Product Overview

SYLVANIA 64547 | MP70/U/MED 70W Metalarc® Pro-Tech® Metal Halide Lamp
The Sylvania 64547 (MP70/U/MED) is a high-performance **70W quartz metal halide lamp** from the renowned Metalarc® Pro-Tech® series. Designed for universal operating positions, this lamp features a standard **E26 Medium Screw base** and is rated for both open or enclosed fixtures thanks to its integrated protective shielding. Delivering **5,200 initial lumens** of crisp **3200K Natural White** light, it offers exceptional color rendering and an extended rated average life of **20,000 hours**, making it an energy-efficient choice for commercial accent, retail, and public space lighting.
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Wattage
70W
ANSI M98/O
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Brightness
5,200 lm
3200K Natural White
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Base Type
E26
Medium Screw
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Rated Life
20,000h
Metalarc Pro-Tech
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Advanced Protective Shielding and Open-Fixture Rating
Sylvania Metalarc Pro-Tech lamps are uniquely engineered with a protective quartz shroud surrounding the arc tube. This containment design satisfies **ANSI M98/O** requirements, allowing the lamp to be operated safely in open luminaires without the need for a heavy glass lens cover. It provides an excellent alternative to standard high-pressure sodium or mercury vapor systems, delivering superior color accuracy and lumen maintenance over its comprehensive 20,000-hour life cycle.
- Pro-Tech Safety Shroud: Rated for open or enclosed fixtures, eliminating luminaire lens restrictions.
- Warm-Up & Restrike Timing: Requires a 5–10 minute warm-up period for full output; allow 7–12 minutes for hot restrike before restarting.
- High Light Efficacy: Delivers a powerful 5,200 initial lumens using only 70 watts of power.
- Universal Operation: Optimized to maintain consistent light output and performance in any burning position.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Sylvania
- Ordering Code: 64547
- Abbreviation: MP70/U/MED
- Series: Metalarc® Pro-Tech®
- ANSI Code: M98/O
- Wattage: 70W
- Base Type: E26 Medium Screw (Protected)
- Initial Lumens: 5,200 lm
- Color Temperature: 3200K (Natural White)
- Operating Position: Universal (Universal Burning Position)
- UPC: 046135645471
- Rated Average Life: 20,000 Hours
Safety and Compliance Guidelines
- UV Radiation Warning: This HID lamp emits harmful ultraviolet radiation. Always operate in fixtures capable of mitigating UV risk or utilize protective glass lens shields if deployed near personnel.
- Mercury Containment: This product contains mercury. Disposal must comply with local, state, and federal lamp recycling regulations.
- Specification Verification: It is highly recommended to cross-reference application parameters with the official Sylvania manufacturer data sheet prior to installation.