Product Overview

Sylvania Metalarc 64974 70W Ceramic Metal Halide Lamp

T4.5 G8.5 Base Lamp with 94 CRI and 3000K for Professional Lighting

Product Overview

The Sylvania Metalarc 64974 is a 70W ceramic metal halide lamp with a G8.5 2-pin base, delivering 6800 initial lumens, a 94 CRI, and a 3000K warm white color temperature. Designed for enclosed luminaires, this T4.5 clear tubular lamp offers a 15,000-hour lifespan and universal burn position, making it ideal for commercial and architectural lighting applications.

Technical Specifications

Wattage:: Wattage: 70W
ANSI Code:: C139/E
Bulb Type:: T4.5 Clear Tubular
Base Type:: G8.5 2-Pin Plug-in
Color Temperature:: 3000K (930)
CRI:: 94
Lumen Output:: 6800 lm (Initial)
Rated Life:: 15,000 hours
Dimensions:: 3.19" L × 0.591" Diameter
Nominal Voltage:: 95V
Burn Position:: Universal

Key Features

Sylvania Metalarc Powerball Ceramic TC G8.5 lamps combine pulse-start metal halide technology with advanced ceramic arc tube design, offering:

Superior color accuracy for critical applications
Reduced color variation compared to quartz metal halide
Enhanced lumen maintenance and longer lifespan
Compact size for versatile fixture compatibility
Compatibility with ANSI-standard magnetic and electronic ballasts

Applications

Commercial accent and track lighting
Retail display and showcase lighting
Architectural facade illumination
Indirect cove lighting systems
Landscape and outdoor luminaires
Recessed downlight installations
Professional studio lighting setups

Installation Requirements

Designed for enclosed luminaires only
Requires thermally protected ballast

Important Safety Notice

This lamp may emit harmful short-wave ultraviolet radiation if the outer envelope is compromised, which can cause serious skin burns and eye inflammation.