Product Overview
Philips 30337-0 C50S68/D/M — 50W Ceramalux High Pressure Sodium Lamp, E26 Medium Screw Base
The Philips 30337-0 C50S68/D/M is a 50W Ceramalux 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 S68, and universal burn position, this lamp delivers 3,800 initial lumens and a 24,000+-hour rated life. Verify wattage, ANSI code, base type, and ballast compatibility before ordering — HPS lamps require an HPS-rated ballast and ignitor.
| Wattage 50W HPS / HID | Lumens 3,800 lm Initial Output | Color Temp 2100K Warm Amber | Base E26 E26 Medium Screw | Rated Life 24,000+ hrs Average Life |
Technical Specifications
| SKU | HLB3033709805 |
| Brand | Philips Lighting |
| Philips Product Number | 30337-0 |
| Series | Philips Ceramalux — High Pressure Sodium |
| Lamp Type | High Pressure Sodium (HPS) |
| Ordering Code | C50S68/D/M |
| Bulb Shape | BD-17 |
| Wattage | 50W |
| Initial Lumens | 3,800 lm |
| Mean Lumens | 3,420 lm |
| CRI | ~21 |
| Color Temperature | 2100K Warm Amber |
| Base Type | E26 Medium Screw |
| ANSI Code | S68 |
| Burn / Operating Position | Universal |
| LCL (Light Center Length) | — (double-ended) |
| MOL (Max Overall Length) | 5⁷⁄₁₆″ |
| Rated Average Life | 24,000+ hours |
| Standard Package Quantity | 12 per case |
| UPC / EAN | Not listed — confirm with Philips/Signify before ordering |
Product Overview
The Philips 30337-0 C50S68/D/M is a 50W Ceramalux HPS lamp engineered for high-output outdoor and industrial lighting. It delivers 3,800 initial lumens (3,420 mean lumens at 40% of rated life), suited for roadway, warehouse, and high-bay industrial lighting. The 2100K warm amber 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 50W HPS lamp with ANSI code S68. Universal burn position allows installation in any orientation. Rated average life is 24,000+ hours. This lamp contains mercury and must be recycled per applicable regulations.
Compatible Applications
- Outdoor area and street lighting — Roadways, parking lots, municipal streetlights, and perimeter security lighting.
- Industrial and commercial high-bay — Warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and large indoor/outdoor commercial fixtures.
- Retrofit and maintenance replacement — Direct replacement for existing 50W HPS lamps with E26 Medium Screw base and S68 ANSI code. Verify ballast compatibility before ordering.
Before Ordering — Verify
- ANSI / Lamp Code: Confirm the existing lamp or equipment manual matches S68.
- Wattage: Confirm the fixture is rated for 50W.
- 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 — (double-ended), MOL 5⁷⁄₁₆″, and fixture clearance against the existing lamp or fixture manual.
- UPC/EAN: Not listed on the manufacturer datasheet used for this rebuild — confirm with Philips/Signify or your distributor before publishing barcode data.
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.
Ordering Information
- Brand: Philips Lighting
- Philips Product Number: 30337-0
- Ordering Code: C50S68/D/M
- SKU: HLB3033709805
- ANSI Code: S68
- Wattage / CCT: 50W / 2100K Warm Amber
- Base: E26 Medium Screw
- Packaging: 12 per standard case.
- Case quantities and bulk pricing: Contact ADL Supply for volume orders.
For wholesale pricing, bulk availability, or help confirming the correct replacement lamp, contact ADL Supply at 1-800-235-3489.
