{"product_id":"thorgeon-monimetallilamppu-g12-150w-3000k","title":"Thorgeon Metal Halide Lamp G12 150W 12500lm 3000K – HID, warm white","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Thorgeon metal halide lamp is a professional-grade HID gas discharge lamp that produces an extremely powerful 12,500 lumen light output with a warm 3000K color temperature. The 3000K shade is rare in the metal halide lamp category – especially suitable for atmospheric lighting in large spaces, shops, restaurants, and lobbies. Requires an external HID ballast and ignitor – does not operate directly on mains voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG12 base. Requires an external HID ballast + ignitor. Warm-up time 1–4 minutes, restrike requires cooling.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notice product-notice--warning\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ Order product\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDelivery time approx. \u003cstrong\u003e2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e from order. Availability can be checked in the shopping cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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: 150 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLamp operating voltage: 80–100 V (internal discharge voltage – not mains voltage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLuminous flux: \u003cstrong\u003e12,500 lm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor temperature: \u003cstrong\u003e3000 K (warm white – rare in MH category)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor rendering index (CRI): 70–79\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLuminous efficacy: 83.3 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\u003eOverall length: 100 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct code (EAN): 4752280005645\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 an extremely powerful and consistent light by combining high-pressure mercury with metal halides. This gives the lamp:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh light output\u003c\/strong\u003e — 12,500 lm from a single lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm color temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3000 K (incandescent-like, rare in MH category)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModerate color rendering\u003c\/strong\u003e — CRI 70–79\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall physical size\u003c\/strong\u003e — only Ø22.5 × 100 mm produces 12,500 lm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3000K — a warm shade for large spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost metal halide lamps are produced with cooler shades (4000K, 4200K, 5000K, 6500K), as their gas discharge spectrum naturally produces cooler light. The 3000K warm white MH lamp is a \u003cstrong\u003especial product\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHotel and restaurant ambient lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e — large lobbies, restaurant halls, foyers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClothing stores and interior design shops\u003c\/strong\u003e — warm shades highlight products\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJewelry stores\u003c\/strong\u003e — natural sparkle of gold and jewelry in warm light\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage atmosphere\u003c\/strong\u003e — in older spotlights where an incandescent-like shade is desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvent venues and concert halls\u003c\/strong\u003e — warm ambient lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a cooler shade (e.g., for industrial, warehouse, sports field use), check out the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/thorgeon-monimetallilamppu-g12-150w-4200k\"\u003e4200K model\u003c\/a\u003e or our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/monimetallilamput\"\u003eother metal halide lamps\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\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 operate directly on 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 80–100 V, not the same as mains voltage (230 V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe ballast must be rated for a 150W metal halide lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAn ignitor is required 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\u003eWarm-up time and restrike cooling\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\u003eWarm-up time to full power:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 1–4 minutes after switching on\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestrike after power outage:\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\u003eFor this reason, HID 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\u003eLED alternative — a long-term investment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMetal halide lamps are being phased out as LED technology develops. LED alternatives offer a longer lifespan (LED 50,000–100,000 h vs MH 6,000–15,000 h), lower energy consumption (LED 150–200 lm\/W vs MH 83 lm\/W), instant full power, and no cooling time for restrike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, this Thorgeon metal halide lamp is suitable for maintaining existing HID systems and for applications where LED conversion is not yet possible. Also, explore our selection in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/led-teollisuusvalaisimet\"\u003eLED Industrial Luminaires\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety notices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse the lamp only in a suitable enclosed luminaire — open installation can be dangerous due to UV radiation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not touch a hot lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf the lamp breaks, proceed with caution — it contains a small amount of mercury\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAt the end of its life, recycle according to the WEEE directive at an electrical and electronic equipment 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 150W metal halide lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck that an external HID ballast and ignitor are used (150W MH 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 to reach full power\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Thorgeon","offers":[{"title":"150W \/ 3000K \/ Grade 12","offer_id":57268751728984,"sku":"4752280005645","price":41.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/2171\/6917\/files\/1be87fbfd83b05a5e036d25d4cb84045a14e4f74.png?v=1778507760","url":"https:\/\/lmenled.com\/en\/products\/thorgeon-monimetallilamppu-g12-150w-3000k","provider":"Lumenled Oy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}