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GE BALLAST
PRODUCTS
CATALOG

FEATURING:

TRANSFORMING
THE

POWER OF
LIGHT ™

TM
ULTRA
ELECTRONIC
BALLASTS

GE BALLAST PRODUCTS CATALOG

FEATURING

U L T R AMAX

™

ELECTRONIC BALLAST

Breakthrough technology that dramatically
improves efficiency, simplifies installation
and delivers optimal lamp performance.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Electronic Ballasts Featuring
New UltraMax™ Technology
Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
UltraMaxTM Electronic Ballasts Overview . . . . . . .1-2
UltraMaxTM System Performance Matrix . . . . . .1-7
UltraMaxTM Ordering Guide and System Wattage 1-8
Additional Electronic Ballast Overview . . . . . . . .1-9
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14
Ballast Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-18
F17T8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-20
F25T8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-21
F28T8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-22
F32T8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-23
F40T8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-28
F96T8 Slimline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-29
T8HO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-30
T5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-31
T10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-32
T12 Rapid Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-33
T12 Slimline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-36
T12HO High Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-37
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-38
Dimming Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-40
Dimming Application and Operating Information 1-41
Dimming Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-42
Dimming Controls Cross Reference . . . . . . . .1-43
Dimming T8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-44
Dimming Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-46

Fluorescent Electromagnetic Ballasts
Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Application and Operation Information . . . . . . . .2-4
Typical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
Lead Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
F40T12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
F40T10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
T12 High Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
T12 Very High Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
F96PG17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
F96T12 Very High Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
T12 Slimline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
Circline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18
Preheat and Trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19
Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21
Export . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23
Sign Illuminating Ballasts
Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Application and Operation Information . . . . . . . .3-2
High Output Sign Ballasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
Lead Length & Ballast Footage . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Compact Fluorescent Ballasts
Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Understanding Compact Fluorescent Technology .4-3
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

Understanding Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Twin/Quad Lamps 5-13 Watts . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
Twin/Quad/Multiple Lamps 13-26 Watts . . . . . .4-7
Multiple Lamps 32-70 Watts . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
2D Lamps 10-38 Watts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
T5 Circular Lamps 22-40 Watts . . . . . . . . . .4-11
T5 Long Twin Lamps 24-96 Watts . . . . . . . . .4-12
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Ballasts
Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Application and Operation Information . . . . . . . .5-5
Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11
Distributor Replacement Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
Core and Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14
Metal Halide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14
Pulse Start Metal Halide . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-19
High Pressure Sodium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22
Mercury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-26
F-Can Ballasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-27
HID Controls/Part Numbers & Accessories . . .5-29
Ignitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-31
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-32

Glossary
Warranty

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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

COMPREHENSIVE RANGE
OF SOLUTIONS ...
FROM THE NAME YOU TRUST

GE introduced the first
fluorescent ballast more than
60 years ago. Today we are
providing high frequency
electronic ballasts for almost
every fluorescent application.

PRODUCT
OVERVIEW

A

With our UltraMaxTM Ballasts, we are bringing you the future in
ballast performance.
GE revolutionizes lighting again with new, breakthrough technology.
Our patented UltraMax™ electronic ballasts transform the power of
light into efficiency and savings from store shelves to the installation
site. It all starts with UltraMax's Multi-Voltage Control (MVC), which
automatically adjusts to handle voltage from 120V through 277V.
That cuts the ballast models you need to stock from 40 down to 13,
which can dramatically reduce inventory carrying costs. UltraMax™
ballasts have ArcGuard Protection, too, with a UL Type CC Anti-Arc
Rating. Plus, they’re ultra lamp friendly, with an industry low Lamp
Current Crest Factor of 1.4 for optimal lamp performance. And the
small, low-profile design of the UltraMax™ ballasts makes retrofits
effortless at the job site.

GE offers electronic ballasts for a wide range of applications.

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

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U L T R A MAX

U L T R A MAX
ELECTRONIC BALLAST

High efficiency delivers up to 40%
energy savings.
Ballasts are the new frontier of energy efficiency. Systems combining UltraMaxTM electronic ballasts and T8/WM lamps can deliver up to 40%
energy savings over standard electromagnetically
ballasted T12 systems. Since energy costs are typically 80% of the overall cost of light, a more efficient system can pay for itself in a very short time
and provide an excellent return on investment.
UltraMaxTM is ultra lamp friendly.
With an industry low lamp current crest factor
(LCCF) of 1.4, UltraMaxTM ensures optimal lamp
operation and maximum lamp life, which can save
on lamp and maintenance costs.
COMPARE THE ENERGY USE
OF A THREE LAMP FIXTURE

117
watts

1 STANDARD T12/WM SYSTEM
2 STANDARD ELECTRONIC
T8 SYSTEM
3 ULTRAMAXTM L SYSTEM
WITH GE T8 WATT-MISER

1-2

1

87
watts

2

ELECTRONIC BALLAST

Fully parallel independent lamp
operation makes system easier to
maintain.
If one lamp fails, all the others in the system
stay lit. That means system maintenance is easier
to manage.
UltraMaxTM is ultra-cool.
UltraMax’s high efficiency design results in
ultra-cool operation that can provide additional
AC energy savings, especially during peak demand
periods.
A big idea in a small package.
The UltraMaxTM housing is smaller, lower-profile and lightweight. That can be a big help in
retrofits. It also means future fixture designs can
be more compact and streamlined.
Every unit is tested and proven before
it’s shipped.
GE does 100% burn-in on every UltraMaxTM
ballast using our extreme open/short test, which
simulates undesirable and harsh-use situations, so
you are assured of a system you can rely on right
out of the box.
GE Six Sigma quality backed
by a full 5-year warranty.
UltraMaxTM is designed by GE’s expert engineers and custom-manufactured to our exacting
Six Sigma specifications, all backed by a full 5-year
warranty.

