Energy saving of typically 75-80% when compared to GLS lamps of a comparable light output Long life, 10000 hours typically, which equates to lower maintenance costs 2-pin versions have integral starters and should only be used with switch start ballasts 4-pin versions are designed primarily for use with high frequency ballasts or in emergency lighting applications Triphosphor coatings give good colour rendition: Ra 80 to 89 Choice of colour temperatures
Compatibility
Please note that some types of lamps are inter-changeable, as long as lamps of similar characteristics are used. These are:
Philips PL-L and GE Biax L Philips PL-S (2pin), Osram Dulux S and GE Biax S Philips PL-S (4pin), Osram Dulux S (4pin) and GE Biax S/E Philips PL-C (2pin), Osram Dulux D and GE Biax D Philips PL-C (4pin), Osram Dulux D (4pin) and GE Biax D/E
