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Clear PS25 incandescent bulb with standard screw base

SYLVANIA

SYLVANIA 500W 120V EBV PS25 Super Photoflood Incandescent Light Bulb

SKU CH-FHDJ-YMZAW

Delivers 17800 lumens at 3400K with perfect CRI 100 for professional photography in a PS25 500W 120V incandescent lamp lasting 8 hours

  • Power rating500
  • Light output17800
  • Color temperature3400K
  • Lifespan (hours)8
  • Color rendering100
  • Product typeIncandescent Bulbs
  • 17,800 lumens deliver studio-grade brightness
  • 3400 K colour temperature matches tungsten film balance
  • CRI 100 renders every hue accurately
  • PS25 shape fits standard photoflood fixtures
  • 8-hour rated life designed for intensive shoots

Photography Lighting

The OSRAM EBV PS25 Super Photoflood is a 500W incandescent bulb designed for photographic and studio applications. It delivers 17800 lumens at a 3400K color temperature with a CRI of 100. The supplier specifies this item is not for home use.

Studio Use Only

This bulb suits photographers who need high-output, color-accurate light for short sessions. It is not for buyers seeking general room lighting, long-life bulbs, or fixtures requiring lower wattages. The rated life is only 8 hours.

8-Hour Rated Life

The 8-hour lifetime is the critical specification that defines this product's role. It confirms the bulb is built for brief, intensive shoots rather than continuous operation. Buyers planning extended use should look at alternative lighting technologies.

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Price $5.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 1,791 comparable items (median $17.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameOSRAM
Product typeIncandescent Bulbs
Display
Light output17800
Power
Power rating500
More details
Color temperature3400K
Lifespan (hours)8
Color rendering100

Questions about this item

How long will the 17800-lumen output last before the bulb burns out?

The rated life is 8 hours at full 500-watt output, so the high lumen level is maintained only for that period.

How much heat does the 500-watt filament produce during a full-day shoot?

At 500 watts the bulb converts almost all input power into heat, raising fixture and studio temperature quickly during extended use.

What fixture and power source are required to run this 120-volt photoflood?

A PS25-compatible socket rated for 500 watts and a 120-volt circuit able to supply the full load are necessary.

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