Product Overview
GE 31074 CMH70CU942MED/O — 70W Ceramic Metal Halide (CMH) Lamp — E26 (Medium) Base — 5,200 lm Initial — 4000K
The GE 31074 CMH70CU942MED/O is a 70W ceramic metal halide (CMH) HID lamp on a E26 (Medium) base, delivering 5,200 lm initial output at 4000K with CRI 90. Rated for a 15,000-hour average life, it's built for universal operation in open fixtures.
WATTAGE 70W CMH / HID | LUMENS 5,200 lm Mean 4,000 lm | COLOR TEMP 4000K CRI 90 | BASE E26 (Medium) Open | RATED LIFE 15,000h Universal |
Technical Specifications
| Item Number | 31074 |
| Product Code | CMH70CU942MED/O |
| Lamp Type | Ceramic Metal Halide (CMH / Constant Color) |
| Bulb Shape | ED17 |
| Base Type | E26 (Medium) |
| Lamp Enclosure Type (LET) | Open fixtures |
| Operating Position | Universal |
| Wattage | 70W |
| ANSI Ballast Type | M143/M98/C98 |
| Case Quantity | 6 |
| Maximum Overall Length (MOL) | 5.43" |
| Light Center Length (LCL) | 3.37" |
| Rated Average Life | 15,000 hours |
| Initial Lumens | 5,200 lm |
| Mean Lumens | 4,000 |
| Color Temperature | 4000K |
| Color Rendering Index (CRI) | 90 |
| Additional Information | Coated |
| UPC | 043168310741 |
Product Overview
The GE 31074 CMH70CU942MED/O is part of GE's Constant Color® CMH® ceramic metal halide family, providing crisp white light with strong color rendering (CRI 90) for applications where accurate color and consistent output matter. It delivers 5,200 lm initial output at 4000K with a rated 4,000 mean lumens at rated life. This lamp requires an ANSI M143/M98/C98 ballast — confirm ballast compatibility before ordering.
Rated for 15,000 hours of average life on a E26 (Medium) base, this lamp is built for universal operation in open fixtures.
Compatible Applications
- Retail, display, and accent lighting where color accuracy and consistent output matter.
- Commercial and hospitality lighting.
- General-purpose commercial and industrial fixtures rated for this lamp's base and wattage.
Before Ordering – Verify
- Confirm your fixture uses a E26 (Medium) base before ordering.
- Confirm your ballast is rated ANSI M143/M98/C98 for this lamp.
- Confirm the fixture supports Universal operation.
- Confirm the fixture is rated for open use, per this lamp's classification.
- Verify Maximum Overall Length (5.43") and Light Center Length (3.37") clear your fixture.
Safety and Handling Guidelines
- Disconnect power before installing or servicing.
- Use only with a compatible, correctly rated ANSI ballast for this lamp type.
- Install only in a fixture rated for this lamp's base, wattage, and enclosure classification.
- Allow the lamp to cool before handling; do not use if the outer envelope is cracked or broken.
Compliance
- Manufactured by GE Lighting (Constant Color® CMH® portfolio).
- ANSI Ballast Type: M143/M98/C98.
Ordering Information
- Item Number: 31074
- Product Code: CMH70CU942MED/O
- UPC: 043168310741
- Case Quantity: 6
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