LAMPS, BALLASTS & FIXTURES

GE offers a wide range of lighting solutions in fluorescent, incandescent, and High Intensity Discharge (HID).

Fluorescent Lamps
Lamp Nom. Avg. Life Initial
Bulb Base MW Part No. Pkg. Qty. Description Lumens CRI
Watts Length (in.) (hours) Lumens
Fluorescent T12 Rapid Start Lamps
Med.
34 T-12 LMP40CWRSWM 30 Cool White 48 20000 2650 2280 62
(G-13)
High Output Fluorescent Lamps (800 mA)
25 T-12 R17d LMP18CWHO 24 Cool White 18 9000 1000 750 62
LMP24CWHO 24 Cool White 24 9000 1620 1345 62
35 T-12 R17d
LMP24DHO 24 Daylight 24 9000 1400 1160 75
40 T-12 R17d LMP30CWHO 24 Cool White 30 9000 2250 1950 62
LMP36CWHO 24 Cool White 36 9000 2800 2440 62
45 T-12 R17d
LMP36DHO 24 Daylight 36 9000 2350 2040 75
LMP42CWHO 24 Cool White 42 9000 3400 2960 62
55 T-12 R17d
LMP42DHO 24 Daylight 42 9000 2900 2520 75
LMP48CWHO 24 Cool White 48 12000 4050 3520 62
60 T-12 R17d
LMP48DHO 24 Daylight 48 12000 3400 2960 75
LMP60CWHO 15 Cool White 60 12000 5150 4480 62
75 T-12 R17d
LMP60DHO 15 Daylight 60 12000 4400 3830 75
LMP64CWHO 15 Cool White 64 12000 5600 4870 62
80 T-12 R17d
LMP64DHO 15 Daylight 64 12000 4750 4130 75
LMP72CWHO 15 Cool White 72 12000 6350 5520 62
85 T-12 R17d
LMP72DHO 15 Daylight 72 12000 5350 4650 75
LMP84CWHO 15 Cool White 84 12000 7700 6700 62
100 T-12 R17d
LMP84DHO 15 Daylight 84 12000 6500 5660 75
110 T-12 R17d LMP96CWHOCT 15 Cool White 96 12000 8900 7740 62
110 T-12 R17d LMP96DHOCT 15 Daylight 96 12000 7600 6610 75
Very High Output Fluorescent Lamps (1500 mA)
110 T-12 R17d LMP48CWVHO 24 Cool White 48 10000 6200 4030 62
165 T-12 R17d LMP72CWVHO 15 Cool White 72 10000 9700 6790 62
215 T-12 R17d LMP96CWHVO 15 Cool White 96 10000 13500 10125 62

Incandescent Lamps
Lamp Pkg. L.C.L. M.O.L. Avg. Life
Bulb Base MW Part No. Volts Description Lumens
Watts Qty. (in.) (in.) (hours)
11 S-14 Med LMP11S14CL 130 120 Clear Sign, BB 2.5 3.5 3000 77
11 S-14 Med LMP11S14TY 130 120 Transparent Yellow, BB 2.5 3.5 3000 77

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High Intensity Discharge

(HID) Lamps

ANSI Light Output

Pkg. L.C.L. M.O.L. Avg. Life
Watts Bulb Base MW Part No. Ballast Description CRI
Qty. (in.) (in.) (hours) Initial Mean
Type
Mercury Lamps
175 ED-28 Mog LMPHR175dx39 H39 12 Deluxe White 50 5 8.25 24000+ 8600 7200
400 ED-37 Mog LMPHR400dx33 H33 6 Deluxe White 50 7 11.3125 24000+ 22500 17500
Multi-Vapor® Metal Halide Lamps
6000H/ 21500V/ 17500V/
250 ED-28 Mog LMPMVR250U M58 12 Clear 65 5 8.25
10000V 20000H 14500H
High Performance High Output Metal Halide Lamps
15000H/ 36000V/ 28800V/
400 ED-37 Mog LMPMVR400U M59 6 Clear 65 7 11.3125
20000V 32000H 23700H
9000H/ 11000V/ 88000V/
1000 BT-56 Mog LMPMVR1000U M47 6 Clear 65 9.5 15.375
12000V 107800H 86240H
High Output Multi-Vapor® Lamps
175 ED-28 Pos Mog LMPMVR175HOR M57 12 Clear horizontal burn 65 5 8.25 10000 15000 12000
250 ED-28 Pos Mog LMPMVR250HOR M58 12 Clear horizontal burn 65 5 8.25 15000 23000 16800
400 ED-37 Pos Mog LMPMVR400HOR M59 6 Clear horizontal burn 65 7 11.5 20000 40000 32000

Additional lamp options are available. Contact Midwest for more information!

