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GE 85086 CMH 20 Watt UVC Constant Color Bulb (12 Pack)
Consistent 3000K ceramic metal halide lighting with excellent color rendering, sold in a convenient 12-pack.
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Overview
Exceptional Lighting Quality for Specialized Applications
The GE CMH 20 Watt UVC Constant Color lamp provides consistent and high-quality lighting for specialized applications. With a color temperature of 3000 Kelvin, this ceramic metal halide lamp offers excellent color rendering and UV control.
Specifications:
- Brand: GE
- Model: CMH20T/U830GU6.5
- Wattage: 20 Watts
- Color Temperature: 3000 Kelvin
- Lamp Type: Ceramic Metal Halide (CMH)
- Quantity: 12 Per Box
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Ceramic metal halide technology delivers excellent color rendering
- 3000K warm white output is well-suited for retail and display lighting
- Constant Color design minimizes color shift over the lamp's lifespan
- 12-pack quantity provides value for multi-fixture installations
- 20-watt rating keeps energy consumption low for accent and spot lighting
👎 Cons
- Requires a compatible CMH ballast, which is not included
- 20-watt output is limited to accent and task lighting rather than general area illumination
- Ceramic metal halide lamps require a warm-up period before reaching full brightness
- GU6.5 base may not be compatible with all existing fixture sockets
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of lamp is this?
It is a ceramic metal halide (CMH) lamp, which uses a ceramic arc tube to produce light with superior color consistency and rendering compared to standard metal halide lamps.
What color temperature does this lamp produce?
It produces light at 3000 Kelvin, which is a warm white tone suitable for retail, display, and accent lighting applications.
How many lamps are included in a box?
Each box contains 12 lamps.
What does "Constant Color" mean for this product?
GE's Constant Color technology means the lamp maintains consistent color output throughout its life, reducing the color shift that is common in standard metal halide lamps as they age.
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