68
watts
3

transforming the power of light ™

L

The Low watt option for Max energy savings.
With a ballast factor of .77, the
L line is the most energy efficient choice.
It provides adequate illumination for most
applications. For 1, 2, 3, and 4 T8 lamps in 2’,
3’, and 4’ lengths.
U L T R AMAX

ELECTRONIC BALLAST

ELECTRONIC BALLAST

H

The choice for High light
output.
With a ballast factor of 1.15,
UltraMaxTM H delivers the most
lumens for maximum light
or when you want more
savings using fewer lamps.
This is the first highefficiency high-light
output line for 2, 3
and 4 T8 lamps.

UltraMax™ electronic
ballasts have 5% more
energy efficiency than
standard electronic
ballasts. When
combined with
GE T8 WattMiser® lamps,
it means up
to 40% in
energy savings.

UltraMaxTM

ballasts perform.

L

.77 4389 48

91

N

.87 4959 53

94

1.15 6555 73

90

N

The Normal light option balances efficiency
and illumination. The most-used type
of ballast, the N line saves energy without
sacrificing lumens. A ballast factor of .87
meets most application needs. For 1, 2, 3,
and 4 T8 lamps in 2', 3', 4', and 8'
lengths.
U L T R AMAX

See for
yourself
how different

LUMENS PER
WATT

Anti-Striation Control for better light
quality, with no striations.
UltraMaxTM is the only line of T8 ballasts with
Anti-Striation Control. This advanced technology
eliminates the maintenance issues caused by striating lamps, often referred to as spiraling or
swirling. This provides a flicker- and worry-free
environment.

ULTRAMAXTM
ELECTRONIC
BALLASTS

U L T R AMAX

*INPUT
WATTS

UltraMaxTM is the only full line of
T8 ballasts with a UL Type CC Anti-Arc
Rating.
UL Type CC Rating is a stringent designation
of protection against arcing in electrical devices.
GE’s Arc-Guard design eliminates the damaging
effects arcing can have on lamps, ballasts and
sockets.

A FULL FAMILY OF HIGH
EFFICIENCY MULTI-VOLTAGE
BALLASTS FOR ALL T8
APPLICATIONS.

(2850 Lumens/Lamp)

Multi-Voltage technology means a single
UltraMaxTM model handles voltage from
120 through 277.
UltraMaxTM Ballasts can virtually “read’’ the
incoming voltage and adapt automatically to any
voltage from 108V to 305V. The benefits of MultiVoltage Control (MVC) are obvious:
• Fewer models handle more jobs, eliminating
inventory hassles.
• MVC simplifies installation and eliminates
guesswork at the job site.
• MVC compensates for incoming voltage
fluctuations or variations from unreliable
power.

Active Current Regulation (ACR)
technology is a patented advantage.
UltraMax’s patented ACR modular design
means individual inverter modules regulate the
output current to each lamp. So, unlike conventional ballasts, if one lamp fails, the remaining
lamps are not forced to operate at a higher current. This ensures optimal lamp performance.

H

*SYSTEM
LUMENS

GE revolutionizes lighting again with
new, breakthrough technology.
In the GE labs, our engineers have developed
a new breed of ballasts to make lighting systems
that save more energy, are more adaptable, and
deliver optimal lamp performance. The innovative,
patented technology in our new UltraMaxTM electronic ballasts exceeds expectations, and is like
nothing else available.

BALLAST
FACTOR

ULTRAMAXTM
ELECTRONIC
BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC BALLAST

* For a 2-Lamp F32T8 System at 277V

Safety
• No PCBs
• UL Listed
- Class P, Type 1
- Type CC
- Type HL (Hazardous
Location)

Application Information
• Minimum Starting
Temperature: 0°F, -18°C
• Maximum Ambient
Temperature: 105°F, 40°C
• Sound Rated A
• Remote Mounting:
18' maximum lead length, 18
AWG
• High Frequency Lamp
Operation: Above 60 kHz
Physical Parameters
(Except for the 4H model)
Length: 9.50 in.
Width: 1.70 in.
Height: 1.2 in.
Weight: 1.4 lbs.

Applications:
Offices
Retail
Schools
Universities

Plants
Hotels
Warehouses
Hospitals

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

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U L T R A MAX

U L T R A MAX

ELECTRONIC BALLAST

ELECTRONIC BALLAST

A SMALLER, LOWER PROFILE DESIGN
IS A BIG IDEA FOR EFFICIENT
INSTALLATION.

B
It’s easy to see how smaller, lower-profile
UltraMaxTM ballasts make even the toughest
retrofits into easy fits.

ULTRAMAXTM
ELECTRONIC
BALLASTS

WHEN YOU
WANT LIGHTING
DONE RIGHT,
START WITH GE.

