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Philips ED17 clear metal halide bulb E26 base

Philips

Philips 423681 MHC50/U/MP/3K ELITE 50W Metal Halide Bulb

SKU CH-4NR2-PMSQV

50-watt metal-halide bulb delivers 4800 lumens at 3000 K with a CRI of 86 and a 16000-hour rated life

  • Power rating50
  • Light output4800
  • Color temperature3000K
  • Lifespan (hours)16000
  • Color rendering86
  • Product typeHigh Intensity Discharge
  • Bright 4800 lumen output from 50 watt consumption
  • Warm 3000K colour temperature suits indoor spaces
  • High 86 CRI renders colours accurately
  • Long 16000 hour rated life reduces replacements
  • E26 medium screw base fits standard fixtures

Philips 50 W Metal Halide Lamp

This 50 watt MasterColor ceramic metal halide bulb delivers 4800 lumens at a warm 3000 K colour temperature. The clear ED17 envelope fits standard E26 medium screw sockets for direct replacement in compatible fixtures. Rated life reaches 16000 hours with a colour rendering index of 86.

Ideal for Retail and Display Lighting

Shops, galleries and showrooms that need accurate colour rendering and consistent output over time will benefit from the Elite lamp design. Outdoor or damp locations requiring an enclosed fixture rating should look at alternative products because this bulb is not rated for exposed use.

E26 Medium Screw Base Requirement

The lamp only operates in fixtures equipped with an E26 medium screw socket and a compatible 50 W metal halide ballast. Installing it in any other socket type or without the correct ballast will prevent operation.

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Price $39.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand namePhilips
Product typeHigh Intensity Discharge
Product colorTransparent
Display
Light output4800
Power
Power rating50
More details
Color temperature3000K
Lifespan (hours)16000
Color rendering86

Questions about this item

Does the box contain only the MHC50/U/MP/3K ELITE bulb, or are any ballast or fixture components included?

The package supplies the 50 watt ED17 clear lamp with an E26 medium screw base. A compatible HID ballast and a suitable enclosed fixture must be purchased separately.

How do I decide between the 3000K colour temperature and other options for this 50 watt metal halide?

The 3000K rating delivers a warm white appearance with a CRI of 86, making it a good match for retail or hospitality settings where colour quality matters.

What does the 4800 lumen rating mean once the lamp is installed in a real fixture?

You can expect roughly 4800 lumens of warm white light from the 50 watt ED17 lamp when operated on the correct ballast in an appropriate enclosed fixture.

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