Product Overview
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Philips MSD Platinum 5 R – 189W Short Arc Metal Halide Reflector Lamp, 8000K
The Philips MSD Platinum 5 R is a compact, lightweight short arc reflector lamp built for stage and touring luminaires. It delivers 7,950 initial lumens at 8000K, with high beam intensity for bright, punchy color. The compact size lets fixture makers build smaller, lighter luminaires, and the lamp can be used in any burning position.
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Rated Power
189 W
nominal
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Initial Lumens
7,950 lm
nominal (7,100 lm min)
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Color Temp
8000 K
correlated, nominal
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System
Reflector E20.6
universal burn position
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Rated Life
3,000 hrs
to 50% failures
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Philips |
| Product Name | MSD Platinum 5 R 1CT/8 |
| Rated Power (Nominal) | 189 W |
| Initial Lumens | 7,950 lm nominal; 7,100 lm minimum |
| Correlated Color Temperature | 8000 K |
| Life to 50% Failures | 3,000 hours (nominal) |
| System Description | Reflector E20.6 |
| Operating Position | Universal |
| Dimmable | Yes |
| Max. Pinch Temperature | 350 °C |
| Max. Diameter (D) | 51.4 mm |
| Max. Overall Length (C) | 57.1 mm |
| Net Weight | 0.120 kg |
| Main Application | Stage / Touring |
Product Overview
The MSD Platinum family is made for entertainment lighting. Its short arc, high color temperature and reflector design produce a sparkling, high-intensity beam with strong color reproduction. The lamp is compact and lightweight, so fixture designers can make smaller, lighter luminaires. It also offers high efficacy, long and reliable life, and fast replacement times.
- Very short arc for a tight, high-intensity beam
- Compact, lightweight reflector lamp (Reflector E20.6)
- High correlated color temperature (8000K) for vivid color reproduction
- 7,950 initial lumens (nominal) from 189W
- 3,000-hour rated life to 50% failures
- Dimmable
- Universal burning position, so it can be used at any location on stage
- Quick, easy lamp replacement
Compatible Applications
- Stage and touring lighting
- Entertainment lighting
- Moving-head and beam luminaires designed for the MSD Platinum 5 R lamp
Before Ordering
- Confirm that your luminaire is designed for the MSD Platinum 5 R (Reflector E20.6, 189W) before ordering.
- Check the lamp dimensions against your fixture: maximum diameter 51.4 mm, maximum overall length 57.1 mm.
- Keep the lamp pinch temperature at or below 350 °C in the luminaire.
- Match the lamp to a compatible ballast or driver as specified by the luminaire manufacturer.
Safety and Handling
- Install and operate this lamp only in luminaires designed for it, following the luminaire manufacturer's instructions.
- Disconnect power and let the lamp cool completely before handling or replacing it.
- Avoid touching the glass and reflector surfaces; handle the lamp by its base.
- Metal halide lamps contain mercury. Dispose of used lamps according to local, state and federal regulations.
Ordering Information
| Philips Order Code | 24988-8 (249888) |
| Order Product Name | MSD Platinum 5 R 1CT/8 |
| EAN/UPC | 8727900930702 |
| Material Nr. (12NC) | 928190805314 |
| Quantity per Pack | 1 |
| Packs per Outer Box | 8 |
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