GE MVR250U Multi-Vapor® Metal Halide Lamp – 250W | 4200K | 20,800 Lumens | E39 Base | ED28 | M58/E

20,800 lumens at 4200K Cool White – a professional 250W standard metal halide lamp featuring an E39 mogul screw base, ED28 bulb shape, 10,000-hour rated life, and universal burn position for high-output commercial and industrial illumination.

Quick Specs

• Brand: GE Lighting
• Manufacturer Part Number: 42729
• Description: MVR250U
• ANSI Code: M58/E
• Lamp Type: Standard Metal Halide (Multi-Vapor®)
• Wattage: 250 W
• Base Type: E39 (Mogul Screw)
• Bulb Shape: ED28
• Color Temperature: 4200K
• CRI: 65
• Initial Lumens: 20,800 lm
• Mean Lumens: 13,500 lm
• Rated Average Life: 10,000 hours
• Fixture Rating: Enclosed Fixtures Only
• Burn Position: Universal
• Maximum Overall Length (MOL): 8.25 in (209.5 mm)

Product Overview

The GE 42729 (MVR250U) Multi-Vapor® Metal Halide Lamp is an industry-standard 250-watt HID solution delivering a powerful 20,800 initial lumens. Designed for high-bay and area lighting, this ED28 lamp provides a crisp 4200K Cool White light that enhances visibility and safety in industrial settings. With a 10,000-hour rated life, it remains a reliable and cost-effective choice for facility managers looking for dependable HID performance.

Engineered with a universal burn position, the MVR250U can be installed in any orientation without affecting lamp life or light quality. Its E39 mogul base is compatible with a vast range of existing fixtures, making it an ideal replacement lamp for warehouses, gymnasiums, and manufacturing floors using ANSI M58 ballasts.

Why Choose This Product

• High Lumen Output: Delivers over 20,000 lumens, providing intense illumination for large indoor volumes.
• Standard M58 Compatibility: Operates seamlessly with industry-standard ANSI M58 ballasts from major manufacturers.
• Cool White Clarity: The 4200K color temperature offers a professional, clean white light that improves contrast in work environments.
• Universal Burn Position: Flexible installation allows for base-up, base-down, or horizontal mounting.
• Durable ED28 Construction: Robust hard-glass outer envelope designed for the rigors of commercial and industrial use.
• Mogul E39 Base: Heavy-duty screw base ensures a secure mechanical and electrical fit in high-wattage sockets.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions

Applications

• Warehouse and distribution center high-bay fixtures
• Manufacturing plants and industrial facilities
• Commercial retail "big box" store lighting
• Gymnasiums and large indoor recreational arenas
• Outdoor area lighting (when used in enclosed, UL-rated fixtures)

Compatibility & Installation

Fixture Type: This lamp is Enclosed Rated (E). It must be operated in a luminaire designed to contain hot fragments in the rare event of a lamp rupture.

Ballast: Requires an ANSI M58 ballast. Compatible with standard probe-start multi-tap, 480V, and tri-tap HID ballasts from brands such as Advance, Universal, and GE.

Before ordering, confirm:

• ANSI Code – M58: Ensure your ballast matches ANSI M58 specifications.
• Wattage – 250W: Verify fixture and ballast are rated for 250 watts.
• Base Type – E39: Confirm your socket is a Mogul (large) screw-in type, not a Medium (E26) base.

Ordering Information

• Brand: GE Lighting
• Part Number: 42729
• UPC: 043168427298
• Lamp Description: MVR250U (Multi-Vapor® 250W ED28)
• Case quantities and bulk pricing available – contact ADL Supply for high-volume orders.

Safety & Handling Notes

• Enclosed Fixture Only: Operate only in fixtures designed to withstand a lamp rupture.
• Mercury Content: Contains mercury. Dispose of according to local, state, and federal hazardous waste laws.
• UV Radiation Warning: This lamp can cause skin and eye irritation if the outer envelope is broken. If the bulb breaks, turn off power and evacuate the area immediately.
• Turn Power Off: Disconnect power before installation or relamping to avoid electrical shock.
• Cool Down: HID lamps operate at extremely high temperatures. Allow at least 15 minutes for the lamp to cool before handling.