PHYSICAL
DIMENSIONS
For Ballast types
L, N and H (except 4H)

W
NE

OVERALL
DIMENSIONS
A (length)
8.375 in.
(21.273 cm)
B (width)
1.25 in.
(3.175 cm)

D

A

C (height)
1.125 in.
(2.858 cm)
MOUNTING
DIMENSIONS

Up to 40% in
energy savings

13 models can
replace more than
40 conventional
electronic ballasts
One patented GE
ballast handles
120V through
277V

D (length)
8.875 in.
(22.54 cm)
E (width)
1.4375 in.
(3.651 cm)
WEIGHT
RANGE

C

E

1.00 to 1.50 lbs.
(0.454 to 0.6804 kg.)

TRANSFORMING

POWER OF

THE

LIGHT™

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transforming the power of light ™

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

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U L T R A MAX

U L T R A MAX

ELECTRONIC BALLAST

ELECTRONIC BALLAST

CHOOSING THE RIGHT BALLAST IS SIMPLE.

SYSTEM PERFORMANCE COMPARISON MATRIX

The easy-to-understand model numbering system helps you choose and install the right model.
Instructions and wiring diagrams on each ballast label help assure a correct installation the first time.

Compare the overall performance of a GE UltraMaxTM system to conventional lamp and ballast systems.
Lamps

Electronic Ballasts

Electromagnetic Ballasts

ULTRAMAXTM
ELECTRONIC
BALLASTS

2-Lamp System
Performance
4' Fluorescent

TOTAL PERFORMANCE SYSTEM™ WARRANTY

Electromagnetic E.S.

Rapid Start

Low Power (L)

Normal

UltraMaxTM L

UltraMaxTM N

UltraMaxTM H

Watt-Miser T12 (CW)

Watts: 74
BF: 0.90
Light: 100%
RLPW: 100%

Watts: 64
BF: 0.86
Light: 96%
RLPW: 110%

Not Available

Not Available

Not Available

Not Available

Not Available

F32T8 & F32T8/XL (SP)

Watts: 69
BF: 0.88
Light: 116%
RLPW: 125%

Watts: 63
BF: 0.88
Light: 116%
RLPW: 137%

Watts: 51
BF: 0.78
Light: 103%
RLPW: 149%

Watts: 58
BF: 0.88
Light: 116%
RLPW: 148%

Watts: 48
BF: 0.77
Light: 102%
RLPW: 157%

Watts: 53
BF: 0.87
Light: 115%
RLPW: 160%

Watts: 73
BF: 1.15
Light: 152%
RLPW: 154%

F32T8/WM ULTRA & XL (SP)

Not
Recommended

Not
Recommended

Watts: 48
BF: 0.78
Light: 102%
RLPW: 157%

Watts: 54
BF: 0.88
Light: 115%
RLPW: 157%

Watts: 46
BF: 0.77
Light: 100%
RLPW: 161%

Watts: 52
BF: 0.87
Light: 113%
RLPW: 161%

Watts: 70
BF: 1.15
Light: 150%
RLPW: 158%

Electromagnetic E.S.

Rapid Start

Low Power (L)

Normal

UltraMaxTM L

UltraMaxTM N

UltraMaxTM H

Watt-Miser T12 (CW)

Watts: 117
BF: 0.91
Light: 100%
RLPW: 100%

Watts: 93
BF: 0.86
Light: 95%
RLPW: 119%

Not Available

Not Available

Not Available

Not Available

Not Available

F32T8 & F32T8/XL (SP)

Watts: 105
BF: 0.88
Light: 115%
RLPW: 128%

Watts: 93
BF: 0.88
Light: 115%
RLPW: 145%

Watts: 77
BF: 0.78
Light: 102%
RLPW: 155%

Watts: 87
BF: 0.88
Light: 115%
RLPW: 155%

Watts: 72
BF: 0.77
Light: 101%
RLPW: 163%

Watts: 80
BF: 0.87
Light: 114%
RLPW: 166%

Watts: 109
BF: 1.15
Light: 150%
RLPW: 161%

F32T8/WM ULTRA & XL (SP)

Not
Recommended

Not
Recommended

Watts: 72
BF: 0.78
Light: 101%
RLPW: 163%

Watts: 81
BF: 0.88
Light: 113%
RLPW: 164%

Watts: 68
BF: 0.77
Light: 99%
RLPW: 171%

Watts: 77
BF: 0.87
Light: 112%
RLPW: 170%

Watts: 104
BF: 1.15
Light: 148%
RLPW: 167%

Electromagnetic E.S.

Rapid Start

Low Power (L)

Normal

UltraMaxTM L

UltraMaxTM N

UltraMaxTM H

Watt-Miser T12 (CW)

Watts: 148
BF: 0.90
Light: 100%
RLPW: 100%

Watts: 128
BF: 0.86
Light: 96%
RLPW: 110%

Not Available

Not Available

Not Available

Not Available

Not Available

F32T8 & F32T8/XL (SP)

Watts: 138
BF: 0.88
Light: 116%
RLPW: 125%

Watts: 120
BF: 0.88
Light: 116%
RLPW: 143%

Watts: 100
BF: 0.78
Light: 103%
RLPW: 152%

Watts: 114
BF: 0.88
Light: 116%
RLPW: 151%

Watts: 96
BF: 0.77
Light: 102%
RLPW: 158%

Watts: 107
BF: 0.87
Light: 115%
RLPW: 159%

TBD

F32T8/WM ULTRA & XL (SP)

Not
Recommended

Not
Recommended

Watts: 95
BF: 0.78
Light: 102%
RLPW: 158%

Watts: 107
BF: 0.88
Light: 115%
RLPW: 159%

Watts: 91
BF: 0.77
Light: 100%
RLPW: 163%

Watts: 103
BF: 0.87
Light: 113%
RLPW: 163%

TBD

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BALLASTS

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32 = Lamp watts (primary lamp)
N = Normal ballast (ballast factor of .87)

3-Lamp System
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Notes:
Light refers to "mean" lumen output relative to highlighted T12 Electromagnetic E.S. (energy saving) ballast systems.
RLPW is mean system Lumens/Watt relative to highlighted T12 Electromagnetic E.S. (energy saving) ballast systems.
Watts shown at 277 Volts.

