Philips MSR 700/2 - G22 Metal Halide Lamp (700 W, 7,200 K, 55,000 lm, 1,000 h)
The Philips MSR 700/2 is a G22 metal halide discharge lamp designed for professional use in stage, theater, television, and events . Its short 8 mm arc concentrates the light emission for highly efficient optical collection, delivering a nominal luminous flux of 55,000 lm with a color temperature of 7,200 K (daylight white) and a CRI of 80. It is a universal , non-dimmable , cold -strike lamp with a lifespan of 1,000 hours . Its compact dimensions — Ø 30 mm , LCL 75 mm , length 152 mm —facilitate replacement in compatible G22-based fixtures.
Main features
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Power: 700 W
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Socket: G22 (single socket)
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Luminous flux: 55,000 lm (min. 48,000 lm)
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Color temperature (CCT): 7,200K
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Color Rendering Index (CRI): 80
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Luminous efficacy (rated): 78 lm/W
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Arc light: 8 mm
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Lamp current: 11 A
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Ignition voltage (minimum): 207 V
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Operating position: Universal
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Regulation: No
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System: Cold strike (does not allow hot restart)
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Dimensions: max. diameter 30 mm; LCL 75 mm; total length 152 mm
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Maximum temperatures: bulb 700 °C; clamp 350 °C
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Approximate weight: 0.120 kg
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Packaging: 1 unit per inner box; 8 units per outer box
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Main application: Studio / Record / Touring
Product benefits
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Powerful and precise beam: the short bow offers high intensity useful for gobos, cutaways and long shots.
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Stable “daytime” color: 7,200 K with CRI 80 for reliable color reproduction in front of an audience and on camera.
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Versatile installation: G22 socket and universal position for integration into numerous professional luminaires.
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Optimized maintenance: average lifespan of 1,000 h which helps reduce replacement downtime.
Use cases
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700W moving heads and profiles: CMY mixing and high-contrast gobo projection.
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Follow spots: medium-long range follow spots with cold targets and long range.
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Sets and events: daylight effects and accents with chromatic stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is it dimmable? No. This lamp is not dimmable ; it requires a suitable ballast and igniter.
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Does it allow hot restarts? No. It's a cold strike system; it must cool down before restarting.
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Can it be mounted in any orientation? Yes, its operating position is universal .
Usage and safety recommendations
- Handle with gloves and avoid fingerprints on the bulb; if this occurs, clean with isopropyl alcohol.
- Respect the maximum bulb and clamp temperatures indicated.
- In case of breakage, ventilate for 30 minutes and dispose of the remains according to regulations (contains mercury).
Project description
Philips MSR 700/2 lamp, G22 , 700 W , 55,000 lm (min. 48,000 lm), 7,200 K , CRI 80 , 78 lm/W , arc 8 mm , current 11 A , ignition ≥ 207 V , non-dimmable , cold strike system, universal position; dimensions: Ø 30 mm , LCL 75 mm , length 152 mm ; max. bulb/clamp temperatures 700/350 °C ; average life 1,000 h ; weight approx. 0.120 kg ; packaging 1CT/8 .
