Description
PHILIPS TForce Core LED road 26W 740 E27 MV
The TForce Core LED road 26W 740 E27 MV is a direct-mains LED replacement for HID SON-T street lamps. With 4,500 lm output at 173 lm/W efficacy, 4000K Cool White (CW) light and a 300° omni-directional beam, this lamp is engineered to replace the SON-T 70 W on existing E27 / E40 street-lighting luminaires without changing the reflector or optical system.
Plug-and-play installation: simply bypass the existing ballast, ignitor and capacitor, then connect the lamp to 220-240V mains. IP65 lamp body, 2 kV surge protection and 25,000-hour L70B50 lifetime deliver up to 63% energy savings over conventional SON-T systems.
12NC: 929004341402
4,500 lm
4000K Cool White (CW)
E27 Cap
173 lm/W
Replaces SON-T 70 W
IP65
25,000 hr
Product Details
- 12NC (Material No.)
- 929004341402
- Description
- TForce Core LED road 26W 740 E27 MV
- Power (Nominal)
- 26W
- Luminous Flux
- 4,500 lm
- Color Temperature (CCT)
- 4000K (Cool White (CW))
- Color Code
- 740
- Cap-Base
- E27
- Replaces (HID Equivalent)
- SON-T 70 W
- CRI
- 70
- Beam Angle
- 300° (Omni-directional)
- Lifetime
- 25,000 h
- Switching Cycle
- 50,000X
- Surge Protection
- 2 kV
- Net Weight
- 100 g
- Size (L × Ø)
- 210 x 38 mm
Installation & Wiring
The TForce Core LED road 26W 740 E27 MV operates on direct mains 220-240V. For retrofit, the existing electromagnetic (EM) ballast, ignitor and compensation capacitor must be disconnected and bypassed. The product is not compatible with electronic gear or EM gear — connecting to either will damage the lamp and void the warranty.
Installation Steps
- Switch off the power supply at the mains breaker before commencing work.
- Open the luminaire housing and locate the existing ballast, ignitor and capacitor.
- Disconnect (bypass) the ballast, ignitor and compensation capacitor from the circuit.
- Wire the lamp holder directly to the 220-240V mains supply (line + neutral).
- Insert the 26W TForce Core LED road 26W 740 E27 MV into the E27 lamp holder.
- Restore power and verify ignition. The lamp reaches 60% light output in 0.5 s.
SAFETY: Always switch off the mains power before commencing work. Installation must be performed by a qualified professional electrician in accordance with local wiring regulations. Do not use the product in open luminaires or emergency/explosion-proof luminaires.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Specifications — TForce Core LED road 26W 740 E27 MV | |
|---|---|
| Optical / Light Technical | |
| Luminous Flux (Nom) | 4,500 lm |
| Luminous Efficacy (rated) | 173 lm/W |
| Correlated Color Temperature | 4000K (Cool White (CW)) |
| Color Code | 740 |
| Color Designation | Cool White (CW) |
| Color Rendering Index (CRI) | 70 |
| Color Consistency (SDCM) | < 6 |
| Beam Angle (Nom) | 300° (Omni-directional) |
| LLMF at End of Nominal Life | 70 % |
| Electrical | |
| Power Consumption (Nom) | 26W |
| Wattage Equivalent (HID) | SON-T 70 W |
| Voltage (Nom) | 220-240V |
| Input Frequency | 50-60Hz |
| Power Factor | 0.9 |
| Inrush Current at Mains | 11.68 A |
| Starting Time (Nom) | 0.5 s |
| Warm-up Time to 60% Light | 0.5 s |
| Surge Protection | 2 kV |
| Switching Cycle | 50,000X |
| Max Lamps on MCB (B 10A, Mains) | 73 |
| Max Lamps on MCB (B 16A, Mains) | 117 |
| Dimmable | No (Non-Dimmable) |
| Mechanical & Environmental | |
| Cap-Base | E27 |
| Bulb Shape | Tubular |
| Bulb Finish | Clear |
| Bulb Material | Glass |
| Overall Length (C max) | 210 mm |
| Diameter (D max) | 38 mm mm |
| Net Weight (per piece) | 100 g |
| IP Rating (Lamp Body) | IP65 |
| T-Case Maximum (Nom) | 36.6 °C |
| Ambient Temperature Range | -30 to +45 °C |
| Can Be Used in Closed Luminaires | Yes |
| Lifetime, Compliance & Ordering | |
| Nominal Lifetime | 25,000 h |
| Warranty Period | 3 years |
| Energy Efficiency Class | C |
| Energy Consumption kWh/1000 h | 26 kWh |
| EAN / UPC (Product) | 8721103129383 |
| EPREL Registration Number | 2457100 |
| CE Mark | Yes |
| EU RoHS Compliant | Yes |
| Material Nr. (12NC) | 929004341402 |
| Order Code | 929004341402 |
Physical Dimensions
Overall length (C max) and diameter (D max) for all TrueForce Core LED Road SKUs. The current SKU is highlighted.
