Sylvania

Sylvania 20885 CF32DT 32W Fluorescent Lamp 10-Pack

Name: Sylvania 20885 CF32DT 32W Fluorescent Lamp 10-Pack
Brand: Sylvania
SKU: 20885

32W

Brighten Spaces with Efficient LightingThe Sylvania 20885 CF32DT/E/IN/835/ECO is a 32-Watt triple tube compact fluorescent lamp engineered for energy efficiency and long-lasting performance. Designed with a 4-Pin base and a 3500K color temperature, this lamp delivers a bright, white light ideal f...

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Overview

Brighten Spaces with Efficient Lighting

The Sylvania 20885 CF32DT/E/IN/835/ECO is a 32-Watt triple tube compact fluorescent lamp engineered for energy efficiency and long-lasting performance. Designed with a 4-Pin base and a 3500K color temperature, this lamp delivers a bright, white light ideal for various commercial and residential applications.

Long, 12,000 Hour Rated Life
Dimmable When Used With a Compatible Fluorescent Dimming Ballast and Fluorescent Dimmer
GX24q-3 4-Pin Base
3500K Color Temperature
2400 Initial Lumens

Key Features

Lumens: 2400

Base Type: GX24q-3

Life Hours: 12,000

Wattage: 32 Watt

Color Temperature: 3500K

Specifications

Product Type

Fluorescent Lamp

Wattage

32W

Rated Life

12,000 Hours

Base Type

GX24q-3 4-Pin

Color Temperature

3500K

Initial Lumens

2400

Dimmable

Yes (with compatible ballast/dimmer)

Quantity

10-Pack

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rated lifespan of these Sylvania fluorescent lamps?

These Sylvania CF32DT fluorescent lamps have a long rated life of 12,000 hours.

Are these lamps dimmable?

Yes, these lamps are dimmable, provided they are used with a compatible fluorescent dimming ballast and a fluorescent dimmer.

What type of base do these lamps use?

These lamps are equipped with a GX24q-3 4-Pin Base, which requires specific compatible fixtures.

What is the color temperature of the light produced by these lamps?

The lamps produce a neutral white light with a color temperature of 3500K.

What is the initial light output in lumens for these lamps?

Each 32W lamp delivers an initial output of 2400 lumens.

Does this product include a single lamp or a pack?

This product is a 10-pack of Sylvania 20885 CF32DT 32W Fluorescent Lamps.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Offers a long rated life of 12,000 hours, reducing the frequency of replacements in installations.
Dimmable when used with a compatible fluorescent dimming ballast and dimmer, providing lighting control.
Features a GX24q-3 4-Pin Base, ensuring specific compatibility with appropriate fixtures.
Provides a warm 3500K color temperature, suitable for environments needing a neutral white light.
Delivers 2400 initial lumens, offering a good light output for its 32W power consumption.

👎 Cons

Requires a compatible fluorescent dimming ballast and fluorescent dimmer to utilize its dimming functionality.
The GX24q-3 4-Pin Base is a specific type, limiting its use to fixtures designed for this base.
The 3500K color temperature, while neutral, is a fixed option and does not allow for adjustment to other color temperatures.
Initial lumen output may decrease over the rated life of the lamp, a common characteristic of fluorescent technology.
As a fluorescent lamp, it may present flicker at certain frame rates if used in video production without proper ballast or power.