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  • Metal halide lamp | E40 | 1000W | 4K | 80000 lm | tubular | 230V | Sylvania HSI-T | 5410288205953

    Code: MH-1000
    Barcode: 5410288205953

    Sylvania HSI-T 1000W/4K – tubular clear metal halide lamp for E40 sockets: 1000 W, 80,000 lm, neutral white light. Operates on a standard 1000 W mercury ballast with an external ignitor, enclosed luminaires only.

  • Metal halide lamp | E40 | 1000W | 4K | 80000 lm | tubular | 230V | Sylvania HSI-T | 5410288205953

    Sylvania HSI-T 1000W/4K is a tubular, clear 1000 W metal halide lamp with an E40 base and quartz arc tube. It is intended for logistics, industrial and outdoor sites – warehouses, stadiums, car parks, rail and dock yards. The lamp operates on a standard 1000 W mercury lamp ballast with an external ignitor on a 230 V supply.

    Key point:
    This is a replacement lamp for existing 1000 W metal halide luminaires and floodlights. Because it runs on a standard mercury lamp ballast, it fits most existing 1000 W installations – only the lamp is replaced, not the luminaire. Neutral white 4K light renders colours much better than the yellow light of sodium lamps.
    Power
    1000 W
    Luminous flux
    80,000 lm
    Light colour
    4K, neutral white
    Base / supply
    E40 / 230 V

    Operating principle

    The lamp is screwed into an E40 socket in an enclosed luminaire with a 1000 W ballast (standard mercury lamp type) and an external ignitor. When switched on, the ignitor strikes the arc in the quartz arc tube with a high-voltage pulse, and the ballast limits the current to the operating value of 8.25 A.

    After ignition, the lamp warms up for several minutes before reaching full luminous flux. A hot lamp that has been switched off will not restrike immediately – it must cool down first. This makes it suitable for long operating periods rather than frequent switching.

    The result is 80,000 lm (approx. 80 lm/W) of neutral white light from a single point. The manufacturer states an average life of 10,000 h.

    Why choose Sylvania HSI-T 1000W/4K?
    It restores existing 1000 W lighting for the price of a lamp, without replacing luminaires, ballasts or cables. It also suits installations with mercury lamp gear – an external ignitor is enough.

    Technical specifications

    Product type Metal halide (MH) discharge lamp
    Manufacturer / series Sylvania / HSI-T
    Model / code HSI-T 1000W/4K E40 / 0020595
    EAN 5410288205953
    Power 1000 W
    Lamp current 8.25 A
    Lamp operating voltage 115–145 V
    Supply 230 V via ballast
    Luminous flux 80,000 lm
    Luminous efficacy ~80 lm/W
    Light colour 4K, neutral white (colour code 640)
    Colour rendering Ra 60–69
    Base E40
    Bulb shape / finish Tubular / clear
    Arc tube Quartz
    Dimensions Ø 66 mm, length 382 mm
    Weight 0.429 kg
    Average life 10,000 h
    Required control gear 1000 W ballast (mercury lamp type) + external ignitor
    Luminaire type Enclosed luminaire only
    Dimmable No
    Energy consumption 1000 kWh / 1000 h
    Energy class G
    Mercury content 72.5 mg

    Key features

    • 80,000 lm from one source – a single luminaire lights a large area, with fewer points on ceilings or masts.
    • Neutral white 4K light – colours are distinguished much better than under sodium lamps.
    • Runs on a mercury lamp ballast – fits most existing 1000 W installations, only an external ignitor is needed.
    • E40 base, tubular shape – standard format for 1000 W floodlights and industrial luminaires.
    • 10,000 h average life – less frequent replacement in high-mounted luminaires.
    • Clear bulb – precise beam control by the reflector, especially in floodlights.

    Where is it used?

