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Philips MSD 250/2 metal halide lamp, compact single-ended bulb, clear glass finish

Philips

Philips MSD 250/2 250W 8500K Metal Halide Lamp

SKU CH-NGXT-GWK9Z

A 250-watt metal halide lamp producing 18000 lumens of 8500K daylight colour with a 3000-hour rated life and CRI 65

  • Power rating250 W
  • Light output18000
  • Color temperature8500K
  • Lifespan (hours)3000
  • Color rendering65
  • Product typeHigh Intensity Discharge
  • Daylight 8500K colour temperature for vivid entertainment lighting
  • 18000 lumen output delivers exceptional stage brightness
  • 3000 hour rated life reduces lamp replacement frequency
  • 250W metal halide discharge for high intensity performance
  • CRI 65 provides accurate colour rendering on stage

Stage Metal Halide Lamp

The Philips MSD 250/2 is a 250W single-ended metal halide lamp built for stage and entertainment lighting. It delivers 18000 lumens at a daylight 8500K colour temperature with a CRI of 65. The compact design enables precise beam control for professional fixtures.

Long Life Reduces Maintenance

A rated lifetime of 3000 hours cuts the frequency of lamp replacements and the associated labour costs. This directly lowers the total cost of ownership for venues running extended show schedules.

8500K Daylight Colour Temperature

The 8500K output matches daylight conditions required for camera work and vivid stage presentation. Buyers needing warmer tones or higher colour rendering for studio photography should verify suitability before purchase.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in General-Purpose & Specialty Bulbs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $151.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,791 comparable items (median $17.99).
Power rating 250 W
Higher than about 67% of the 162 comparable items (median 70 W).

Specifications

Product
Brand namePhilips
Product typeHigh Intensity Discharge
Display
Light output18000
Power
Power rating250 W
More details
Color temperature8500K
Lifespan (hours)3000
Color rendering65

Questions about this item

How often will the Philips MSD 250/2 lamp need replacement under normal use?

The lamp has an average rated life of 3000 hours, so replacement timing depends on how many hours per day the fixture runs.

What is the first performance limit reached during continuous operation?

The 250 W power draw and 18000 lumen output are fixed; the 3000 hour life rating is the primary limit that determines when the lamp must be changed.

How much heat and power does the lamp produce when running all day?

It draws 250 W continuously and converts most of that energy into heat, so the fixture must provide adequate ventilation for sustained operation.

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