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BIG BOY™ High Output Lamps TUFBEND® U-Lamps (FTU)

The right time to use an EGL Big Boy is any time you can avoid Voltarc Tufbend U-lamps are available in 6" and 9" leg
using two shorter lamps of equal length. By reducing the number of spacings and nominal bent lengths from 18" up to 60".
lamp ends (lumen losses), more light-per-foot is achieved without U-Lamps specifically made for cold weather are
unsightly center raceway shadows and with reduced labor and available. Packaged 6/box.
material costs: fewer ballasts, fewer sockets and much less wiring.
Use EGL Big Boys as you would any other straight high-output
Colors: Cool White, Daylight, Sign White
lamp. T12 diameter. Available Models:
Colors: Cool White and Daylight Nom. Actual Bent
Avg. Life
Lumens
MW Part Number Bent Length to Watts (Cool
Available Sizes: Length Socket
(Hours)
White)

MW Part No.
Total Length–Socket
Watts 9" Leg Spacing
Length to Socket (in.) FTU9-36T12/HO 18" 15 13/16" 48 9,000 2,750
Cool White - T12 Diameter FTU9-48T12/HO 24" 21 13/16" 60 12,000 4,000
LMPF108CW 9' 105 3⁄16 124 FTU9-60T12/HO 30" 27 13/16" 75 12,000 5,125
LMPF117CW 9' 9" 114 3⁄16 135 FTU9-72T12/HO 36" 33 13/16" 87 12,000 6,125
LMPF120CW 10' 117 3⁄16 138 FTU9-84T12/HO 42" 39 13/16" 100 12,000 7,400
Daylight - T12 Diameter FTU9-96T12/HO 48" 45 13/16" 112 12,000 8,750
LMPF108D 9' 105 3⁄16 124 FTU9-120T12/HO 60" 56 13/16" 132 12,000 10,650
LMPF117D 9' 9" 114 3⁄16 135 6" Leg Spacing
LMPF120D 10' 117 ⁄16
3
138 FTU6-24T12/HO 12" 10 1/2" 36 9,000 1,600
FTU6-36T12/HO 18" 16 1/2" 48 9,000 2,750
FTU6-48T12/HO 24" 22 1/2" 60 12,000 4,000
FTU6-60T12/HO 30" 28 1/2" 75 12,000 5,125
FTU6-72T12/HO 36" 34 1/2" 87 12,000 6,125
FTU6-84T12/HO 42" 40 1/2" 100 12,000 7,400
FTU6-96T12/HO 48" 46 1/2" 112 12,000 8,750
FTU6-120T12/HO 60" 57" 132 12,000 10,650
HID Sign Bright™ Lumen ratings: Daylight–83% of Cool White, Sign White–77% of Cool White.
U-lamps are ballasted same as corresponding straight lamps.
Saves time and money by using a single
unit that costs less than buying individual
components and assembling in-house. All electrical components are U-Lamp Hardware:
pre-wired into an integrated wiring compartment. Virtually Rods: 4.5" (uncoated or vinyl-
eliminates hot spots on sign faces by using the pre-formed coated), 24", 36", 48", 60",
perforated metal diffuser panel with the coated HID lamp 72", 84" 96", 120" (uncoated)
(included). Available in 250- and 400-watt models. 12 rods/carton
Closure Plates:
Bases: Base with 48/carton
Masonlite Tube Tester 582A, 583 or 530.6K
Lampholder 12/carton
Masonlite Tube Tester works on neon (cold cathode)
and fluorescent (hot cathode) tubes. Small and
compact tester is battery operated and very easy to
operate. Features a telescoping aerial for extended Bridges: Bridge for 6"
or 9" U-Lamp 48/carton Rod Brackets:
reach.
24/carton

