Emergency Building Lighting”. Rated life is 50 hours.
Select this lamp by matching the GE lamp number, order code, voltage, wattage, base style, and beam pattern to the installed fixture. Confirm compatibility before ordering.
| Wattage 12W GE Lamp | Voltage 6.0V Rated | Lamp Shape PAR36 Sealed Beam | MBCP 850 Catalog Value | Life 50 h Rated Avg. |
Product Overview
A PAR36 sealed beam lamp has its filament, reflector, and lens factory-sealed as one unit, so the beam pattern is fixed by the lamp. Beam spread, intensity, voltage, and base style therefore determine which lamp number is correct for a given fixture, and like-for-like replacement is the safest approach.
GE lists this lamp (no. H7553) in its catalog under “Emergency Building Lighting”. Catalog beam spread is given to 10% of maximum beam candlepower (MBCP).
Technical Specifications
| Brand | GE Lighting |
| Order Code | 43570 |
| GE Lamp No. | H7553 |
| Description | GE H7553 PAR36 Emergency Building Lighting 12W 6.0V |
| Application | Emergency Building Lighting |
| Bulb Shape | PAR36 (nominal 4.5 in diameter) |
| Voltage | 6.0 V |
| Wattage | 12 W |
| Maximum Beam Candlepower (MBCP) | 850 |
| Beam Spread to 10% MBCP (Horizontal × Vertical) | 30° H × 20° V |
| Base | Screw Terminals |
| MOL | 2.75 in |
| Rated Life | 50 hours |
| Case Quantity | 12 |
| Bulk Order Code | 43571 (pack of 60) |
| Catalog Footnotes / Notices | 307 |
| UPC | 043168435703 |
Typical Applications
- Catalog application: Emergency Building Lighting
- Replacement in fixtures that specify GE lamp no. H7553
- 6.0V systems rated for 12W per lamp
- Fixtures that accept a PAR36 lamp with Screw Terminals (per the catalog)
Before Ordering Verify
- GE Order Code: Confirm the installed lamp or fixture documentation calls for GE H7553 / order code 43570.
- Electrical Rating: Confirm the fixture operates at 6.0V and 12W.
- Base Type: Confirm the socket or connector matches Screw Terminals.
- Beam Pattern: Confirm the required beam spread (30° H x 20° V).
- Physical Fit: Verify MOL (2.75 in) and fixture clearance before ordering.
- Burn Position: The catalog does not list a burn position for this lamp. Follow the fixture manufacturer's instructions.
Safety & Installation Guidelines
- Qualified Installation: Install by qualified personnel following fixture and site procedures.
- Disconnect Power: De-energize circuits before installing or removing the lamp.
- Use Correct Replacement: Do not substitute lamps unless the fixture manufacturer permits it.
- Allow Cooling: Let the lamp and fixture cool before handling.
GE Warning and Caution Notice 307
- WARNING – Pressurized lamp—unexpected rupture may cause injury, fire, or property damage: Do not use lamp if outer glass is scratched or broken; Dispose of lamp in a closed container.
Wholesale & Project Support
ADL Supply supports maintenance teams, electrical contractors, and procurement departments with GE lamp sourcing, project quoting, and replacement identification assistance.
For volume pricing, availability, or help confirming the correct GE replacement lamp, contact ADL Supply at 1-800-235-3489.