    • High-bay logistics centres and warehouses
    • Industrial halls and hangars
    • Stadiums and large sports grounds
    • Outdoor car parks
    • Rail yards and port areas
    • Loading yards and construction sites
    • Floodlighting of large areas

    Use by need

    For warehouse or logistics facility managers.
    Quickly restores failed lighting in existing luminaires without waiting for a refurbishment project.
    For port, terminal or yard operators.
    Keeps outdoor areas lit with even white light where recognising colours and markings matters.
    For electricians / maintenance companies.
    A standard E40 1000 W MH lamp for stock – fits most existing 1000 W floodlights with mercury-type ballasts.

    Practical application

    If a loading yard has 1000 W floodlights and some of them no longer ignite or glow pinkish, check that the ballast is 1000 W (8.25 A) and that the luminaire has an external ignitor. If so, replace the lamps with Sylvania HSI-T 1000W/4K – ideally all lamps in one zone at once, so that the light colour stays uniform.

    Advantages

    • High luminous flux – 80,000 lm from a single point.
    • Neutral white light – 4K, good colour discrimination.
    • Wide compatibility – runs on a standard mercury lamp ballast.
    • Long life – 10,000 h on average.
    • Replacement without refurbishment – much cheaper than replacing the luminaire with LED.

    Disadvantages / limitations

    • Does not work without a ballast and external ignitor – not for direct 230 V connection
    • Takes several minutes to warm up and will not restrike hot – unsuitable for frequent switching or motion sensors
    • The manufacturer has discontinued this model – quantities are limited and the same lamp may not be available later
    • Energy class G, efficacy ~80 lm/W – LED solutions are more economical
    • Luminous flux cannot be dimmed

    Safety and installation notes

    • Before replacing the lamp, disconnect the power and let the lamp and luminaire cool down – the bulb operating temperature is very high.
    • Use only in an enclosed luminaire with an intact protective glass.
    • Do not touch the bulb with bare hands – use gloves or a clean cloth.
    • In a mercury lamp luminaire, an external ignitor must be installed – without it the lamp will not ignite.
    • Do not fit the lamp in sodium (SON) lamp gear unless the luminaire manufacturer specifies it.
    • If the lamp breaks, follow the manufacturer cleaning instructions – the lamp contains 72.5 mg of mercury; dispose of used lamps as hazardous waste.

    Quick selection guide

    MH | 1000 W
    E40 | tubular | clear
    4K | 80,000 lm
    8.25 A | 10,000 h
    Suitable when you need:
    • to replace a 1000 W metal halide lamp in an existing luminaire
    • white light in warehouses, stadiums or outdoor areas
    • spare lamps for a maintained site
    Check before use:
    • that the ballast is 1000 W, 8.25 A (mercury lamp type)
    • that the luminaire has an external ignitor
    • that a Ø 66 × 382 mm lamp fits and the luminaire is enclosed
    Important reminder: this lamp does not replace the ballast or ignitor – if the gear is faulty, a new lamp will not ignite or will fail quickly.

    FAQ

    Can the lamp be connected directly to a 230 V outlet?
    No – it only works via a 1000 W ballast and an external ignitor.
    Can it replace an HPL-N 1000W mercury lamp?
    Yes, the ballast is suitable, but an external ignitor must be installed in the luminaire.
    Can it replace a SON-T 1000W sodium lamp?
    Only if the luminaire gear is suitable for metal halide lamps – a sodium ballast and ignitor are not suitable for this lamp.
    Why is the lamp dim right after switching on?
    A metal halide lamp reaches full luminous flux only after warming up for several minutes.
    Why does the lamp not restart immediately after switching off?
    A standard ignitor cannot restrike a hot lamp – wait until it cools down.
    Can it be used in an open luminaire?
    No – the manufacturer permits use only in enclosed luminaires.

    Metal halide lamp | E40 | 1000W | 4K | 80000 lm | tubular | 230V | Sylvania HSI-T | 5410288205953

    Sylvania HSI-T 1000W/4K – tubular metal halide lamp for E40 sockets: 1000 W, 80,000 lm, neutral white light, 10,000 h life. Replacement lamp for warehouses, stadiums, yards and ports in enclosed luminaires with a 1000 W ballast and an external ignitor.

    Published: 2026-10-29 · Data verified against the Sylvania manufacturer datasheet: 2026-10-29

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