Description
At a glance
This is your go-to ballast when you need smooth starts, long lamp life, and install-anywhere flexibility.
Operating on 120–277V, this electronic ballast supports a wide range of CFL types — from PL42s to 2Ds — and brings program start performance to reduce wear and extend lifespan. Whether you’re doing a retrofit or spec’ing new construction, it’s efficient, reliable, and built to handle tough environments (down to -30°C).
Bonus: It’s ultra-quiet, thermally protected, and ICES-005 compliant for commercial-grade peace of mind.
✅ You need this if:
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You’re running PL42, PL32, PL26, PL40, or 2D CFLs
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You want a controlled program start for longer lamp life
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You’re working on a 120–277V system (no guesswork needed)
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You need cold-start capability for unheated spaces
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You want a ballast that’s RoHS compliant, cULus listed, and dead quiet (Sound Rating A)
❌ You don’t need this if:
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You’re using LED or linear fluorescent tubes (this is for CFLs)
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You want instant start or dimmable functionality
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You don’t feel like checking lamp compatibility (scroll down — it’s easy)
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You think “return it if it doesn’t work” applies — not after install, it doesn’t
📊 Technical Specs
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Type: Electronic, Program Start
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Voltage: 120–277V
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Lamp Connection: Series
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Frequency: 50/60 Hz
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Max Case Temp: 90°C
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Power Factor: >0.97
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THD: <20%
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OCV: 550V
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Thermal Protection: Class P
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Certifications: cULus, RoHS, ICES-005 Class A
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Warranty: 5-Year Limited
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Sound Rating: A
💡 Lamp Compatibility & Performance:
Lamp Type | # of Lamps | Wattage | Start Temp (°C/°F) | Power (W) | Input Current (A) | Ballast Factor | THD | PF |
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PL42/TTT | 2 | 42W | -30°C / -22°F | 88W | 0.72 | 0.92 | 10 | 0.99 |
PL26/TTT | 2 | 26W | -30°C / -22°F | 56W | 0.46 | 1.07 | 10 | 0.98 |
PL40/TTL | 2 | 40W | -30°C / -22°F | 79W | 0.66 | 0.85 | 10 | 0.99 |
PL57/TTT | 1 | 57W | -30°C / -22°F | 60W | 0.49 | 0.95 | 10 | 0.99 |
PL32/TTT | 1 | 32W | -30°C / -22°F | 35W | 0.30 | 0.99 | 20 | 0.98 |
2D (38W) | 1 | 38W | -30°C / -22°F | 40W | 0.34 | 0.89 | 20 | 0.98 |
🔧 Installation Notes:
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Works with multiple compact fluorescent types
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Universal voltage makes it retrofit-friendly
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Starts in cold — great for outdoor, unheated, or seasonal installs
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Mount it, wire it, and move on with your day
⚠️ Important Notice:
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Double-check your lamp and fixture compatibility
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Installed ballasts cannot be returned
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Follow electrical codes and sanity — always