The smallest self-ballasted ceramic metal halide lamp in the industry, the METALARC POWERBALL EL PAR30LN lamp features SYLVANIA's exclusive POWERBALL spherical ceramic arc tube technology, which delivers the utmost in color consistency and stability for color critical applications in a TCLP-compliant product.
We have tested many options for replacing PAR30 halogen light bulbs and have come up with energy efficient and longer-lasting alternatives. I evaluated infrared-conserving halogen light bulbs, LED light bulbs, self-ballasted metal halide light bulbs, and compact fluorescent light bulbs.
Each replacement has its pros and cons, so it's important to understand the limitations of each product while evaluating its benefits. There is no single best solution for all applications, but there are certainly best solutions based on specific applications. For example, the clear winner for retail stores is the self-ballasted metal halide light bulb, specifically the Metalarc Powerball series from Sylvania. These however, would not be suitable in a residential application.
PAR30 Light Bulb Types
| Product Type |
Halogen 75PAR30LN |
Infrared-Conserving Halogen 50PAR30S/IRC |
LED PAR30L Lamp |
Compact Fluorescent |
Self-Ballasted Metal Halide |
| Benefits |
Low cost |
Energy savings |
Lowest energy consumption, long life |
Long life, energy savings, low cost |
Long life, energy savings, great color rendering |
| Limitations |
Short life, generates heat, uses most energy |
Short life, generates heat |
High cost |
Not dimmable, poor beam control |
Not dimmable, long start-up time |
| Watts |
75 |
50 |
11 |
16 |
24 |
| Average Life |
2500 |
4200 |
50000 |
8000 |
12000 |
| Product |
Sylvania 14769 |
Philips 145003 |
Philips 408138 |
TCP PF3016 |
Sylvania 64902, 64901, 64903, 64904 |
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At 2800K CCT and 82 CRI, the Sylvania Metalarc Powerball lamps create outstanding color quality that enhances displayed merchandise resulting in consumer satisfaction and better sales. Designed to be a direct retrofit for less efficient halogen PAR lamps at as much as four times the life and up to 80 percent less energy consumed, this PAR30LN lamp is dry and damp location rated and is available in four beam angles, offering solutions for countless applications. No need to change track light fixtures or modify existing recessed lighting!
The medium screw base and integrated electronic ballast allow for operation in any standard 120V socket while providing power interrupt and thermal protection to the fixture. Use in open fixtures without UV worry. The UV-Stop technology significantly reduces UV output, minimizing discoloration and fading.
Applications include:
- Accent lighting
- Display lighting
- Lobbies
- Malls
- Office areas
- Retail stores
- Studio lighting
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