| 12NC | Description | L × Ø (C max × D max) |
|---|---|---|
| 17W Family | ||
| 929002484802 | TForce Core LED road 17W 730 E27 MV | 170 x 38 mm |
| 929002484902 | TForce Core LED road 17W 740 E27 MV | 170 x 38 mm |
| 26W Family | ||
| 929004341302 | TForce Core LED road 26W 730 E27 MV | 210 x 38 mm |
| 929004341402 | TForce Core LED road 26W 740 E27 MV | 210 x 38 mm |
| 40W Family | ||
| 929002485202 | TForce Core LED road 40W 730 E40 MV | 225 x 46 mm |
| 929002485302 | TForce Core LED road 40W 740 E40 MV | 225 x 46 mm |
Product Gallery
Official PHILIPS TrueForce Core LED Road product imagery and real installation reference — all photos courtesy of the official 2026 PHILIPS product brochure and Technical Application Guide.
17W / 26W / 40W Family Lineup
Three power tiers covering SON-T 50W to 100W replacement
26W Tubular E27 (Replaces SON-T 70W)
Tubular form-factor with E27 base — direct HID replacement
17W T-shape E27 (Replaces SON-T PIA 50W)
T-shape compact design with omni-directional LED filament
Outdoor Street Lighting Application
Proven performance in cold-climate road lighting installations
Complete Product Lineup
All six TrueForce Core LED Road SKUs in the series. The current SKU is highlighted. Click any description to open the dedicated product page.
| 12NC (Material No.) | Description | CCT | Cap | Lumen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17W Family | ||||
| 929002484802 | TForce Core LED road 17W 730 E27 MV | 3000K | E27 | 2,800 lm |
| 929002484902 | TForce Core LED road 17W 740 E27 MV | 4000K | E27 | 3,000 lm |
| 26W Family | ||||
| 929004341302 | TForce Core LED road 26W 730 E27 MV | 3000K | E27 | 4,200 lm |
| 929004341402 | TForce Core LED road 26W 740 E27 MV | 4000K | E27 | 4,500 lm |
| 40W Family | ||||
| 929002485202 | TForce Core LED road 40W 730 E40 MV | 3000K | E40 | 7,200 lm |
| 929002485302 | TForce Core LED road 40W 740 E40 MV | 4000K | E40 | 7,500 lm |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What HID lamp does this SKU replace?
This SKU is designed as a direct-mains LED replacement for HID SON-T street lamps. The 17W models replace SON-T PIA 50W, the 26W models replace SON-T 70W, and the 40W models replace SON-T 100W. The same lamp size and bat-wing light distribution are preserved, so the existing luminaire and reflector can be reused.
Can I install this lamp on the existing ballast and ignitor?
No. The TrueForce Core LED Road operates on direct mains 220-240V only. The existing electromagnetic (EM) ballast, ignitor and compensation capacitor must be disconnected and bypassed. Direct connection to mains is the recommended installation method. The product is not compatible with electronic gear or EM gear.
Is this SKU suitable for outdoor street lighting?
Yes. The lamp body meets IP65 requirements. For outdoor applications, the host luminaire must also provide suitable IP protection. Operating ambient temperature range is -20 to +45 °C for the 40W models, -30 to +45 °C for the 26W models, and -40 to +50 °C for the 17W models.
