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Best ballast electronic
1. (10 Pack) Philips Advance ICN4P32N 120-277V 3 & 4 Lamp T8 Electronic Ballast
Feature
Electronic BallastT8
Multi Volt (120 Volt - 277 Volt)
Instant Start
Description
Electronic Ballast Runs (4-3) F17T8; (4-3) F25T8; (4-3) F32T8; (4-3) F32T8/ES-25W; (4-3) F32T8/ES-28W; (4-3) F32T8-30W; (3) F40T82. Keystone KTEB-1C22-1-TP-WS Circline (Electronic) Electronic Ballast 1 Lite 22W Small case With Sockets - 120V by Keystone Technologies
Feature
LIGHTINGDescription
1 x FC8T9 ; 120V Input ; Normal Power Factor ; Rapid Start ; Sound Rated: A ; Minimum Starting Temperature: 0F, -18C ; Maximum Case Temperature: 167F, 75C ; Meets FCC Part 18 (Class B) Consumer Limits ; Transient Protection Meets ANSI/IEEE C62.41 Cat. A ; Ballast Frequency for All Listed Lamps: 20KHz-33KHz, 40KHz-50KHz ; Lamp End-of-Life Protected^^Standard Lead Lengths ; Black: 12'' ; White: 12'' ; Blue: 9'' ; Red: 9''^^Lead wires are 18 AWG 105C/600V, solid copper3. ISU232T8HEMV (5P20214) - Fluorescent eBallast(s) for 2 F32T8 Linear Lamps, Instant Start, 120-277Vac, 50-60Hz, Normal Ballast Factor, HPF
Feature
Equivalent to Philips Advance IOP-2P32-SC, ICN-2P32-SC, Osram-Sylvania QHE2X32T8/UNVISN-SC, QTP2X32T8UNVISNSCEquivalent to Universal B232IUNVHE-A, General Electric GE232MAX-N/ULTRA, GE232-MV-N 120/277
Equivalent to Howard EP2/32IS/MV/SC/HE, Hatch HL232BIS/UV/HE/W
Anti-Striation, Inherent Surge Protection, Sound Rated A, Parallel Lamp Conncetion
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Description
ISU232T8HEMV (5P20214) - Fluorescent eBallast(s) for 2 F32T8 Linear Lamps, Instant Start, 120-277Vac, 50-60Hz, Normal Ballast Factor, HPF4. iPower 1000 Watt Digital Dimmable Electronic Ballast for HPS MH Grow Light
Feature
Support Dual Voltage Input 120V/240V; Dimmable Options: 50%, 75%, 100%; (8 Feet heavy-duty power cord included)High frequency output results in less power loss, 30% more lumens than magnetic ballasts for improved yields
Automatically converts between HPS and MH light bulbs by micro-chip programming; Fast lamp ignition by lighting up the bulbs within 1-2 mins max; Stable voltage output ensures flicker free light
Ultra-Safety: Protection against Short Circuit, Power Surge, Ignition Failure, Overheat, End-of Bulb-Life; Built-in cooling fan and graduating fin designed to minimize ballast temperature
Quality Assurance: CE certified and UL listed; Warranty: 2 years
Description
The iPower's high operating frequency not only ensures continuous power delivery, but also has conserving bulb life in mind. As efficient and powerful as the iPower is, its silent operation and light weight design adds to the maximum lumen any plant will ever need. This iPower Digital Ballast features:
- High power factor
- High luminous efficiency
- Adjustable wattage output
- Zero acoustic resonance
- Internal RF protection
- Internal Resin coating for long life
- Convertibility between HPS and MH lightbulbs
- Conveniently wired with standard hydroponic "S" plug
- Stable light output by constant lamp voltage, lamps will be flicker free.
- Anodized aluminum fins for maximized heat dissipation
- Sunlight Supply (Brand S) style output plug (Hydro farm fixtures will need BAASP adapters)
Each Ballast Comes with:
- 1x Dimmable digital ballast
- 1x Heavy duty power cord (a $10 value FREE from us)
- 1x Operating manual
Specifications:
- Operating Temperature: -40~ 65
- Operating Voltage Range: 100V ~ 265V
- Power Supply Frequency: 47 ~ 63 Hz
- Operating Frequency: 25~100 kHz
- Power Factor: > 0.99
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <10%
- Crest Factor: < 1.7
- Dimmable Power Levels: 50%, 75%, 100%
- Dimming Control: knob
Protections:
- Open & Short Circuit Protection
- Ignition Failure Protection
- Overheating Protection
- End-of-Bulb-Life Protection
5. ROBERTSON 3P20116 eBallast, Instant Start, NPF, 1 or 2 Lamp F32T8, 120Vac, 60 Hz, Model ISU232T8120 BA (Replaces Robertson 3P20003, Model ISU232T8120 /B)
Feature
Equivalent to: Philips-Advance REL-2P32SC, REB2P32SC; General Electric GE-232-120-N; Universal B232I120RH-A, B232I120RESA; Osram QT2X32T8120ISNSCEquivalent to: Keystone KTEB-232LBF-1-TP-PIC-EV; Aspen VE232120HIP, VE232120MIP; Howard E2/32IS/120SC; Sola E-758-F-232-SC
Parallel lamp connection, Encased and potted, Sound Rated A, Internal surge protection
Meets FCC Part 18 (Class B) consumer limits, Meets ANSI standard C82.11 for ballast requirements, Meets ANSI C62.41 for transient protection
Max case temp: 167F/75C, Max ambient temp: 104F/40C, Min starting temp: 0F/-18C, Lamp starts: >15,000. Remote Mounting: 18 ft., Rugged steel case
Description
