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Specifiers Reference

Project Type Model No.

Comments

L2300008

11/06/12 © Philips Emergency Lighting

P.O. Box 460 Collierville, TN USA 38027-0460

Sales 800-223-5728 FAX 901-853-5009

Tech. Support 888-263-4638

www.philips.com/bodine

UL LISTED FOR US AND CANADA

Factory or Field Installation

(Indoor and Damp)

Illumination Time

90 Minutes

Initial Light Output

Up to 1400 Lumens

Full Warranty

5 Years (NOT pro-rata)

Voltage

120 Through 277 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz

AC Input Current

55 mA

AC Input Power Rating

5.0 Watts

Test Switch

Single Pole

Battery

High-Temperature, Maintenance-Free

Nickel-Cadmium Battery

7- to 10-Year Life Expectancy

Battery Charging Current

300 mA

Recharge Time

24 Hours

Charging Indicator Light

LED

Temperature Rating (Ambient)

0°C to +50°C

(32°F to 122°F)

Dimensions

13.3” x 2.4” x 1.5”

(339 mm x 60 mm x 38 mm)

Mounting Center 12.8” (325 mm)

Weight

3.5 lbs. (1.59 kg)

Product Summary

13.3”

2.4"

1.5"

B50

EMERGENCY LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

APPLICATION

The B50 emergency ballast works in conjunction with an AC ballast to convert new

or existing fluorescent fixtures into emergency lighting. The emergency ballast handles a wide

range of input voltages and frequencies and consists of a high-temperature nickel-cadmium

battery, charger and electronic circuitry in one compact red case. The B50 can be used with most

17 - 215 W (2’ - 8’) T8, T9, T10 or T12 fluorescent lamps without integral starters, including

U-shaped, HO, VHO, circline and energy-saving, and (4-pin) long compacts. One- or two-

lamp operation may be selected (see Table 1). It is also compatible with most single- and

multi-lamp electronic and dimming AC ballasts. If used in an emergency-only fixture, no AC ballast is

necessary. The B50 is suitable for indoor and damp locations and for sealed & gasketed fixtures,

including fixtures rated for wet locations. It is not suitable for air handling heated air outlets or wet or

hazardous locations. For information about specific lamp and ballast compatibility, please call the

factory. Recommended applications include: international line voltages from 120 through 277 VAC

(50 or 60 Hz); drilling rigs where generators are the primary source of power; and other applications

requiring higher tolerance of line voltage variation or harmonic distortion.

OPERATION

When AC power fails, the B50 immediately switches to the emergency mode, operating either one or

two lamps at a reduced lumen output for a minimum of 90 minutes. When the AC power is restored,

the emergency ballast automatically returns to the charging mode and, using a patented circuit,

delays AC ballast operation for approximately three seconds to prevent false tripping of the AC

ballast end-of-lamp-life shutdown circuits.

INSTALLATION

The B50 does not affect normal fixture operation and may be used with either a switched or

unswitched fixture. If a switched fixture is used, an unswitched hot lead must be connected to the

emergency ballast. The emergency ballast must be fed from the same branch circuit as the AC ballast.

The B50 may be installed inside, on top of or remote from the fixture. The emergency ballast may

be remotely installed up to half the distance the AC ballast manufacturer recommends remoting the

AC ballast from the lamp or up to 50 feet, whichever is less. Installation is not recommended with

fixtures where the ambient temperature may fall below 0°C.

UL AND CODE COMPLIANCE

The B50 has been tested by Underwriters Laboratories in accordance with the standards set forth

in UL 924, “Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment,” and CSA C22.2 No. 141, “Emergency

Lighting Equipment.” The B50 is UL Listed for factory or field installation. Emergency illumination

time exceeds the National Electrical Code (NEC), Life Safety Code (NFPA–LSC) and UL 90-minute

requirements.