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ELECTRONIC BALLAST

ORDERING GUIDE AND SYSTEM WATTAGE

# Lamps

Power

High

Instant Start

Normal

Low

ULTRAMAXTM
ELECTRONIC
BALLASTS

Starting

GE UltraMax Ballasts
Product Description
Code

1 49706

GE-132-MAX-L/Ultra

2 49707

GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra

3 49708

GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra

4 49709

GE-432-MAX-L/Ultra

1 49771

GE-132-MAX-N/Ultra

2 49772

GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra

3 49773

GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra

4 49774

GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra

2 49775

GE-232-MAX-H/Ultra

3 49776

GE-332-MAX-H/Ultra

4 49777

GE-432-MAX-H/Ultra

Input
Voltage

Normal
†
∆

1-8

1 49766

GE-159-MAX-N/Ultra

2 49767

GE-259-MAX-N/Ultra

F32T8 Input Watts F32T8/WM Input Watts F28T8/WM Input Watts
Input
In Fixture∆
Input
Watts† Open Enclosed Watts†

In Fixture∆
Input
†
Open Enclosed Watts

Units
Input Fixture∆
Per
Open Enclosed Case

Multi-Volt 120
277
Multi-Volt 120
277
Multi-Volt 120
277
Multi-Volt 120
277

25
25
48
48
73
72
97
96

24
24
48
48
72
71
95
93

24
24
47
47
71
70
93
92

24
24
46
46
69
68
92
91

23
23
46
46
68
67
90
89

23
23
45
45
67
66
88
87

22
22
44
44
65
65
87
86

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

Multi-Volt 120
277
Multi-Volt 120
277
Multi-Volt 120
277
Multi-Volt 120
277

28
28
54
53
82
80
109
107

28
28
54
53
80
78
105
103

27
27
53
52
78
77
103
101

27
27
53
52
78
77
105
103

26
26
52
51
77
75
101
99

26
26
51
50
74
73
98
97

25
25
49
48
72
71
98
96

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

Multi-Volt 120
277
Multi-Volt 120
277
Multi-Volt 120
277

74
73
111
109
151
147

71
70
105
103
TBD
TBD

69
68
102
100
TBD
TBD

71
70
106
104
145
141

69
68
102
100
TBD
TBD

67
66
97
96
TBD
TBD

66
65
97
96
133
131

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

GE UltraMax Ballasts
Product Description
Code

AccuStart® and Universal Voltage Low
Profile High Performance (HP-A & HP-B)

F96T8 Input Watts F96T8/WM Input Watts

Input
Voltage

Input
Watts†

In Fixture∆
Input
†
Watts
Open Enclosed

In Fixture∆
Open Enclosed

Multi-Volt 120
277
Multi-Volt 120
277

56
55
112
110

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

54
53
107
105

TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD

10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10

AccuStart® ballasts are ideal for frequently
switched applications or as a rapid start alternative.
They incorporate patented programmed rapid start
technology to properly heat the lamp filaments,
which yields an increase in lamp life up to 50%. The
1-4 lamp models offer universal input voltage.
Our low profile High Performance ballasts with
THD <10% offer the convenience of universal input
voltage (108-305 Volts) as a standard feature.
Universal input is "installer-friendly" – ensuring that
you have the right voltage ballast every time. Our low
profile models also feature a package and cross-section that can offer greater flexibility in fixture design
(1.0" height x 1.5" width). Since the mounting and
wiring footprints are the same as a standard ballast,
our low profile HP models will easily retrofit into any
T12 or T8 fixture.

Low Profile Reduced Harmonic (RH-A)
Our low profile RH ballasts are over 45%
smaller and 30% lighter. They feature a space-saving package (1.18" height x 1.7" width) and cross
section for greater flexibility in fixture design. The
1-4 lamp model features parallel lamp operation,
with standard mounting footprint and wiring for
ease of replacement. They offer high efficiency
performance with THD <20%.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

There’s a combination of GE UltraMax™ ballasts and T8 lamps that can make virtually
any lighting system perform better. The chart below lets you see for yourself.

10
10
10

Units
Per
Case
10
10

Low profile RH ballasts.

AccuStart® ballasts for frequently
switched applications.

Flexible fixture design options for
T5 lamps.

Denotes standard laboratory non-fixture open bench testing.
In fixture watts represent typical field operating conditions with ballast and lamps in fixture/luminaire.
Open fixture denotes non-lensed fixture/luminaire. Enclosed fixture denotes lensed fixture/luminaire.