Robertson 3P20116, Model ISU232T8120 Fluorescent Electronic Linear T8 Instant Start Ballast for 2 or 1 F32T8 lamps operation. Ballast also accepts 2/1 F32T8U, F28T8U, F25T8, F25T8U, F17T8 and F17T8U or 1 F40T8 lamps. Low profile housing and lightweight. High performance ballast for all general fluorescent applications. Dimensions 9.50 L x 1.16 W x 0.91 H and 8.94 M. Parallel lamp operation keeps the unit maintenance easier to manage, if one lamp fails others will stay on. Unit is thermally protected and features an internal surge protection. Sound rating of Class A. Normal ballast factor. Normal power factor. Meets FCC Part 18 (Class B) EMI and RFI consumer limits. Meets ANSI standard C82.11 for ballast requirements. Meets ANSI standard C62.41 for transient protection. UL/935 (Class P, Typ3 HL, Type 1 Outdoor) listed. cull (CSA C22.2) listed. ROHS Compliant. Maximum case temperature 167F/75C, Maximum ambient temperature 104F/40C. Minimum starting temperature 0F/-18C. Industry standards for safety and performance.6. Advance ICN-4P32-SC Electronic Fluorescent Ballast, 4 Lamp, 32W T8, 120/277V
Feature
Fluorescent BallastHigh Power Factor
120-277V
Instant Start Method
Description
Advance ICN-4P32-SC Electronic Fluorescent Ballast, 4 Lamp, 32W T8, 120/277V7. Apollo Horticulture APL1000 Hydroponic 1000 - Watt HPS MH Digital Dimmable Electronic Ballast
Feature
1000 Watt Ballast Adjustable at 100%, 75% and 50% for maximum efficiency, Up to 30% more lumens than magnetic ballasts for improved yields, Compatible w/ both MH and HPS bulbsCompatible w/ 120V and 240V power supplies (We include a 2 meter 120V chord), High frequency output results in less power loss (50/60Hz Frequency), 99% Power factor
Short circuit protection by automatic power shut off for ultimate safety, Fast lamp ignition by lighting up the bulbs within 1-2mins max, Stable light output by constant lamp voltage, lamps will be flicker free
Built in cooling fan and Graduating fin design to minimize ballast temperature, Light weight (Under 10lbs), CE certified and ETL listed. Each Unit Includes a 3 year Warranty
Package Includes: 1 - 1000 Watt Ballast / 1 - 120 Volt Power Chord / 1 - Pamphlet
Description
Proud to present our new and improved dimmable digital ballast perfect for plant cultivation in the new regal purple color. 1000Watt Ballast Adjustable at 100%, 75% and 50% for maximum efficiency Up to 30% more lumens than magnetic ballasts for improved yields Compatible w/ both MH and HPS bulbs Compatible w/ 120V and 240V power supplies (We include a 2 meter 120V cord) Helps lamps burn brighter and longer High frequency output results in less power loss (50/60Hz Frequency) 99% Power factor Replaceable outset fuse by input terminal for short circuit protection Short circuit protection by automatic power shut off for ultimate safety Fast lamp ignition by lighting up the bulbs within 1-2mins max Stable light output by constant lamp voltage, lamps will be flicker free Internal heat and radio frequency shielding to protect critical components Built in cooling fan and Graduating fin design to minimize ballast temperature Light weight (Under 10lbs) 3 year Warranty directly thru us for your convenience! CE certified and ETL listedDisclaimer-Apollo Horticulture products are for professional use and are to be used in a green house environment with proper ventilation only. Use of our products in any other environment such as apartments, community housing, or small enclosed spaces is not recommended and may create a potential fire hazard. By purchasing our products, you agree to the recommended use and release all liability of Apollo Horticulture and respective agents for any misuse of the products.
8. Philips Advance ICN4P32N 120-277V 4 Lamp T8 Electronic Ballast
Feature
10 PackLamp Striation Reduction Technology
Allows for additional energy savins by being compatible with all energy saving T8 lamps
IntelliVolt? Technology - 120-277V
Operates 3 or 4 32WT8 Lamps
Description
(10 Pack) Philips Advance ICN4P32N 120-277V 4 Lamp T8 Electronic Ballast9. Sunpark 26120 - SL26T T9 Fluorescent Ballast
Feature
Sunpark Electronic Ballast SL26TSunpark Ballast
Compact, Includes 2 wire leads and 4 pin sockets
Description
Sunpark Electronic Ballast SL26T10. ROBERTSON 2P20116 Quik-Pak of 10 eBallasts, Instant Start, NPF, 1 or 2 Lamp F32T8, 120Vac, 60 Hz, Model ISU232T8120 BA (Replaces Robertson 2P20003, Model ISU232T8120 /B)
Feature
Equivalent to: Philips-Advance REL-2P32SC, REB2P32SC; Howard E2/32IS/120SC; Sola E-758-F-232-SCEquivalent to: General Electric GE-232-120-N; Universal B232I120RH-A, B232I120RESA, VE232120MIP
Equivalent to: Osram QT2X32T8120ISNSC; Keystone KTEB-232LBF-1-TP-PIC-EV; Espen VE232120HIP
Save 36% and order the OEM-Pak of 20 with ROBERTSON 1P20116 ISU232T8120 BA
Commerical grade. Two year warranty. Go to RobertsonDirect.com for complete technical data.
