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Ushio BC3244 250W JC Medical Lamp
Ushio BC3244 250W JC Medical Lamp
Ushio BC3244 250W JC Medical Lamp
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Ushio BC3244 250W JC Medical Lamp

250W

Ushio BC3244 250W JC medical-grade halogen lamp delivers reliable, dimmable illumination for specialized scientific applications.

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Overview

The Ushio BC3244 is a 250-watt JC-type halogen lamp engineered for scientific and medical lighting applications where consistent, high-quality illumination is essential. Operating at 22.8V with a G6.35 2-pin base, this lamp is designed for use in specialized fixtures commonly found in laboratory, clinical, and diagnostic equipment. Its incandescent design allows for smooth, full-range dimming without the color-shift issues sometimes associated with other lighting technologies.

With a rated life of 50 hours, the BC3244 is built for intensity rather than longevity — a common trade-off in high-wattage medical lamps where light output and spectral consistency take priority. Ushio's reputation in the professional lamp market provides confidence in manufacturing quality and performance consistency from lamp to lamp, which is critical in applications where illumination standards must be met reliably.

Key Features

INCANDESCENT bulbs are dimmable bulb and din not a have poor quality light as low energy bulbs

Best used in household and commercial Lighting, decorative & advertising Lighting, portable Lighting

Stock now on incandescent bulbs before 2012 phase out of incandescent light bulbs

Ushio incandescent bulb, 250W, 22.8V

Base: G6.35 2-pin, rated life (hrs): 50

Specifications

Brand
Ushio
Model
BC3244
Wattage
250W
Voltage
22.8V
Base Type
G6.35 2-Pin
Lamp Type
JC Halogen
Rated Life
50 Hours
Dimmable
Yes

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Fully dimmable with smooth, flicker-free output across the dimming range
  • Provides 250W of bright, high-quality incandescent light suitable for medical and scientific use
  • G6.35 2-pin base ensures secure, straightforward installation in compatible fixtures
  • Manufactured by Ushio, a well-established name in specialty and professional lamps

👎 Cons

  • Rated life of only 50 hours means frequent replacement in heavy-use settings
  • Operates at 22.8V, limiting compatibility to specific fixtures or transformer setups
  • High 250W wattage generates significant heat during operation
  • Not an energy-efficient option compared to modern LED medical lighting alternatives

Frequently Asked Questions

It uses a G6.35 2-pin base, which is standard for many scientific and medical lighting fixtures.
Yes, as an incandescent halogen lamp, it is fully dimmable without requiring special dimmers or drivers.
The Ushio BC3244 has a rated life of 50 hours, which is typical for high-wattage specialty medical lamps.
It operates at 22.8V, so it requires a compatible low-voltage fixture or transformer rather than standard household voltage.

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