Philips 30647-2 C150S55/C/M 150W E26 HPS Lamp

Product Overview

Philips 30647-2 C150S55/C/M — 150W Ceramalux Comfort High Pressure Sodium Lamp, E26 Medium Screw Base

The Philips 30647-2 C150S55/C/M is a 150W Ceramalux Comfort High Pressure Sodium (HPS) lamp from Philips Lighting, designed for outdoor area lighting, street lighting, and industrial high-bay applications. With a E26 Medium Screw base, BD-17 bulb shape, ANSI code S55, and universal burn position, this lamp delivers 12,000 initial lumens and a 15,000-hour rated life. Verify wattage, ANSI code, base type, and ballast compatibility before ordering — HPS lamps require an HPS-rated ballast and ignitor.

Wattage

150W

HPS / HID

Lumens

12,000 lm

Initial Output

Color Temp

2200K

Warm White

Base

E26

E26 Medium Screw

Rated Life

15,000 hrs

Average Life

Technical Specifications

SKU	PHLB306472
Brand	Philips Lighting
Philips Product Number	30647-2
Series	Philips Ceramalux Comfort — High Pressure Sodium
Lamp Type	High Pressure Sodium (HPS)
Ordering Code	C150S55/C/M
Bulb Shape	BD-17
Wattage	150W
Initial Lumens	12,000 lm
Mean Lumens	10,800 lm
CRI	~60
Color Temperature	2200K Warm White
Base Type	E26 Medium Screw
ANSI Code	S55
Burn / Operating Position	Universal
LCL (Light Center Length)	3⁷⁄₁₆″
MOL (Max Overall Length)	5⁷⁄₁₆″
Rated Average Life	15,000 hours
Standard Package Quantity	12 per case
UPC / EAN	46677306472

Product Overview

The Philips 30647-2 C150S55/C/M is a 150W Ceramalux Comfort HPS lamp engineered for high-output outdoor and industrial lighting. It delivers 12,000 initial lumens (10,800 mean lumens at 40% of rated life), suited for applications where improved color rendition over standard HPS is desired, on standard HPS ballasts. The 2200K warm white output is characteristic of High Pressure Sodium technology.

The BD-17 bulb shape and E26 Medium Screw base make this a direct replacement in fixtures previously housing a standard 150W HPS lamp with ANSI code S55. Universal burn position allows installation in any orientation. Rated average life is 15,000 hours. This lamp contains mercury and must be recycled per applicable regulations.

Compatible Applications

Improved-color outdoor and area lighting — Where better color rendition than standard HPS is desired.
Retrofit onto standard HPS ballasts — No special ballast required.
Retrofit and maintenance replacement — Direct replacement for existing 150W HPS lamps with E26 Medium Screw base and S55 ANSI code. Verify ballast compatibility before ordering.

Before Ordering — Verify

ANSI / Lamp Code: Confirm the existing lamp or equipment manual matches S55.
Wattage: Confirm the fixture is rated for 150W.
Base Type: Confirm the socket matches E26 Medium Screw.
Ballast Compatibility: This lamp requires an HPS-rated ballast and ignitor. It will not operate on a Metal Halide or Mercury Vapor ballast.
Burn Position: Fixture supports Universal operation — no restriction.
Physical Fit: Confirm BD-17 bulb shape, LCL 3⁷⁄₁₆″, MOL 5⁷⁄₁₆″, and fixture clearance against the existing lamp or fixture manual.

Safety and Handling Guidelines

Correct Ballast Required: Use only with an HPS-compatible ballast and ignitor rated for this lamp. Using an incompatible ballast can result in lamp failure or fixture damage.
High-Pressure Arc Tube: HPS lamps operate under high internal pressure. Always use appropriate eye protection when handling or replacing lamps. Allow lamps to cool fully before removal.
Fixture Design: Do not use this lamp in a fixture that redirects a substantial portion of energy toward the arc tube and its immediate vicinity, as this may lead to early lamp failure.
Approved Fixtures Only: Install only in fixtures rated for the listed lamp type, wattage, and operating position. The fixture wattage rating must match the wattage on the outer glass bulb.
Handling: Do not scratch the outer bulb or subject it to pressure — this could cause the outer bulb to crack or shatter. Replace the lamp if the outer glass bulb has been scratched, cracked, or damaged in any way.
If Broken: If the outer glass bulb is broken, shut off power immediately and remove the lamp after it has cooled. If the arc tube is broken, avoid skin contact with its contents or fragments.
Mercury Content: Contains mercury. Do not dispose of in regular trash. Recycle through an approved lamp recycling program in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Compliance

Contains mercury — subject to applicable lamp recycling and disposal regulations. California, Washington, and other states may have mandatory take-back or handling fee requirements.
Verify RoHS compliance status, UL listing, Title 20, and Prop 65 requirements with the Philips manufacturer specification sheet prior to use in regulated installations.