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FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

T5 systems are gaining greater popularity for
high-end architectural applications. GE provides a
wide range of T5 solutions, from 14 to 54 watts.
Our T5 ballasts operate multiple (1 or 2) F35T5,
F28T5, F21T5 and F14T5 lamps. Additionally, our
T5HO ballasts operate multiple (1 or 2) F54T5HO,
F39T5HO and F24T5HO lamps. Moreover, they
make your life easier with standard features that
include universal input voltage (108-305 Volts),
programmed rapid start technology for longer lamp
life and end of lamp life shutdown circuit with
auto-reset.

T5 High Output
High output T5 ballasts from GE support 24-,
39- and 54-watt lamps and they offer the same
standard features and compact dimensions as our T5
standard output. They're also well-suited to applications where space is at a premium, including slim
pendant mounted fixtures, cove and task lighting.

T5 Standard Output
Our standard output ballasts for T5 applications support multiple lamp operation (including
14, 21, 28, and 35 watts). They're ideal for indirect pendant mount, surface mount, cove, undercabinet or task lighting. With a small cross section
(1.0"height x 1.18"width), our T5 models give
you more options for slim fixture design. Standard
features include universal input voltage, end-oflamp-life shutdown circuit and programmed rapid
start technology.

SAFETY
NEC & UL Requirements
Ballast installation presents the possibility of
exposure to potentially hazardous voltages and
should be performed only by qualified personnel.
All installation, inspection, and maintenance should
be performed only with power to the fixture turned
off. Additionally, all fixtures and ballasts must be
installed and operated in compliance with the
National Electrical Code, Underwriters Laboratories
Inc. (UL) requirements, and all local applicable
codes and regulations.
Polarity
Polarity refers to the proper connection of ballast lead wires to line wires. To aid you in making a
correct installation, GE ballast leads are color-coded
for easy identification. The WHITE ballast lead is to
be connected to the neutral (grounded) and the
BLACK (or black with white tracer) lead always to
the phase (“hot”) line wire. Systems where neither
of the line wires are at ground potential require
specially designed ballasts. A change in polarity
may result in the voltage from the lead to the
ground exceeding UL-specified limits. In some types
of ballasts, a change in polarity may decrease voltage from the lead to the ground, thereby impeding
the starting dependability of the ballast.
Grounding
Ballast cases and fixtures must always be
grounded. The ballast case may be grounded to the
fixture or otherwise grounded. It could be hazardous to make contact with an ungrounded fixture or ballast when in operation. Neglecting to
properly ground the ballast and fixture combination
may also result in failure of certain lamps to start or
for unacceptable levels of electromagnetic noise to
be conducted onto the power lines.
Operating Line Voltage Limits
To receive the full benefits of rated lamp output
and to prolong ballast life, it is essential that voltage supplied to an installation be maintained within limits prescribed for each circuit. These limits are
listed in the next column.

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VOLTAGE RANGE
Nominal Voltage
120
220
277
347
120-277 (UNV)

Minimum
108
198
249
312
108

Maximum
132
242
305
382
305

Subjecting a ballast to excessive voltage for an
extended period results in the deterioration of the
insulation. This insulation breakdown will cause
early ballast failure.
Low voltage has no damaging effect on the
ballast. However, lamps may not start reliably, and
early lamp failure could result.

APPLICATION AND
OPERATING
INFORMATION

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

T5 BALLASTS FOR INDIRECT, HIGH-END
ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATIONS

Internal Ballast Protection
Class P Classification—Since January 1, 1984,
the National Electrical Code requires that “where
Fluorescent fixtures are installed indoors, the ballast
shall have thermal protection integral within the
ballast except for simple reactance ballasts.” This
ruling applies to replacement ballasts as well as to
those contained within new fixtures.
In compliance with the National Electrical Code,
UL has established a Class P ballast classification for
fluorescent light fixtures. A Class P ballast must
employ internal thermal protection limiting its operating temperature.
GE UL-approved Class P ballasts comply with
the National Electrical Code requirement and are
equipped with an automatic resetting thermal
protector, built-in and adjacent to the transformer
coils. The resetting thermal protector functions as
a thermostat, which will open and temporarily
deactivate the ballast when it exceeds the permissible temperature. It will reset when the ballast
cools to a safe operating temperature. The ballast
will continue to cycle until the cause of overheating is eliminated. If the ballast is defective, it must
be replaced. If the cause is external, a Class P ballast will resume normal operation after abnormal
conditions are eliminated.

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OPERATING
INFORMATION

SAFETY

PERFORMANCE

PERFORMANCE, continued

Dimming Ballasts - Ballastar® dimming ballasts
from GE are controlled by using 10-0vDC. Care
should be taken to ensure that the line voltage
(AC) wires are not connected to the low voltage
DC wires. Ballastar® electronic dimming ballasts
have protection (safety) circuitry that will sense the
error so as not to harm the installer or the ballast.
Dimming ballasts manufactured after May 1999
have the protection circuit. Dimming ballasts manufactured before this date do not have low voltage
circuit protection.

Lamp Connections
Fluorescent ballasts are designed to generate
voltages in excess of 300 Volts. It is imperative
that proper connection to quality sockets be
assured in accordance with wiring diagrams on
each page of the catalog and on product labels.
Some applications may not require the use of all
of the ballast output leads. If any leads are not to
be connected, each should be individually capped
and insulated to at least 600 Volts.

