MH175/U/M 175 Watt Metal Halide Bulb – High-Intensity Lighting for Warehouses, Parking Lots, Commercial Spaces, and Industrial Applications

MH175/U/M 175 Watt Metal Halide Bulb (M57/E, Clear) – High-intensity discharge (HID) lighting for warehouses, parking lots, commercial buildings, gymnasiums, retail spaces, and industrial facilities. Metal halide bulbs produce bright, white light with excellent color rendering — making them ideal for spaces where visibility and color accuracy matter. This 175W metal halide lamp produces approximately 14,000–15,000 initial lumens of clear, neutral white light (4000K), providing powerful illumination for high-ceiling areas, outdoor security lighting, sports facilities, and large commercial spaces. The clear finish maximizes light output for applications where raw brightness is the priority. Metal halide technology offers superior color rendering (CRI 65–70) compared to standard high-pressure sodium, making colors appear more natural and vibrant — important for retail displays, automotive showrooms, and work environments where color distinction matters. Requires a compatible M57 ballast (magnetic or electronic) rated for 175W metal halide operation. Average lamp life of 10,000–15,000 hours provides reliable, long-lasting performance. Direct replacement for most 175W M57/E metal halide fixtures. Note: Allow 2–5 minutes warm-up time to reach full brightness and 10–20 minutes restrike time if power is interrupted while the lamp is hot.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Philips Lighting
MPN	MH175/U
SKU	58041
UPC	10252320276769
Lighting Technology	Metal Halide
Wattage	175 Watt
Color Temperature (Kelvin)	4000K Cool White
Initial Lumens	13,500 Lumens
Mean Lumens	9,100 Lumens
ANSI Type	M57/E
Bulb Shape	BD17
Base	E26 Medium Base
Operating Position	Universal
Start Method	Switch Start
Finish	Clear Bulb
Rated Life	10,000 Hours
CRI (Color Rendering Index)	65
Dimensions	2.1" Diameter x 5.4" MOL
Environment	Enclosed Fixture Rated