SYLVANIA 64880 | Metalarc Powerball 39W Ceramic Metal Halide PAR30 Spot

The Sylvania Metalarc Powerball 64880 (MCP39PAR30LN/U/830/SP/ECO) is a high-intensity **39W ceramic metal halide PAR30LN spot lamp** engineered for precision retail accenting and long-throw architectural lighting. Featuring advanced **Powerball ceramic arc technology** and a specialized **10° narrow spot beam**, this lamp provides crisp, controlled illumination with an **8,000 candela peak intensity**. Designed for deep-recessed fixtures, its long-neck (LN) profile and **open-rated (O-type)** certification make it a flexible and highly efficient choice for demanding display environments where punchy, defined light is required.

Precision Spot Optics and Reliability

Designed for applications where standard flood lamps lack the intensity to reach high shelves or distant displays, the **10° narrow spot beam** of the 64880 provides excellent center-beam candlepower. The **ceramic arc tube** ensures consistent color temperature (3000K) and minimizes color drift, essential for maintaining a uniform look in track lighting grids. As an **open-rated (O-type)** lamp, it allows for installation in a wider variety of fixture types, reducing the cost and complexity of the luminaire design.

• Narrow Spot Focus: 10-degree beam spread delivers 8,000 candela for high-contrast, punchy accent lighting.
• Long Neck Design: Specifically suited for deeper recessed housings to prevent glare and allow for easier alignment.
• Open Rated: Certified for use in open fixtures, offering greater design flexibility for commercial and retail spaces.
• Reliable Starting: Pulse-start technology ensures quick warm-up and excellent lumen maintenance over its 12,000-hour life.

Comprehensive Technical Specifications

• Brand: Sylvania
• Product Code / NAED: 64880
• Ordering Abbreviation: MCP39PAR30LN/U/830/SP/ECO
• ANSI Code: C130/O
• Wattage: 39W
• Base Type: E26 Medium Screw
• Beam Angle: 10° Spot
• Peak Intensity: 8,000 Candela
• Color Temperature: 3000K (Warm White)
• CRI: 82
• Initial Lumens: 2,300
• Average Rated Life: 12,000 Hours
• Bulb Shape: PAR30LN (Long Neck)
• Fixture Rating: Open or Enclosed

System Installation & Safety Guidelines

• Ballast Requirements: Operates on pulse-rated ballasts compliant with ANSI C130/O.
• Safety Socket: Use exclusively with sockets rated for 4000V pulses to ensure reliable ignition and safety.
• UV Safety: Contains UV-Stop quartz shielding; however, if the outer glass envelope is ever cracked or broken, the lamp must be replaced immediately to avoid UV exposure.
• Overcurrent Protection: Installation must include appropriate circuit-level overcurrent protection as per NEC guidelines.

Recommended Commercial Applications

• High-End Retail: Ideal for highlighting jewelry, timepieces, and feature mannequins from a distance.
• Museums & Galleries: Precision spotlighting for individual art pieces, exhibits, and historical displays.
• Architectural Accenting: Highlighting structural elements, signage, or tall architectural details in lobbies and atriums.