Philips CDM-TC 20W/830 T4 Ceramic Metal Halide Lamp (G8.5 Base)

The Philips MasterColor CDM-TC 20W/830 T4 is a ceramic metal halide lamp featuring a compact bi-pin G8.5 base. It offers a 3000 K warm white light output with high efficiency and excellent color rendering, making it ideal for a variety of retail and accent lighting applications.

Technical Specifications

• Lamp Wattage: 20 W
• Base Type: G8.5 bi-pin
• Bulb Shape: T4 (tubular)
• Color Temperature: 3000 K (Warm White)
• Light Output: 1,800 lumens (approx.)
• Color Rendering Index (CRI): 85
• Average Rated Life: 20,000 hours
• Operating Position: Universal
• Fixture Requirement: Enclosed fixture only (UV-filtered)

Features

• High energy efficiency ceramic metal halide technology reduces operating costs.
• Compact T4 size (up to 40% smaller than standard metal halide lamps) allows for versatile fixture designs.
• Excellent color rendering (CRI up to 90) provides crisp, vibrant light quality.
• Integrated UV-blocking (FadeBlock) outer jacket minimizes UV radiation and fading of illuminated objects.
• Maintains consistent color temperature throughout its life (within ±200 K stability).

Applications

• Specialty retail and display lighting (showcases, jewelry, apparel, etc.)
• Accent and spot lighting for commercial environments (shops, showrooms, galleries)
• Architectural and landscape lighting accents (in enclosed, weatherproof fixtures)
• Compact track lighting and recessed downlights requiring high-output, small-format lamps

Warning - UV Safety Notice

WARNING: This ceramic metal halide lamp can cause serious skin burn and eye inflammation from short-wave ultraviolet radiation if the outer envelope is broken or punctured. Do not use where people will remain for more than a few minutes unless adequate shielding or other safety precautions are in place. Certain lamps that will automatically extinguish when the outer envelope is compromised are commercially available. This lamp complies with FDA radiation performance standard 21 CFR Subchapter J (USA: 21 CFR 1040.30; Canada: SOR/DORS/80-381).