PL-C Lamp

PL-C Lamp

A compact multi-tube lamp widely used in recessed downlights and commercial ceiling fixtures.

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A compact multi-tube lamp widely used in recessed downlights and commercial ceiling fixtures.

How to identify PL-C Lamp

PL-C lamps typically use two parallel U-shaped tubes. G24d two-pin and G24q four-pin bases include keyed variations associated with wattage and control-gear type.

Common applications

Commercial downlights, offices, hotels, corridors, healthcare facilities, public buildings and residential ceiling fixtures.

Technologies and base options

PL-C lamps include fluorescent and LED replacement products with two-pin or four-pin bases, different lengths and varied ballast compatibility.

Technologies represented in this library: Fluorescent, LED.

Available base types: G24d, G24q.

Typical market availability

Technology Common wattage range Typical lumen range Common colour temperatures Common voltage options
FLUORESCENT 10–42 W 600–3200 lm 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 6500K Ballast-operated
LED 5–18 W 500–2500 lm 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 5000K 120–277V direct-wire or ballast-compatible, depending on product

These are representative market ranges, not guaranteed limits. Availability varies by manufacturer, voltage, base, beam, region and product generation.

How to select the correct lamp

Confirm the complete base code, including pin count and keying, original wattage, ballast type, lamp dimensions and LED wiring requirements.

Compatibility and safety

Different G24 keys are designed to prevent incorrect wattage or electrical combinations. Never force a base into a socket with different keying.

Important: The library describes a lamp format, not a particular product. A shared shape does not guarantee matching voltage, base, dimensions, light distribution or control-gear requirements. Confirm the fixture label and product datasheet, or ask a Bulb World lighting specialist.

Replacement Notes

Confirm the complete base code, including pin count and keying, original wattage, ballast type, lamp dimensions and LED wiring requirements.

Capability Warning

Different G24 keys are designed to prevent incorrect wattage or electrical combinations. Never force a base into a socket with different keying.

Common Market Options

fluorescent
Minimum Wattage: 10 watts
Maximum Wattage: 42 watts
Minimum Lumens: 600 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 3200 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 6500K
Common Voltage Options Ballast-operated
led
Minimum Wattage: 5 watts
Maximum Wattage: 18 watts
Minimum Lumens: 500 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 2500 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 5000K
Common Voltage Options 120–277V direct-wire or ballast-compatible, depending on product
fluorescent
Minimum Wattage: 10 watts
Maximum Wattage: 42 watts
Minimum Lumens: 600 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 3200 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 6500K
Common Voltage Options Ballast-operated
led
Minimum Wattage: 5 watts
Maximum Wattage: 18 watts
Minimum Lumens: 500 Lumens
Maximum Lumens: 2500 Lumens
Common Colour Temperatures 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 5000K
Common Voltage Options 120–277V direct-wire or ballast-compatible, depending on product

These are common market ranges. Exact specifications vary by manufacturer and product

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