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GE triple-tube plug-in CFL bulb with four-pin wedge base

GE

GE Plug-In CFL Bulb F26TBX/830/A/ECO 26W 3000K

SKU CH-Z5VH-FF5AN

A 26-watt plug-in CFL with a four-pin wedge base delivers 3000 K light for 17,000 hours

  • Triple-tube design delivers more light than twin-tube alternatives
  • 3000K colour temperature provides warm white illumination for corridors and offices
  • 26W power consumption with electronic-ballast compatibility
  • 17000-hour rated life reduces replacement frequency
  • Four-pin wedge base ensures correct fixture fit every time

Plug-in CFL for electronic ballasts

This GE plug-in compact fluorescent bulb uses a wedge-style four-pin base designed for electronic-ballast fixtures with a matching socket. The triple-tube PL-T format provides more light output than shorter twin-tube alternatives. It is intended for corridor and office lighting installations where compatible sockets are present. The base keying prevents installation in incompatible fixtures.

Sustained output over 17,000 hours

Rated at 26 W and 3000 K colour temperature, the lamp delivers stable illumination across its 17,000-hour rated life rather than only during initial burn-in. Compact fluorescent technology maintains consistent colour rendering and lumen maintenance throughout extended daily operation in commercial corridors and offices. The ECO designation indicates reduced mercury content for easier end-of-life handling.

Limits of the PL-T four-pin interface

The bulb requires a fixture socket wired for electronic ballast operation; it will not function on magnetic ballasts or direct mains voltage. Physical keying on the four-pin base prevents insertion into two-pin or PL-S sockets, so existing fixtures must already accept the PL-T triple-tube form factor. Maximum overall length is 7 in, which may restrict use in shallow recessed housings.

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Price $11.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 1,791 comparable items (median $17.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameGe Lighting

Questions about this item

How much power does the 26W CFL bulb draw when it runs continuously?

The bulb is rated at 26 watts, so it draws 26W of power whenever it is lit.

What type of socket and ballast must the fixture already have for this four-pin PL-T bulb?

It requires a fixture with a matching four-pin wedge base socket and an electronic ballast designed for PL-T lamps.

Will the 3000K colour temperature match the warmer glow of older incandescent bulbs I keep in the same corridor?

Yes, the 3000K rating produces a warm white light similar to traditional incandescent output.

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