One- or two-lamp operation;

Universal input voltage:

120 through 277 VAC, 50/60 Hz;

End-of-lamp-life compatible

B50

EMERGENCY LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

A Division Of Philips Electronics North America Corporation

Replaces models B50U & BDL500

L2300008

11/06/12 © Philips Emergency Lighting

P.O. Box 460 Collierville, TN USA 38027-0460

Sales 800-223-5728 FAX 901-853-5009

Tech. Support 888-263-4638

www.philips.com/bodine

Table 1 - Lamp Compatibility

LAMP

DIAMETER

BASE WATTAGE

(Length)

NO. of LAMPS

(EMERGENCY)

1", 1¼", 1½"

T8, T9, T10, T12

Single or

Bipin

17-40 W (2'-4')

1

2

40-215 W (5'-8') 1

Long Compact 4-pin (2G11 18-55 W 1

Table 2 - Initial Lumen Output

LAMP LUMENS

1 Lamp 2 Lamps

FO25, FBO24 T8 1250 1100

FO32, FBO31 T8 1350 1350

FO96 T8 1400

FO17, FBO16 1050 950

F40T12, F40/U 1100 1100

F48T12/HO 1200

F96T12, HO, VHO 1100

F39/36BX, PL-L 36W, Dulux L 39W 1100 1100

F28 2D/4P 1100 1100

F38 2D/4P 1000 1100

F27/24BX, PL-L 24W, Dulux L 27W 1000

F40T12/ES (34 W) 975 975

PL-L 40W, F40/30BX, F50BX,

PL-L 50W, Dulux L 55W 900

For the most current technical information and notices, please visit TechNotes on our website.

EMERGENCY ILLUMINATION

Depending on the number (one or two), wattage and type of lamps selected, the B50 produces up

to 1400 lumens initial emergency light output (see Table 2). If two-lamp operation is selected, light

output is evenly divided between the lamps for better distribution of emergency illumination.

SPECIFICATION

Emergency lighting shall be provided by using a standard fluorescent fixture equipped with a

Philips Bodine B50 emergency ballast. This emergency ballast shall consist of a high-temperature,

maintenance-free nickel-cadmium battery, charger and electronic circuitry contained in one 13 3/8”

x 2 3/8” x 1 1/2” red metal case. A solid-state charging indicator light to monitor the charger

and battery, a single-pole test switch and installation hardware shall be provided. The emergency

ballast, using a patented circuit, shall delay AC ballast operation for approximately three seconds to

prevent false tripping of AC ballast end-of-lamp-life shutdown circuits. The emergency ballast shall be

capable of operating [one or two] ________ fluorescent lamp(s) (see Table 1) at _________

lumens (see Table 2) initial light output in the emergency mode for a minimum of 90 minutes. It shall

be suitable for indoor and damp locations and for sealed & gasketed fixtures, including fixtures rated

for wet locations. The B50 shall operate at any line voltage from 120 through 277 VAC at frequencies

of 50 or 60 Hz. The B50 shall have 5.0 Watts of input power and a 24 Watt-hour battery capacity

and shall exceed emergency standards set forth by the current NEC and CEC. The emergency ballast

shall be UL Listed for installation inside, on top of or remote from the fixture and shall be warranted

for a full five years from date of purchase.

WARRANTY

Model B50 is warranted for five (5) full years from date of purchase. This warranty covers only

properly installed Philips Bodine emergency ballasts used under normal conditions. For the

warranty period, Philips Emergency Lighting will, at its option, repair or replace without charge a

defective emergency ballast, provided it is returned to the factory transportation prepaid and our

inspection determines it to be defective under terms of the warranty. Repair or replacement, as stated

above, shall constitute the purchaser’s exclusive warranty, which does not extend to transportation,

installation, labor or any other charges; nor does it apply to any equipment of another manufacturer

used in conjunction with the emergency ballast.

B50

EMERGENCY LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

One- or two-lamp operation;

Universal input voltage:

120 through 277 VAC, 50/60 Hz;

End-of-lamp-life compatible

Replaces models B50U & BDL500