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KULKA® Recessed Double Contact (RDC) Sockets
582GDF & 583GDF Series
For 800 and 1500 mA Lamps
These lampholders completely isolate the face of
the socket from the ground. No metal clips means
no corrosion or electrical grounding. Available
with 12", 60" or 90" leads.
Models: Spring-loaded or Stationary
Rating: 660 watts, dual rated 600 V or 1000 V
Listing: UL listed and CSA certified for outdoor
use in enclosed signs and fixtures
Mounting: Snap-In
Materials: White urea housing, silver-plated phosphor bronze self-
wiping contacts, blue silicone-treated neoprene "O" ring
Terminations: 9" long, 18 AWG stranded and tinned leads, 1⁄2"
stripped wire standard.
KULKA® Socket Sentry™
The Socket Sentry™, when installed on
the bottom of a vertically installed T12
fluorescent lamp with a Kulka 582 Series
lampholder, will provide a shield of the
lampglass, lampbase and lampholder electrical connection
from water-spray, condensation, leakage and dust.
Material: Black Neoprene
Flammability Rating: UL-94B
Note: The Socket Sentry is intended to cover—not seal—the lampholder.
The Socket Sentry should be replaced when relamping.
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530.1K & 530.2K Series
For 800 and 1500 mA Lamps
Models: Spring-loaded or Stationary
Ratings: 660 watts, dual rated 600V
or 1000V.
Listing: UL listed and CSA certified
for outdoor use in enclosed signs and fixtures
Mounting: Snap-in.
Materials: White urea housing, silver plated
phosphor bronze contacts, silicone treated neoprene "O" ring.
Terminations: 9" long, 18 AWG stranded and tinned leads, 1⁄2"
stripped wire standard.
1547 & 1548 Series–High Output Pedastal Type
for 800 and 1500 mA Lamps
The 1547 and the 1548 Series are virtually the same
lampholder except that the 1547 Series has a lamp-
center-to-panel distance of .39" greater than the 1548
Series. The 1547 Series is available with vertical
contacts.
Models: Spring-loaded or Stationary
Ratings: 660 watts, 600V rating.
Listing: UL listed and CSA certified for
outdoor use in enclosed signs and fixtures.
Suitable for outdoor use when properly
installed.
Materials: White urea housing, silver plated phosphor bronze
contacts.
Mounting: Pre-assembled self-retaining 8/32" mounting nuts, with
8/32" x 1/2" screws supplied in bulk.
540 & 541 Series Butt-On
For 800 and 1500 mA Lamps
Models: Spring-loaded or Stationary
Ratings: 660 watts, 600 V rating
Listing: UL listed and CSA certified for
outdoor use in enclosed signs and fixtures.
Materials: White urea housing, silver plated
copper alloy contacts, black neoprene boot.
Mounting: Butt-on mount or with a variety of brackets.
Terminations: 9" long, 18 AWG stranded and tinned leads, 1⁄2"
stripped wire standard.
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Sign-Vue® II Messenger Series

Applications: For billboard lighting
applications, specifically larger
billboards, such as bulletins.
Features: The one-piece
hydroformed aluminum reflector is contoured to distribute light
through the borosilicate glass refractor. Precisely cut prisms direct
the light onto the billboard for maximum efficiency and uniformity.
Housing: Rugged die cast aluminum housing contains the precisely
engineered reflector, highly efficient integral ballast, Super Metal
Halide lamp and socket, available on/off switch, and heavy-duty die
cast door, sealed with harsh element-resistant gaskets.
Mounting: Conduit (1 1/4" round or 1 1/2" square pipe) fits
securely into the luminaire, clamped down to prevent rotation.
Listings: UL Listed. Suitable for wet locations.
Applications: For on-premise
backlit signage.
Features: The one-piece
hydroformed aluminum
reflector is contoured to
distribute light through the rugged borosilicate glass refractor.
Precisely cut prisms direct the light to efficiently and uniformly fill
the sign geometry.
Housing: Rugged cast aluminum housing contains the precisely
engineered reflector, highly efficient integral ballast, Super Metal
Halide lamp and socket, and heavy-duty die cast door, sealed with
harsh element-resistant gaskets.
Mounting: Designed to be mounted in the sign cabinet.
Listings: UL Listed. Suitable for wet locations.

