Philips PL-S 9W BLB/2P G23 – Compact 2-pin Blacklight Blue lamp for UV-A effects and detection
The Philips PL-S 9W BLB/2P G23 (Blacklight Blue) is a special compact fluorescent lamp that emits long-wave UV (UV-A) radiation , ideal for stage effects and detection and analysis in fields such as archaeology, banknote verification, forensics, the food industry, medicine, mineralogy, and philately . This 2-pin version is designed to work with electromagnetic equipment and a G23 socket. It offers a nominal lifespan of 3,000 hours , a power rating of 8.6 W (marketed as 9 W), a lamp voltage of 60 V , and a current of 0.17 A. Its 2×T12 shape concentrates the blacklight effect with minimal visible light, providing 1.65 W of UV-A (measured at 100 h IEC) with a very low UV-B fraction ( 0.2% ). The tube contains 3.0 mg of mercury and has compact dimensions: length 145 mm and tube diameter 13 mm , with a net weight of 32 g .
Main features
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Blacklight Blue (BLB) application: Long-wave UV-A emission for black light detection, analysis, and effects.
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Base G23 (2 pins): 2P version for operation with electromagnetic ballast .
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Power and electrical: 8.6 W (≈9 W) · 60 V · 0.17 A.
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Useful life: 3,000 h (nominal).
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UV-A output (IEC): 1.65 W at 100 h; UV-B/UV-A: 0.2%.
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Shape: 2×T12 (double tube) to maximize the fluorescent effect with low visible light.
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Mercury (Hg): 3.0 mg.
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Dimensions: length 145 mm · tube diameter 13 mm .
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Net weight: 32 g.
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Flow maintenance (LLMF): 20% at 2,000 h; 30% at 6,000 h (nominal values).
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Unit of sale: 1 piece · Outer packaging: 60 units.
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Product codes: Order code 95090180 ; 12NC 927901710807 .
Product benefits
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Crisp black light effect: enhances fluorescence and security inks with minimal visible light.
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Specialized and versatile: suitable for inspection, authentication, laboratory and show (discos, theaters, signage).
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Easy integration: PL-S format, G23 base and 2-pin version for conventional equipment.
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Low operating cost: 3,000 nominal hours in a compact and efficient lamp.
Use cases
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Detection and control: archaeology, forensics, food quality control, verification of banknotes and documents.
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Special effects: blacklight lighting in clubs, stages, interactive museums and fluorescent signage.
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Laboratory and analysis: mineralogy, philately, medicine and blue backlighting applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does it emit UVC for disinfection? No. It is long-wave UV-A (black light). It is not a UVC germicidal lamp.
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What equipment do you need? Electromagnetic ballast compatible with PL-S 9W (2-pin version, G23).
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Can I dim it? It is not recommended; the 2-pin version for electromagnetic equipment is not dimmable .
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Are there any safety precautions? Avoid prolonged direct exposure of eyes and skin to UV radiation. In case of breakage, ventilate for 30 minutes and dispose of waste according to local regulations.
Project description
Philips PL-S 9W BLB/2P lamp, G23 (2 pins) , 8.6 W , 60 V , 0.17 A ; Blacklight Blue , UV-A 1.65 W (100 h IEC) , UV-B/UV-A 0.2% ; life 3,000 h ; shape 2×T12 ; dimensions 145 mm (length) · 13 mm (tube diameter); mercury content 3.0 mg ; sales unit 1 piece ; outer packaging 60 units ; codes: Order 95090180 , 12NC 927901710807 .
