PHILIPS BROADWAY MSD 575 | 575W 95V Hot Restrike | 6000K Daylight G22

The Philips Broadway MSD 575 HR (245472) is a high-performance, single-ended metal halide lamp specifically engineered for the entertainment and architectural lighting industries. Delivering a powerful 43,000 lumens of 6000K true daylight illumination, this lamp is designed for "Hot Restrike," allowing it to re-ignite instantly without a cooling period—a critical feature for live theater, concerts, and film production. Its compact design and G22 ceramic bi-pin base enable precise light collection and accurate beam control, while the 3,000-hour rated life provides long-term reliability and lower maintenance costs compared to standard stage lamps.

Product Overview

The MSD 575 HR is built with Philips' architectural HID technology, featuring optimal lamp filling to provide a vibrant, vivid light that brings stage performances and architectural displays to life. Its universal burn position means it can be installed in any orientation, making it compatible with a vast range of moving head fixtures, scanners, and follow-spots used in schools, discos, and professional theaters. With a high efficacy of 72 Lm/W, it maximizes light output while minimizing the heat footprint, protecting sensitive optical components in fiber-optic and display systems.

• Hot Restrike (HR): Capable of immediate re-ignition, ensuring no downtime during critical performances or events.
• High Efficacy: Delivers exceptional brightness for energy-efficient stage and studio lighting.
• Precise Control: Compact arc and single-ended design allow for tight beam angles and superior light collection.
• Natural Color: 6000K color temperature provides a crisp, daylight-balanced look essential for film and TV broadcast.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Philips Broadway / Architectural
• Order Code: 245472 (MSD 575 HR 1CT)
• UPC Code: 8727900916485
• Wattage: 575W
• Rated Voltage: 95V
• Ignition Supply Voltage: 207V / 6.95A
• Base Type: G22 (Ceramic Bi-Pin)
• Color Temperature: 6000K (Daylight)
• CRI: 75
• Initial Lumens: 43,000 lm
• Luminous Efficacy: 72 Lm/W
• Rated Average Life: 3,000 Hours
• Burn Position: Universal (Any Position)
• Dimensions: 145mm (MOL) x 30mm (Diameter)

Safety & Handling Information

• UV Radiation Warning: This lamp emits high levels of ultraviolet radiation. Do not look directly at the lamp when lit. Use only in fully enclosed fixtures designed to block UV rays and contain a potential lamp rupture.
• Handling: Never touch the quartz glass bulb with bare fingers. Fingerprint oils can cause "hot spots" leading to premature failure. Use a clean cloth or gloves during installation.
• Ballast Requirements: This lamp requires a specific electronic or magnetic ballast designed for 575W 95V Hot Restrike operation.
• Mercury Content: Contains mercury. Dispose of according to local environmental regulations and do not discard in standard trash.

Primary Applications

• Entertainment Lighting: Professional theaters, concerts, discos, and high-school auditoriums.
• Film & Studio: High-intensity daylight illumination for television and movie production.
• Architectural Lighting: Exterior floodlighting and highlighting structural features.
• Specialty Lighting: Large-scale displays and industrial fiber-optic light sources.