Panel-Vue® II
Applications: For billboard lighting Messenger Remote
applications, specifically smaller
Applications: For on-premise
billboards, such as panel boards and
backlit signage.
poster boards.
Features: The one-piece
Features: The one-piece
hydroformed aluminum
hydroformed aluminum reflector is
reflector is contoured to
contoured to distribute light through the borosilicate glass refractor.
distribute light through the rugged borosilicate glass refractor.
Precisely cut prisms direct the light onto the billboard for maximum
Precisely cut prisms direct the light to efficiently and uniformly fill
efficiency and uniformity.
the sign geometry.
Housing: Rugged die cast aluminum housing contains the precisely
Housing: Rugged optical housing contains the precisely engineered
engineered reflector, highly efficient integral ballast, Super Metal
reflector, Super Metal Halide lamp and socket, and heavy-duty die
Halide lamp and socket, available on/off switch, and heavy-duty die
cast door, sealed with harsh element-resistant gaskets. The remote
cast door, sealed with harsh element-resistant gaskets.
ballast makes installation and maintenance easy with a one-piece,
Mounting: Conduit (1 1/4" round or 1 1/2" square pipe) fits
full access cover.
securely into the luminaire, clamped down to prevent rotation.
Mounting: Designed to be mounted in the sign cabinet.
Listings: UL Listed. Suitable for wet locations.
Listings: UL Listed. Suitable for wet locations.

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Medium Base Attachon Lampholders 102 Series Open Channel

Feature snap-in or screw-in panel mounting options, insulation Fluorescent Lighting
displacement terminals for stranded wire, lay-in wire channels and a
Creative Illumination's open channel fluorescent lighting is great for
1/4-turn twist top. One-piece terminals and contacts. No rivets or
commercial or residential use. Fixtures are designed to mount to
eyelets to loosen due to heat. Sockets are molded of heat-resistant
ceilings or walls. Housings are formed from cold rolled steel and
phenolic. Keyed spring washer prevents rotation of socket after
painted with a high-gloss, baked white enamel finish after multi-
installation. UL listed, CSA approved.
stage cleaning, and a phosphate coating to inhibit rust has been
MW Part applied. The cover attaches without fasteners. UL Listed. Electronic
Watts Volts Description Wire Range Mounting
Number Ballast included. Available in 120V, 277V or Multi-volt (120-277V,
EAG47342 660 250 Phenolic #18 to #12 Snap-in 50 or 60 Hertz).
EAG734 660 250 Phenolic #14 to #12 Screws Lengths: 24", 36", 48", 72", 84" and 96"

Sign/Lite™ Self Contained Fluorescent Unit

LITE-O-LINE Outdoor All-Weather
Fluorescent Floodlight
ACME Floodlight Co. offers sturdy, rigid fluorescent floodlights
that are easier to install and maintain. The units are pre-wired and
pre-assembled and can be mounted with the lamps and plastic in
place. ACME floodlights also feature:
• A built-in water-tight raceway for wiring through only one arm,
directly to the ballast.
• Sockets enclosed in water-tight neoprene boots.
• Unit gasketed throughout (neoprene or corprene) except plastic
shield
• Set screw 360° rotation.
• All aluminum or non-corrosive, non-magnetic stainless steel
• Remotely mounted ballast (not included).
Available Components:
Complete Fixture (4', 6' and 8' lengths)
Shield Only (4', 6' and 8' lengths)
Splice Box (left)
Splice Box (middle)
Splice Box (right)
Save time and money with Sign/Lite, an off-the-shelf compact
fluorescent unit. It requires no pattern or waiting for neon and takes
about half the time to assemble and install. With Sign/Lite, every
small sign box or channel letter is a self-contained unit with no
secondary wiring or costly neon transformers and parts. This
compact unit comes complete with socket, ballast, lamp and
mounting screws. All components are UL and CSA listed. It comes
with a 10,000-hour compact fluorescent white twin lamp for a life
expectancy of three to five years. Your channel letter estimating is
made easy. Just figure three to four sign/Lite units per upright foot
of block, spurred or script channel letters with thick and thin strokes
from 2 1/2" to 10". Made in U.S.A.
Lamps: 5-watt, 7-watt, 9-watt or 13-watt
Kits: (includes ballast, socket and snap-in lamp)
5-watt, 7-watt, 9-watt or 13-watt
Phenolic Sign Receptacles
Incandescent, Medium-Base, Pin-Type Sign Receptacles from State
Tool & Mfg. are rated at 660 watts, 250 volts. They feature a brass
screw shell and a black phenolic body with pin-type terminals. For
use with #12 or #14AWG stranded THHN or TW wire.
STM248 STM258

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