Product Overview
GE 67698 CMH70/TC/UVC/U/830/G8.5 PLUS 70W Ceramic Metal Halide - 3000K G8.5 Base 97 LPW
The GE 67698 CMH70/TC/UVC/U/830/G8.5 PLUS is a 70-watt ConstantColor ceramic metal halide lamp featuring Precise™ technology, UV control, and a G8.5 bi-pin base. This energy-efficient lamp delivers 7,000 nominal lumens (7,233 rated) of 3000K warm white light with 83+ CRI and an exceptional 100.5 LPW efficacy. With 15,000-hour rated life and dimming capability, it's ideal for retail, hospitality, and architectural lighting.
Key Specifications
- Product Code: 67698
- Ordering Code: CMH70/TC/UVC/U/830/G8.5 PLUS
- Wattage: 70W (nominal) / 72.0W (rated)
- Voltage: 85V (nominal and rated)
- Current: 1.01A
- Base Type: G8.5 Bi-Pin (8.5mm center-to-center)
- Bulb Shape: T4.5 (Tubular)
- Bulb Finish: Clear UVC Quartz
- Color Temperature: 3000K (830 Code) Warm White
- Color Rendering Index (CRI): 83+
- Nominal Lumens: 7,000 lm
- Rated Lumens (100h): 7,233 lm
- Luminous Efficacy: 97-100.5 LPW
- Rated Life: 15,000 hours
- Lumen Maintenance: 71% at 40% rated life (mean lumens)
- Light Center Length (LCL): 52mm (2.05")
- Maximum Overall Length (MOL): 3.35" (85mm)
- Diameter: 0.57" (14.5mm)
- ANSI Code: M139 (also compatible with C139, M139e)
- Operating Position: Universal
- Arc Tube: Unprotected (enclosed fixture required)
- Fixture Requirement: Enclosed only
- Max. Fixture Voltage-Rise: 5 Volts
- Max. Base Temperature: 250°C (482°F)
- Max. Bulb Temperature: 400°C (752°F) / 550°C pinch
- Warm-up Time: 3 minutes to 90% lumens
- Hot Restart Time: 15 minutes
- Dimming Capability: Yes (with compatible ballast)
- Energy Consumption: 79.2 kWh/1000h
- Energy Efficiency Class: A+
- Case Quantity: 12 per case
- EAN: 0043168676984
- UPC: 043168676984
ConstantColor CMH PLUS Technology
- Precise™ technology platform for retail applications
- Outstanding lumen maintenance (71% at 6,000 hours)
- High efficacy: 97-100.5 lumens per watt
- Excellent color uniformity lamp-to-lamp
- UV control for reduced fading of fabrics and artwork
- Compact T4.5 tubular design for miniaturized luminaires
- Universal burning position
- Dimmable with compatible electronic ballast
- 3-part ceramic arc tube design for high reliability
- Symmetrical beam distribution with axial discharge arc
Primary Applications
- Retail display and merchandise lighting
- Hospitality (hotels, restaurants, reception areas)
- Architectural and facade lighting
- Museum and gallery illumination
- Office and conference room lighting
- Entertainment and stage lighting
- Street and exterior lighting (enclosed fixtures)
Ballast Compatibility
Requires electronic ballast compatible with ANSI M139 (or C139/M139e):
- GE CMH Miniature Ballasts for 70W G8.5
- Any ANSI M139/C139 compatible 70W electronic ballast
- Dimming ballasts available for dimming applications
Note: Maximum fixture voltage-rise should not exceed 5V compared to free-air voltage.
Alternate Part Numbers
Also known as: GE 67698, CMH70/TC/UVC/U/830/G8.5 PLUS, CMH70TCU830G8.5
Cross Reference: Osram HCI-TC 70W/830 WDL PB G8.5, Philips CDM-TC 70W/830 G8.5, Sylvania 70W/830/G8.5
Safety & Handling
- Unprotected arc tube: Use only in enclosed fixtures
- Max base temperature: 250°C (482°F)
- Max bulb temperature: 400°C (752°F)
- Allow lamp to cool before handling
- Do not turn on until fully installed
- Use only with properly rated ballast
