Philips MSR 1200/2 - G22 Metal Halide Lamp, 1200 W, 7,200 K, 110,000 lm
The Philips MSR 1200/2 is a single-cap (G22) metal halide discharge lamp designed for professional entertainment lighting fixtures—moving heads and follow spots—that demand crisp, high-performance daylight. With 1200 W , a nominal luminous flux of 110,000 lm , and a color temperature of 7,200 K , it delivers cool whites and consistent color rendering ( CRI 85 ) for stage, touring, theater, television, and events. Its universal operating position simplifies integration into existing fixtures, and the short arc design (10 mm) improves beam pickup and direction, providing more usable intensity on the target. The lamp is not dimmable and requires a starter; it features a cold strike system (no hot reignition). The average lifespan is 800 hours , and its compact dimensions ( 175 × 40 mm , LCL 85 mm ) facilitate maintenance on tour and in fixed installations.
Main features
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Power: 1200 W
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Base (cap): G22, bi-pin prefocus (base information 30 × 53 mm)
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Luminous flux: 110,000 lm (minimum 80,000 lm)
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Color temperature (CCT): 7,200K
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Color Rendering Index (CRI): 85
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Luminous efficacy (nominal): 91 lm/W
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Lamp current: 13.8 A
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Minimum ignition voltage: 207 V
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Operating position: Universal (any)
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Regulation: Not regulated
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Arc light: 10 mm
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Dimensions: total length 175 mm; max. diameter 40 mm; LCL 85 mm (tolerance 84–86 mm)
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Maximum bulb temperature: 700 °C
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Maximum clamp temperature: 350 °C
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Average life (L50): 800 h
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Net weight approx.: 0.150 kg
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System: MSR Cold Strike (no hot restart)
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Standard packaging: 1 unit per inner box; 3 units per outer box
Product benefits
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High performance on stage: 110,000 lm with short arc for a powerful and well-defined beam in gobos, cutouts and follow spots.
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Stable “daytime” color: 7,200 K and CRI 85 for cameras and audiences, with consistent color saturation in CMY mix.
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Easy integration: G22 socket and universal position compatible with numerous 1200W luminaires.
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Optimized maintenance: average lifespan of 800 h and standard dimensions (LCL 85 mm) for quick replacements.
Compatibility and documented examples
The MSR 1200/2 G22 is used in numerous entertainment luminaires. Examples with publicly available documentation:
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High End Systems Cyberlight (series CL/SV): specifies MSR 1200/2 as the original lamp.
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Martin Professional MAC 1200 : uses MSR 1200 lamp of 1200 W (compatible family and socket).
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Coemar Fiera 1200 – Supports Philips 1200 MSR or MSR/2 with G22 base.
Note: Always check your equipment manual for the exact supported variant and ballast/igniter requirements.
Use cases
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Theatre and tour: 1200W moving heads with complex gobos and CMY mixing.
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Events and concerts: follow spots with long ranges and cool targets.
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Television and studios: high-intensity clipping and filler effects with stable colorimetry.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can it be dimmed? No. It is a non-dimmable discharge lamp; it requires a suitable ballast and igniter.
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Does it allow hot restarts? No. It's a cold strike ; it must be cooled down before restarting.
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Working orientation? Universal: can be installed in any position.
Usage and safety recommendations
- Handle the lamp with gloves and avoid fingerprints on the bulb.
- If it breaks, ventilate for 30 minutes and remove the remains with gloves; do not use a vacuum cleaner.
- Respect the maximum bulb and clamp temperatures indicated by the manufacturer.
Project description
Philips MSR 1200/2 metal halide lamp, G22 base, 1200 W, 110,000 lm (min. 80,000 lm), 7,200 K , CRI 85 , efficacy 91 lm/W, current 13.8 A , ignition ≥ 207 V , non-dimmable , universal position; arc 10 mm; LCL 85 mm (84–86 mm), length 175 mm, diameter 40 mm; max. bulb temperatures 700 °C and clamp temperatures 350 °C; average life 800 h .
