Philips MASTERColour CDM-TC Elite 70W/930 G8.5 73W 3000K 7800lm

The Philips MASTERColour CDM-TC Elite 70W/930 G8.5 is a single-ended Ceramic Metal Halide discharge lamp designed for compact fixtures where high-efficiency, high-quality light is required. Rated at 73 W with a correlated colour temperature of 3000 K and a luminous flux of 7800 lm, this lamp delivers warm white light suitable for retail, hospitality and general architectural lighting. The lamp body dimensions are approximately 15 mm in diameter and 85 mm in overall height, and it contains 6.6 mg of mercury.

Advantages

This CDM-TC Elite lamp offers high luminous efficacy for its class, stable colour rendering and long operating life compared with conventional lamps. Its compact single-ended G8.5 base makes it compatible with many downlights and accent luminaires, while the 3000 K colour temperature provides a warm, natural appearance of illuminated surfaces.

Suitable for

• Retail display and accent lighting
• Hospitality areas such as restaurants and hotel lobbies
• Architectural and general indoor lighting in compact fixtures

Key specifications

• Power: 73 W
• Luminous flux: 7800 lm
• Colour temperature: 3000 K (warm white)
• Base type: G8.5, single-ended
• Dimensions: approx. 15 mm diameter × 85 mm height
• Mercury content: 6.6 mg
• Manufacturer: Philips, MPN CDM-TC70-930, EAN 8727900911534

How to use

Install the lamp into a compatible luminaire with a G8.5 single-ended socket and the correct ballast or electronic control gear specified for ceramic metal halide lamps. Ensure the fixture is rated for the lamp power and allows adequate ventilation. Allow the lamp to reach full output and stable colour temperature after the warm-up period specified by the luminaire or ballast manufacturer.

Recommendations

Use within fixtures designed for Ceramic Metal Halide (CDM) lamps and follow local regulations for disposal due to mercury content. Replace lamps as a matched set in multi-lamp fittings to maintain consistent colour and light levels.