GE 29581 FAL

GE 29581 FAL — 420W 120V T4 Projection Lamp, R7s Base

The GE FAL (order code 29581) is a 420W projection lamp rated at 120 volts, built on a T4 bulb with a R7s base and a CC-8 filament. Rated life is 90 hours. Colour temperature is 3200K. Initial output is 11000 lumens. Maximum overall length is 2.63 in. The lamp may be operated in any position. Typical application: Printer. Projection lamps are matched to specific optical systems — confirm the ANSI code, base, light centre length, and burn position against the equipment before ordering.

Technical Specifications

Product Overview

Projection lamps are precision optical sources. Unlike general lighting lamps, they are built with tailored filaments positioned to close tolerances so that the light source sits exactly where the equipment's optical system expects it. That is why light centre length and burn position appear on the specification alongside wattage and voltage: a lamp with the right base and wattage but the wrong filament position will not focus correctly.

This is a Quartzline® halogen lamp. The quartz envelope and halogen fill cycle return evaporated tungsten to the filament, so the bulb does not blacken or blister as an ordinary incandescent lamp does. Light output and colour temperature stay effectively constant across the life of the lamp, which matters in projection, copyboard, and printing work where exposure has to be repeatable.

Compatible Applications

• Printer (GE listed application)
• Overhead projectors
• Copyboards and studio equipment
• Printing and platemaking
• Replacement lamp for equipment specified with ANSI code FAL

Before Ordering — Verify

• Confirm the equipment calls for ANSI code FAL. ANSI codes assure mechanical and electrical interchangeability between manufacturers, so this is the primary cross-reference.
• Confirm the base is R7s.
• Confirm the supply is 120V. Supply voltage variation significantly affects lamp life.
• Confirm the equipment accommodates a maximum overall length of 2.63 in. Listed lengths include maximum tolerances, so actual lamps are generally slightly shorter.
• Confirm the equipment holds the lamp in a permitted burn position. This lamp is rated U: Universal — operate in any position.
• Note the 90 hour rated life when planning spares. Rated life is a laboratory median at rated voltage, not a service life guarantee — shock, vibration, voltage fluctuation, and temperature can all shorten it.
• Confirm case quantity — the manufacturer case quantity for this order code is 24.
• GE lists warning and caution notice A against this lamp. Refer to GE's published notices for this order code before installation.

Safety and Handling Guidelines

• Disconnect power and allow the lamp to cool completely before handling or replacement. Projection lamps run at high temperature and stay hot well after switch-off.
• Do not touch the quartz envelope with bare hands. Skin oils cause localized overheating of the quartz and can lead to premature failure or rupture. Clean with isopropyl alcohol if the envelope is touched.
• Quartz halogen lamps operate under pressure. Operate only within an enclosed housing or the equipment for which the lamp is specified.
• Seat the lamp fully in its socket. A partially seated lamp can arc at the contacts and overheat the lampholder.
• Ensure the equipment provides the cooling airflow it was designed with. Projection lamps depend on forced or convected air to stay within their thermal limits.
• Keep combustible materials clear of the lamp and lamphouse.
• Do not exceed the rated voltage. Overvoltage operation sharply reduces lamp life.
• Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions for lamp installation and alignment.
• This lamp contains no mercury. Recycle or dispose of it in accordance with local requirements.

Compliance

• GE warning and caution notice reference: A. Refer to GE's published notices for this order code before specification or installation.
• Contains no mercury. Not subject to mercury lamp disposal or shipping restrictions.
• Rated life is stated per ANSI standard design life.
• Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Ordering Information

• Brand: GE Lighting
• Order Code: 29581
• Description / ANSI Code: FAL
• UPC: 043168295819
• Family: Quartzline® Double-Ended Projection
• Case Quantity: 24
• Lamp: 420W, 120V, T4 bulb, R7s base, CC-8 filament
• Dimensions: 2.63 in MOL
• Rated Life: 90 hours
• Burn Position: U
• Related lamps in this family: BRH (1000W 120V, order code 29604); DXX (800W 230V, order code 36952); DXX (800W 240V, order code 36953); ETT (1000W 120V, order code 38311); FCB (600W 120V, order code 29598); FFJ (600W 120V, order code 29592); FFM (420W 120V, order code 30276)

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