Product Overview
Philips MasterColor CDM-T Elite 315W/942 T12 Ceramic Metal Halide Lamp – 4200K | 34,300 Lumens | CRI 90 | PGZX18
The Philips MasterColor CDM-T Elite 315W/942 T12 U P 1CT is a 315-watt medium-wattage ceramic metal-halide lamp designed to deliver sparkling 4200K cool-white light with high color quality. It produces 34,300 initial lumens, has a nominal CRI of 90, and uses a PGZX18 base. The clear T12 lamp operates in a universal burn position and must be paired with compatible control gear specifically approved for this Philips 315W CDM-T Elite lamp. Please verify the complete product name, order code, wattage, base, lamp voltage, dimensions, control-gear compatibility, and luminaire temperature requirements before ordering.
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Wattage
315W
Ceramic Metal Halide
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Color
4200K
CRI 90 Nominal
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Initial Output
34,300 lm
109 lm/W
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Base
PGZX18
Specialty Base
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Average Life
20,000 hrs
Nominal
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Philips Lighting |
| Full Product Name | MasterColor CDM-T Elite 315W/942 T12 U P 1CT |
| Order Product Name | CDM T12 ELITE 315/942/U/O NA |
| Order Code | 928601167302 |
| Full Product Code | 928601167302 |
| Product Family | MasterColor CDM-T Elite Medium Wattage |
| Lamp Technology | Ceramic metal halide |
| Bulb Shape | T12 |
| Bulb Finish | Clear |
| Base | PGZX18 |
| Operating Position | Universal |
| Color Code | 942 |
| Color Designation | Cool White |
| Color Temperature | 4200K nominal |
| Technical CCT Range | 4000–4400K |
| Color Rendering Index | 90 nominal; 85 minimum |
| Initial Lumens | 34,300 lumens |
| Design Mean Lumens | 30,780 lumens |
| Luminous Efficacy | 109 lm/W |
| Rated Wattage | 315W |
| Lamp Voltage | 100V |
| Lamp Current | 3.15A |
| Run-Up Current | 4.7A |
| Ignition Time | 3 seconds maximum |
| Run-Up Time to 90% Output | 3 minutes maximum |
| Maximum Re-Ignition Time | 10 minutes |
| Average Life | 20,000 hours |
| Life to 5% Failures | 10,500 hours |
| Life to 10% Failures | 13,300 hours |
| Lumen Maintenance at 2,000 Hours | 97% |
| Lumen Maintenance at 5,000 Hours | 96% |
| Lumen Maintenance at 8,000 Hours | 95% |
| Lumen Maintenance at 10,000 Hours | 93% |
| Lumen Maintenance at 20,000 Hours | 80% |
| Energy Efficiency Label | A+ |
| Energy Consumption | 346 kWh per 1,000 hours |
| Mercury Content | 24 mg maximum |
| Maximum Cap-Base Temperature | 250°C |
| Maximum Pinch Temperature | 300°C |
| Maximum Bulb Temperature | 350°C |
| Overall Length | 193 mm / 7.6 in |
| Bulb Diameter | 38 mm / 1.5 in |
| Light Center Length | 90 mm nominal / 3.54 in |
| Arc Length | 14 mm |
| ILCOS Code | MTS-315/42/1A-H-PGZX18 |
| Quantity per Pack | 1 lamp |
| Outer Box Quantity | 12 lamps |
| EAN / UPC | 046677238094 |
| Outer Box GTIN | 50046677238099 |
Key Features & Benefits
- 315-watt MasterColor ceramic metal-halide lamp for compatible professional luminaires.
- Produces 34,300 initial lumens at a nominal efficacy of 109 lumens per watt.
- 4200K sparkling cool-white light with nominal CRI 90.
- High lumen maintenance, retaining approximately 93% output at 10,000 hours.
- PGZX18 base for compatible medium-wattage CDM lamp holders.
- Universal operating position.
- Clear T12 outer envelope with a compact 38 mm diameter.
- Average rated life of 20,000 hours.
- Designed as part of an efficient Philips lamp-and-ballast system.
Product Overview
The Philips MasterColor CDM-T Elite 315W/942 T12 U P 1CT is a medium-wattage ceramic metal-halide lamp developed for applications requiring high light output, cool-white color, and strong color rendering. Philips describes the system as producing sparkling white light that brings out a broad range of colors while using less energy than a comparable 400W metal-halide HID system.
