Product Overview
GE 48429 CMH250/V/PA/O — 250W Ceramic Metal Halide (CMH) Lamp — EX39 (Mogul) Base — 23,000 lm Initial — 4100K
The GE 48429 CMH250/V/PA/O is a 250W ceramic metal halide (CMH) HID lamp on a EX39 (Mogul) base, delivering 23,000 lm initial output at 4100K with CRI 90. Rated for a 20,000-hour average life, it's built for vertical only operation in open fixtures.
WATTAGE 250W CMH / HID | LUMENS 23,000 lm Mean 18,400 lm | COLOR TEMP 4100K CRI 90 | BASE EX39 (Mogul) Open | RATED LIFE 20,000h Vertical Only |
Technical Specifications
| Item Number | 48429 |
| Product Code | CMH250/V/PA/O |
| Lamp Type | Ceramic Metal Halide (CMH / Constant Color) |
| Bulb Shape | ED28 |
| Base Type | EX39 (Mogul) |
| Lamp Enclosure Type (LET) | Open fixtures |
| Operating Position | Vertical Only |
| Wattage | 250W |
| ANSI Ballast Type | Not specified in this datasheet |
| Case Quantity | 12 |
| Maximum Overall Length (MOL) | 8.31" |
| Light Center Length (LCL) | 5.00" |
| Rated Average Life | 20,000 hours |
| Initial Lumens | 23,000 lm |
| Mean Lumens | 18,400 |
| Color Temperature | 4100K |
| Color Rendering Index (CRI) | 90 |
| Additional Information | Clear |
| UPC | 043168484299 |
Product Overview
The GE 48429 CMH250/V/PA/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 23,000 lm initial output at 4100K with a rated 18,400 mean lumens at rated life. This lamp requires an ANSI matched ballast — confirm ballast compatibility before ordering.
Rated for 20,000 hours of average life on a EX39 (Mogul) base, this lamp is built for vertical only 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 EX39 (Mogul) base before ordering.
- Confirm your ballast is matched to this lamp — this datasheet does not list a specific ANSI ballast code for this item; verify with GE or your ballast manufacturer.
- Confirm the fixture supports Vertical Only operation.
- Confirm the fixture is rated for open use, per this lamp's classification.
- Verify Maximum Overall Length (8.31") and Light Center Length (5.00") 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: not specified in this datasheet — confirm with GE before ordering a ballast.
Ordering Information
- Item Number: 48429
- Product Code: CMH250/V/PA/O
- UPC: 043168484299
- Case Quantity: 12
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