Lamp Starting Dependability
Fluorescent lamps are inherently more difficult
to start at low temperatures. All ballasts have limitations as to their ability to start lamps at low
ambient temperatures. In this catalog, the low
starting point for each lamp/ballast combination
appears in the column marked “Minimum Starting
Temperature.”
Four lamp instant start ballasts can operate at a
minimum starting temperature down
to -18°C (0°F) under the following conditions:
1. Lead lengths to the lamps are those
supplied, by GE, with the ballast or shorter.
2. The distance from the lamp to the ground
plane is no greater than 3/4".
3. The line voltage supplied to the ballast is no
less than rated nominal.
4. The ballast or lamps are not remotely
mounted.
5. The lamps have been burned in per lamp
manufacturer requirements (typically 100
hours).
Contact GE for lamp operating characteristics and
requirments below 15°C (50°F).

Fusing - Class P ballasts do not require fusing.
Fusing can be used when a single circuit has a
large number of fixtures/ballasts.
Grounding - ANSI C82.1 recommends all fixtures
and ballasts be grounded. GE requires all electronic
ballasts be grounded.
Thermal Protection - All GE electronic ballasts
meet UL 935 Standard for thermal protection.
These ballasts are designated Class P. A Class P
ballast will disconnect the ballast from input
power in the event of internal over-temperature.

Application Versatility
Many GE models are designed to allow for
applications with different types or quantities of
lamps. Lamp applications not listed on label cannot
be warranted.
Audible Noise (Sound)
Electrical equipment, including most
fluorescent lamp ballasts, produces some noise.
Care must be taken to select a ballast with the
proper sound rating for a particular lighting
installation. Secure mounting can reduce the
potential for audible noise. Typically, electronic
ballasts operate up to 75% quieter than
electromagnetic ballasts for fluorescent lamps.
Remote Mounting
Excessive hot or cold temperatures, audible
noise requirements, or a desire to operate lamps
in more than one fixture with the same ballast
(master/slave), may make it desirable to mount
the ballast remotely. Care must be taken to allow
for ballast heat dissipation and proper grounding.
In any application, the wire used to extend
leads must be at least as large as the wire supplied on the ballast (18 AWG) with an insulation
rating of 1000 VAC at 90°C.
Lead lengths in excess of those noted, cause
loading effects that can dramatically impact ballast performance and void the warranty. GE T8
instant start and programmed (rapid) start electronic ballasts can be mounted remotely, from the
lamp sockets, up to 18 feet. GE T8 rapid start
electronic ballasts can be mounted remotely, from
the lamp sockets, up to 12 feet.

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Light Output
Optimum light output from fluorescent lamps
is achieved when the lamp wall is at 100-110°F.
Any substantial excursion (either colder or warmer)
will result in a reduction in light output.
Ballast Life
A fluorescent lamp ballast, like any other electrical device, generates heat during its normal
operation. Ballast temperatures should be kept as
low as possible. Maximum dissipation of heat
through fixture design and proper ballast installation will help. Although excessive temperature
may not cause the ballast to fail immediately, it
can shorten ballast life. To assure maximum life,
the ballast case temperature should not exceed
75°C, in a maximum ambient (fixture cavity) of
40°C.

• Incorrect wiring
• Poor heat dissipation due to surrounding insulation
• Sealed (Vapor Tight) Fixtures - Unusual heat
build-up due to lack of ventilation in fixtures
may cause thermal (on/off) cycling of certain
ballasts. Consult GE for specific
recommendations.
Recommendations:
• Selection of a proper ballast to match the
requirements of the lamp, fixture, voltage
and installation
• Mounting of ballast within the fixture with as
much surface contact as possible between
the ballast and metal portions of the
fixture.Secure mounting will aid in proper heat
dissipation and can minimize the potential for
ballast hum.
• The use of heat-conducting dissipators (radiators), if necessary, which increases surface contact between the ballast and fixture.
• If necessary, locate the ballast in a remote, cooler area outside the fixture.
• Consult GE for remote mounting recommendations.

APPLICATION AND
OPERATING
INFORMATION

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

Starting Method Legend
IS=Instant Start
PRS=Programmed Rapid Start
RS=Rapid Start
PAR-IS=Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS=Parallel Programmed Rapid Start
PAR-RS=Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS=Series Rapid Start

Causes of ballast overheating:
• Incorrect line voltage or frequency
• Incorrect size, type or number of lamps

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FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR ULTRAMAX
MULTI-VOLTAGE, INSTANT START, HIGH
EFFICIENCY BALLASTS

TYPICAL
SPECIFICATIONS

1.1
1.2
1.3

Section I – Physical Characteristics
The electronic ballast shall be physically
interchangeable with standard electromagnetic and
standard electronic ballast.
The electronic ballast shall have a maximum height of
1.2 in. and maximum weight of 1.5 lbs. (except 4H).
The electronic ballast shall be furnished with integral
leads, color-coded to ANSI C82.11.