The lamp delivers 34,300 initial lumens at 4200K, with a nominal CRI of 90 and design mean output of 30,780 lumens. Its light characteristics make it suitable for compatible commercial, retail, architectural, industrial, and large-area luminaires where accurate color appearance and high output are required.
This lamp must be operated with control gear specifically approved for the Philips 315W CDM-T Elite system. Similar wattage, base type, or physical dimensions do not establish ballast compatibility.
Compatible Applications
- Commercial luminaires designed for Philips 315W CDM-T Elite lamps
- Retail and display lighting requiring high light output and accurate color rendering
- Architectural and large-area indoor lighting
- Industrial and commercial fixtures using a PGZX18 socket
- Maintenance replacement where order code 928601167302 is specified
Before Ordering – Verify
- Full product name: Confirm the required lamp is MasterColor CDM-T Elite 315W/942 T12 U P 1CT.
- Order code: Verify Philips order code 928601167302.
- Color code: The 942 designation identifies approximately 4200K with nominal CRI 90.
- Wattage: Confirm the fixture and control gear are designed for this exact 315W lamp.
- Base: Verify the fixture uses a PGZX18 lamp holder.
- Control gear: Use only with compatible control gear approved for the Philips MasterColor CDM-T Elite 315W system.
- Lamp voltage and current: Confirm compatibility with approximately 100V lamp voltage and 3.15A operating current.
- Dimensions: Verify the fixture accepts a lamp approximately 193 mm long and 38 mm in diameter.
- Operating position: Philips identifies universal operation, but all luminaire instructions must still be followed.
- Temperature limits: Ensure the luminaire maintains the cap-base, pinch, and bulb temperatures within the published limits.
- Warm-up and restrike: Allow up to three minutes for 90% output and up to ten minutes for re-ignition.
- ANSI code: ANSI C182/O is not published in the supplied Philips sheet and should not be used as the primary compatibility reference.
- Packaging: Philips lists one lamp per pack and twelve lamps per outer box.
Safety and Installation Guidelines
- Disconnect and lock out electrical power before inspecting, installing, or removing the lamp.
- Allow the lamp and luminaire to cool completely before handling.
- Use only with compatible Philips-approved control gear and a PGZX18 lamp holder.
- Do not connect the lamp directly to line voltage.
- Do not touch the outer glass with bare hands during installation.
- Do not use the lamp if the outer envelope is cracked, scratched, broken, or punctured.
- A damaged outer envelope can allow hazardous short-wave ultraviolet radiation that may cause serious skin burns or eye inflammation.
- Use adequate shielding and follow all luminaire-manufacturer safety instructions.
- Maintain the maximum published cap-base, pinch, and bulb temperatures.
- Keep combustible materials away from the lamp and hot luminaire surfaces.
- Installation and servicing should be completed by qualified personnel.
Compliance & Environmental Information
- Complies with FDA radiation-performance requirements under 21 CFR 1040.30.
- Canadian radiation standard referenced by Philips: SOR/DORS/80-381.
- Energy-efficiency classification: A+.
- Maximum mercury content: 24 mg.
- Recycle or dispose of the lamp according to applicable mercury-lamp regulations.
- No ANSI C182/O, RoHS, UL, ETL, DLC, ENERGY STAR, Title 20, Title 24, or JA8 claim was identified in the supplied Philips datasheet.
Ordering Information
- Brand: Philips Lighting
- Order Code: 928601167302
- Full Product Name: MasterColor CDM-T Elite 315W/942 T12 U P 1CT
- Order Product Name: CDM T12 ELITE 315/942/U/O NA
- Wattage: 315W
- Color Temperature: 4200K
- CRI: 90 nominal
- Initial Lumens: 34,300
- Base: PGZX18
- Average Life: 20,000 hours
- Quantity per Pack: 1 lamp
- Outer Box Quantity: 12 lamps
- EAN / UPC: 046677238094
- Outer Box GTIN: 50046677238099
For wholesale pricing, bulk availability, or help confirming the correct control gear and fixture compatibility, contact ADL Supply at 1-800-235-3489.
