{"product_id":"thorgeon-monimetallilamppu-g12-35w-4200k","title":"Thorgeon Metal Halide Lamp G12 35W 2200lm 4200K – HID, T6 tube","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Thorgeon metal halide lamp is the smallest power class Thorgeon HID gas discharge lamp, producing a luminous flux of 2,200 lumens with a 4200 K neutral white color. Suitable for display case lighting, small advertising luminaires, spot lighting in small shops, and maintenance of older 35W systems. Requires an external HID ballast and ignitor – does not work directly with mains voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG12 base. Requires an external HID ballast + ignitor (35W rating). Ignition time 1–4 minutes, re-ignition requires cooling.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLamp type: Metal halide lamp (HID, Metal Halide gas discharge lamp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrand: Thorgeon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBase: G12 (bi-pin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower: 35 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLamp operating voltage: \u003cstrong\u003e75–95 V\u003c\/strong\u003e (internal discharge voltage – not mains voltage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLuminous flux: \u003cstrong\u003e2,200 lm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor temperature: 4200 K (neutral white)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor rendering index (CRI): 60–69\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLuminous efficacy: 62.8 lm\/W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLamp shape: Tubular, single-ended (clear glass)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLamp designation: T6 (diameter 22.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExternal ballast required: Yes (HID ballast + ignitor)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiameter: 22.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotal length: 90 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct code (EAN): 4752280005614\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a metal halide lamp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA metal halide (MH) lamp is a gas-discharge lamp that produces intense and stable light by combining high-pressure mercury with metal halides. This gives the lamp:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood light output from a small size\u003c\/strong\u003e – 2,200 lm from a Ø22.5 × 90 mm lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeutral color temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e – 4200 K (natural white)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral lighting color rendering\u003c\/strong\u003e – CRI 60–69 (suitable for general lighting, not color accuracy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e35W – lowest power class, for special use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e35W is the lowest common power class for metal halide lamps. Typical applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay case luminaires and exhibition spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e – lower luminous efficacy is sufficient for close-range lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpotlights\u003c\/strong\u003e – in small shops where the lamp is used close to the product\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmaller advertising luminaires\u003c\/strong\u003e – for 5–20 m² advertisements\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBollard lights\u003c\/strong\u003e – low poles (1–3 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance of existing 35W systems\u003c\/strong\u003e – when the ballast rating is 35W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need more light output for a larger space, check out our selection:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/thorgeon-monimetallilamppu-g12-70w-4200k\"\u003eThorgeon 70W G12 4200K\u003c\/a\u003e (6,000 lm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/thorgeon-monimetallilamppu-g12-150w-4200k\"\u003eThorgeon 150W G12 4200K\u003c\/a\u003e (12,500 lm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal ballast and ignitor required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lamp \u003cstrong\u003edoes not work directly with mains voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e – it requires an external HID ballast and ignitor. Important notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe internal lamp voltage is 75–95 V (lower than 80–100 V for larger MH lamps)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe ballast must be rated for a \u003cstrong\u003e35W metal halide lamp\u003c\/strong\u003e (not 70W or 150W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAn ignitor is needed to start the lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation requires the expertise of an electrician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible ballasts can be found in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/liitantalaitteet-kuristimet\"\u003eElectrical Supplies → Ballasts\/Chokes\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIgnition time and cool-down period\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe behavior of HID lamps differs from LED and fluorescent lamps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIgnition time to full power:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 1–4 minutes after switching on\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRe-ignition after power failure:\u003c\/strong\u003e requires 5–20 minutes of cooling – a hot lamp cannot be re-ignited immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuring lifetime:\u003c\/strong\u003e color temperature may shift slightly and light level may decrease (typical HID phenomenon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHID lamps are best suited for spaces where lighting is on for long periods and short on\/off cycles are not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCRI 60–69 – for general lighting, not for color accuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe color rendering index (CRI 60–69) of this lamp is suitable for general lighting, but color differences are not precisely distinguishable. For example, the colors of clothes, jewelry, and paints may appear different compared to natural light. Not suitable for retail lighting where color accuracy is important – clothing stores, jewelry stores, exhibition spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor applications requiring precise color rendering, consider an LED alternative (LEDs achieve CRI 80–95+).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLED alternative – low power class, easy transition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor lower power class (35W and below) MH lamps, an \u003cstrong\u003eLED replacement is particularly sensible\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED selection is wider\u003c\/strong\u003e in low power classes – several brands available\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter value for money\u003c\/strong\u003e – LED lamps are often cheaper than MH lamps with the same light output\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLonger lifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e – LED 50,000+ h vs MH 6,000–15,000 h\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower energy consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e – LED produces the same light efficacy with approximately 12–18W of power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our selection in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/g12-led-lamput\"\u003eG12 LED lamps\u003c\/a\u003e category – options are available in several power classes. However, this Thorgeon MH lamp is suitable for maintaining existing 35W systems when the luminaire and ballast are precisely dimensioned for MH technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse the lamp only in a suitable enclosed luminaire – due to UV radiation, open installation can be dangerous\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not touch a hot lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf the lamp breaks, act carefully – it contains a small amount of mercury\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAt the end of its life, recycle in accordance with the WEEE directive at an authorized collection point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation checklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck that the luminaire has a G12 base and is designed for a 35W metal halide lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck that an external HID ballast and ignitor are used (\u003cstrong\u003e35W MH\u003c\/strong\u003e rating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn off the power at the main switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall the lamp – do not touch the glass with your fingers (grease can cause a hot spot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn on the power\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWait 1–4 minutes for full power to be reached\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck that the lamp is burning steadily without flickering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso explore our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/monimetallilamput\"\u003eother metal halide lamps\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/g12-led-lamput\"\u003eG12 LED alternatives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Thorgeon","offers":[{"title":"35W \/ 4200K \/ G12","offer_id":57268658274648,"sku":"4752280005614","price":37.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/2171\/6917\/files\/1be87fbfd83b05a5e036d25d4cb84045a14e4f74.png?v=1778507760","url":"https:\/\/www.lumenled.fi\/en\/products\/thorgeon-monimetallilamppu-g12-35w-4200k","provider":"Lumenled Oy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}