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GE 93130286 13W CFL GX23-2 Base Soft White Bulb
GE 93130286 13W CFL GX23-2 Base Soft White Bulb
GE 93130286 13W CFL GX23-2 Base Soft White Bulb
GE 93130286 13W CFL GX23-2 Base Soft White Bulb
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GE 93130286 13W CFL GX23-2 Base Soft White Bulb

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A 13W CFL delivering 810 lumens of soft white light from a compact double-tube form factor built for 2-pin GX23-2 fixtures.

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Overview

The GE 93130286 is a 13-watt double-tube CFL designed specifically for GX23-2 two-pin base fixtures. It produces 810 lumens at a soft white color temperature (~2700K), drawing just 13 watts to match the output of a 60-watt incandescent. The compact double-tube (DBX) form factor is engineered for small plug-in sockets, downlights, and undercabinet fixtures where standard A-shape or spiral CFLs would not physically fit. Its 120V AC operation suits standard North American residential and commercial wiring without modification.

With a 10,000-hour rated lifespan, this bulb is positioned as a long-life drop-in replacement for fixtures that originally shipped with incandescent or older CFL lamps. Practical applications include residential table and floor lamps with dedicated plug-in sockets, hospitality accent lighting, and commercial downlight arrays that specify the GX23-2 base. Storage is straightforward — keep bulbs in their original packaging in a cool, dry location. Note that like all fluorescent lamps, this bulb contains a small amount of mercury and must be recycled through an appropriate lamp recycling program rather than disposed of in general household waste.

Key Features

ENERGY SAVING COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS: The compact, double tube design of the CFL light bulbs provides energy savings. Use them in plug-in sockets throughout your home. The bulb saves in energy costs compared to a traditional bulb.

RELIABLE CFL LIGHT BULBS: These 13W CFL light bulbs provide similar light output in any operating position. They are long lasting and will work for 9 years, outlasting standard incandescent lamps.

CFL LIGHT BULBS FOR FIXTURES: The GE CFL light bulbs are ideal for small fixtures and downlights.

VERSATILE TUBE LIGHT BULBS: Use these CFL light bulbs for many applications, such as residential, office, hospitality, industrial, and retail settings.

CFL LIGHT BULBS FOR 2 PIN SOCKETS: The bases of these tubular light bulbs are specially designed for 2 pin sockets.

Specifications

Wattage
13W
Lumen Output
810 lumens
Color Temperature
Soft White (~2700K)
Base Type
GX23-2 (2-pin)
Bulb Type
DBX (Double Tube CFL)
Voltage
120V
Rated Lifespan
Up to 10,000 hours
Dimmable
No

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 810 lumens from 13 watts delivers incandescent-equivalent output at roughly one-fifth the energy draw.
  • GX23-2 pin base fits dedicated plug-in fixtures directly without an adapter, ensuring a secure and correct connection.
  • 10,000-hour rated lifespan reduces replacement frequency significantly compared to incandescent alternatives.
  • Compact double-tube form factor fits small downlights and plug-in sockets where larger CFLs physically cannot.
  • Soft white 2700K color temperature produces a warm, comfortable light quality for ambient residential and hospitality use.

👎 Cons

  • Not dimmable — incompatible with dimmer switches, limiting its use to standard on/off circuits only.
  • CFL warm-up time means the bulb reaches full brightness over 30–60 seconds after switch-on, not instantaneously.
  • Contains mercury as part of CFL construction, requiring proper disposal through recycling programs rather than household waste.
  • GX23-2 base is a niche pin configuration — replacement bulbs are less widely available in retail stores than standard screw-base CFLs.

Frequently Asked Questions

The GE 93130286 produces soft white light, nominally around 2700K. At that color temperature the output has a warm, incandescent-adjacent quality — suitable for residential ambient lighting and hospitality settings where a relaxed, flattering atmosphere is the goal. It is not a daylight-balanced source.
The bulb outputs 810 lumens at 13 watts. That output is roughly equivalent to a 60-watt standard incandescent lamp, representing approximately a 78% reduction in power consumption for comparable light levels.
This bulb uses a GX23-2 base, a 2-pin configuration. It is not interchangeable with the standard GX23 base (also 2-pin but with a different pin spacing) or with G23 bases. Confirm your fixture's base specification before purchasing — the pin spacing difference will prevent incorrect installation.
No. Standard CFL bulbs including this GE model are not dimmable unless explicitly labeled as such. Using this bulb on a dimmer circuit will cause flicker, humming, shortened lamp life, and potential failure. Use it only on standard on/off circuits.
GE rates this bulb at up to 10,000 hours of operation. Under typical residential use patterns (approximately 3 hours per day), that translates to roughly 9 years of service life — significantly longer than a standard incandescent lamp.

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