Section II – Performance Requirements
The electronic ballast shall operate throughout wide
range of input line voltage 120-277 Volts, with
+/-10% variation tolerance 50/60 Hz for Multi Voltage
Control /Universal Voltage.
2.2 Ballast shall be classified “hi-efficiency” and shall
provide a minimum of 3 watts energy savings over
comparable standard electronic ballasts.
2.3 The electronic ballast input current shall have Total
Harmonic Distortion (THD) of less than 10% when
used with the primary lamp at 120 Volts. It shall be
less than 20% on other approved lamps.
2.4 The electronic ballast shall have a Power Factor greater
than 98% when used with primary lamp at 120
Volts and greater than 95% at 277 Volts.
2.5 The electronic ballast shall be Sound Rated A.
2.6 The electronic ballast output frequency to the lamps
shall be above 60 kHz to minimize interference with
infrared control systems and eliminate visible flicker.
2.7 The electronic ballast shall meet ANSI C82.11 for
Electronic Ballast Performance.
2.8 The electronic ballast shall withstand transients
specified in ANSI C62.41, Location Category A3.
2.9 The electronic ballast shall be Instant Start with
independent parallel lamp operation.
2.10 The electronic ballast shall have a Lamp Current Crest
Factor of <1.5.
2.11 Lamps may be remote or tandem mounted up to a
maximum of 18ft. overall lead length between ballasts
and lamps.
2.12 Ballast shall have a minimum starting temperature of
0ºF for F32T8, F25T8 and F17T8.

3.1

3.2
3.3
3.4

2.1

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4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6

Section III – Regulatory
The electronic ballast shall meet the requirements
of the Federal Communications Commission rules
and regulations, Title 47 CFR part 18, for NonConsumer equipment.
The electronic ballast shall comply with all
applicable state and federal efficiency standards.
The electronic ballast shall be Underwriters
Laboratories (UL) Listed Class P & Type HL.
The electronic ballast shall provide UL Class CC,
Closed Cabinet protection to prevent ignition of
non-UL–controlled thermoplastic diffuser and
overheating of bi-pin lampholders.
Section IV – Other
The electronic ballast shall not contain
Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCBs).
The electronic ballast shall carry a five year warranty
form the date of manufacture. Warranty shall be
valid for maximum case temperature of 70ºC.
The electronic ballast shall eliminate lamp striation
(spiraling effect).
The electronic ballast shall be available in 1, 2, 3, &
4 lamp versions for F32T8 and 1 & 2 lamp versions
for F96T8.
The F32T8 electronic ballast shall be available with
Ballast Factor of .77 Low, .87 Normal, and 1.15
High Power.
The electronic ballast shall have constant Ballast
Factor if one or more lamps fail.

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TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTANT START
BALLASTS FOR:
• RH (Reduced Harmonics)
• L (Low Wattage)
• RHH (Reduced Harmonics High Light)
1. Ballasts (1-4 lamp) shall operate as a Parallel Circuit,
allowing remaining lamp(s) to maintain full light
output if one or more lamps fail.
2. Ballasts shall operate from 60 Hz input source of
120, 277 Volts, and sustained variations of ±10%
(Voltage & Frequency) with no damage to the
ballasts.
3. Ballasts shall be a high frequency electronic type,
and operate lamps at a frequency above 20 kHz.
4. Lamp Current Crest Factor (ratio of peak to RMS
current) shall be 1.7 or less in accordance with
lamp manufacturer recommendation and ANSI
C82.11-1993.
5. Ballasts shall tolerate operation in ambient
temperatures up to 105°F (40°C) without damage.
6. Ballasts shall comply with FCC Part 18 NonConsumer Equipment for EMI (power line
conducted) and RFI (Radiated).
7. Ballasts shall provide transient immunity as
recommended by ANSI C62.41-1991, Location A2.
8. Ballasts shall operate lamps with no visible
flicker (< 3% flicker index).
9. Ballasts shall tolerate sustained open circuit and
short circuit output conditions without damage.
10. Ballasts shall be Underwriters Laboratory
(UL 935) listed, Class P, Type 1 Outdoor, and
CSA certified where applicable.
11. Ballast shall have a Ballast Factor greater than .85
per ANSI C82.11-1993. Ballast Factor for Low Power (L)
models shall be greater than .77.
12. Input current Total Harmonic Distortion shall
not exceed 20% for the primary lamp applications.
13. Ballasts shall have a Power Factor greater than
.95 for primary lamp applications.
14. The ballasts do not contain any PCBs.
15. The manufacturer shall provide written warranty
against defects in material or workmanship,
including replacement, for five years from date
of manufacture.
16. Ballast shall be manufactured in an ISO 9001
Certified Facility.
17. Ballasts shall provide instant starting sequence
consistent with ANSI standard C82.11-1993.
18. GE model __________________ (or approved equal).

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTANT START
BALLASTS FOR:
Universal Voltage Performance
• HP (High Performance)
1. Ballasts (1-4 lamp) shall operate as a Parallel Circuit,
allowing remaining lamp(s) to maintain full light
output if one or more lamps fail.
2. Ballasts shall operate from 50/60 Hz input source of
120 through 277 Volts, and sustained variations of
±10% (Voltage & Frequency) with no damage to
the ballasts.
3. Ballasts shall be a high frequency electronic type,
and operate lamps at a frequency above 42 kHz to
minimize interference with infrared control systems.
4. Lamp Current Crest Factor (ratio of peak to RMS
current) shall be 1.7 or less in accordance with lamp
manufacturer recommendation and ANSI C82.111993.
5. Ballasts shall tolerate operation in ambient temperatures up to 105°F (40°C) without damage.
6. Ballasts shall comply with FCC Part 18 NonConsumer Equipment for EMI (power line
conducted) and RFI (Radiated).
7. Ballasts shall provide transient immunity as
recommended by ANSI C62.41-1991, Location A2.
8. Ballasts shall operate lamps with no visible flicker
(<3% flicker index).
9. Ballasts shall tolerate sustained open circuit and
short circuit output conditions without damage.
10. Ballasts shall be Underwriters Laboratory UL 935)
listed, Class P, Type 1 Outdoor, and CSA certified
where applicable.
11. Ballast shall have a Ballast Factor greater than .85
per ANSI C82.11-1993.
12. Input current Total Harmonic Distortion shall not
exceed 10% for the primary lamp.
13. Ballasts shall have a Power Factor greater than .98
for primary lamp.
14. The ballasts shall not have any PCBs.
15. The manufacturer shall provide written warranty
against defects in material or workmanship,including replacement, for five years from date of manufacture.
16. Manufacturer shall have been manufacturing electronic ballasts for at least fifteen years.
17. Ballast shall be manufactured in an ISO 9001
Certified Facility.
18. Ballasts shall provide instant starting sequence consistent with ANSI standard C82.11-1993.
19. Ballast shall be Bx32IUNVHP-B (x=1 or 2) or
Bx32IUNVHP-A (x=3 or 4) depending upon the
quantity of lamps per fixture.
20. GE model ______________ (or approved equal).

