Product Overview
GE 22159 CMH70PAR30L/830/FL 70W Ceramic Metal Halide PAR30L Flood - 3000K 40° Beam 10,000 CBCP
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Series | GE ConstantColor® CMH® | Order Code | 22159 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamp Type | CMH-PAR30L (Ceramic Metal Halide, Long Neck) | Wattage | 70W (ANSI C139/M98) |
| Base | E26 Medium Screw (Open Rated) | Beam | 40° Flood |
| Initial Lumens | 4,700 lm (typical) | CBCP | 10,000 cd |
| CCT / CRI | 3000K warm white • CRI 80 (nominal 82) | Rated Life | 13,000 hours (based on 11 hrs/start) |
| Lumens per Watt | 67 LPW (nominal) | LEED-EB MR Credit | 131 pg Hg per mean lumen hour |
| Burn Position | Universal | UV Control | Yes (Protected Arc Tube) |
| Fixture Rating | Open or Enclosed | Base / Bulb Temp (MAX) | 200°C / 300°C |
| MOL / DIA | 4.75" length × 3.75" diameter | Warm-up / Hot Restart | 2 min / 10-15 min |
| Case Qty | 6 per case | GTIN / UPC | 10043168221594 / 043168221597 |
Broad 40° flood light with warm 3000K color. GE ConstantColor® CMH70PAR30L/830/FL delivers 4,700 lm output, 10,000 CBCP, and UV-control with a 40° flood beam—ideal for retail floors, showrooms, and general illumination where wider coverage is needed.
40° Flood Beam Characteristics
- Wide flood spread: 40-degree beam for broad area coverage
- Moderate intensity: 10,000 candela center beam (verified from GE spec)
- Best for: General lighting, wall washing, area illumination
- Coverage at 10 feet: ~7-foot diameter pool
- Comparison to 15° spot: 4.3× wider coverage, lower intensity
CMH70PAR30L Beam Pattern Comparison
- GE 22152 (SP15): 15° Spot, 43,000 CBCP, tightest beam, highest intensity
- GE 22159 (This Lamp - FL40): 40° Flood, 10,000 CBCP, widest coverage
Note: Some distributors incorrectly list 36,000 CBCP for this lamp. The official GE specification is 10,000 CBCP.
Applications
Ideal for retail floors, showrooms, lobbies, and galleries where a broader 40° flood is preferred for uniform, warm-white illumination with high punch and color consistency.
Ballast Information
This lamp must be operated with a pulse start metal halide ballast with an ANSI code of C139, M98, or M139. Use only in approved fixtures.
- GE recommended ballasts available
- 120/277V and 4-tap ballast options available
- Does NOT require thermally protected ballast (per GE spec)
Caution / Safety
⚠️ UV Radiation Warning: This lamp can cause serious skin burn and eye inflammation from shortwave ultraviolet radiation if outer envelope is broken or punctured. Do not use where people will remain for more than a few minutes unless adequate shielding or other safety precautions are used.
Risk of burn: allow lamp to cool before handling. Install fully before energizing.
Risk of electric shock / fire: power off before install/removal; keep combustibles away; use fused or thermally protected ballast per instructions; use only in properly rated fixtures.
Lamp integrity: do not use if outer glass is scratched or broken. Do not exceed rated voltage or life. For outdoor use, ensure enclosed or properly rated fixtures.
Alternate Part Numbers
Also known as: GE 22159, CMH70PAR30L/830/FL, CMH70/PAR30L/830FL40