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SPECIFICATIONS

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FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

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TYPICAL
SPECIFICATIONS

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR INSTANT
START BALLASTS FOR:
• HP (High Performance)
• HPL (High Performance Low Power)
• HPH (High Performance High Light)

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1. Ballasts (1-4 lamp) shall operate as a Parallel Circuit,
allowing remaining lamp(s) to maintain full light
output if one or more lamps fail (except T12 High
Output).
2. Ballasts shall operate from 50/60 Hz input source
of 120, 277, and 347 Volts, and sustained
variations of 10% (Voltage & Frequency) with no
damage to the ballasts.
3. Ballasts shall be a high frequency electronic type,
and operate lamps at a frequency above 20 kHz.
4. Lamp Current Crest Factor (ratio of peak to RMS
current) shall be 1.7 or less in accordance with
lamp manufacturer recommendation and ANSI
C82.11-1993.
5. Ballasts shall tolerate operation in ambient
temperatures up to 105°F (40°C) without
damage. Ballasts shall comply with FCC Part 18
Non-Consumer Equipment for EMI (power line
conducted) and RFI (Radiated).
6. Ballasts shall provide transient immunity as
recommended by ANSI C62.41-1991, Location A2.
7. Ballasts shall operate lamps with no visible flicker
(< 3% flicker index).
8. Ballasts shall tolerate sustained open circuit and
short circuit output conditions without damage.
9. Ballasts shall be Underwriters Laboratory (UL 935)
listed, Class P, Type 1 Outdoor, and CSA certified
where applicable.
10. Ballast shall have a Ballast Factor greater than .85
per ANSI C82.11-1993. Ballast Factor for Low
Power (L) models shall be greater than .77.
11. Input current Total Harmonic Distortion shall not
exceed 10% for the primary lamp.
12. Ballasts shall have a Power Factor greater than
.98 for primary lamp.
13. The ballasts do not contain any PCBs.
14. The manufacturer shall provide written warranty
against defects in material or workmanship,
including replacement, for five years from date of
manufacture.
15. Ballast shall be manufactured in an ISO 9001
Certified Facility.
16. Ballasts shall provide instant starting sequence
consistent with ANSI standard C82.11-1993.
17. GE model__________________(or approved equal).

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR RAPID START
BALLASTS

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROGRAMMED
(RAPID) START BALLASTS

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR T5 AND T5
HIGH OUTPUT (HO) BALLASTS

1. Ballasts (1-4 lamp) shall operate as a Parallel Circuit,
allowing remaining lamp(s) to maintain full light
output if one or more lamps fail (except T12 High
Output).
2. Ballasts shall operate from 60 Hz input source of
120, 277 Volts, and sustained variations of ±10%
(Voltage & Frequency) with no damage to the
ballasts.
3. Ballasts shall be a high frequency electronic type,
and operate lamps at a frequency above 20 kHz.
4. Lamp Current Crest Factor (ratio of peak to RMS
current) shall be 1.7 or less in accordance with
lamp manufacturer recommendation and ANSI
C82.11-1993.
5. Ballasts shall tolerate operation in ambient
temperatures up to 105°F (40°C) without damage.
6. Ballasts shall comply with FCC Part 18 NonConsumer Equipment for EMI (power line
conducted) and RFI (Radiated).
7. Ballasts shall provide transient immunity as
recommended by ANSI C62.41-1991, Location A2.
8. Ballasts shall operate lamps with no visible flicker
(< 3% flicker index).
9. Ballasts shall tolerate sustained open circuit and
short circuit output conditions without damage.
10. Ballasts shall be Underwriters Laboratory (UL 935)
listed, Class P, Type 1 Outdoor, and CSA certified
where applicable.
11. Ballast shall have a Ballast Factor greater than
.85 per ANSI C82.11-1993.
12. Input current Total Harmonic Distortion shall not
exceed 10% for the primary lamp applications.
13. Ballast shall be manufactured in an ISO 9001
Certified Facility.
14. Ballasts shall have a Power Factor greater than
.98 primary applications.
15. The ballasts do not contain any PCBs.
16. The manufacturer shall provide written warranty
against defects in material or workmanship,
including replacement, for five years from date
of manufacture.
17. Ballasts shall provide rapid starting sequence
consistent with ANSI standard C82.11-1993.
18. GE model_________________ (or approved equal).

1. Ballasts shall have a minimum start temperature
of 0°F.
2. Ballasts shall operate from a 50/60 Hz input source
of 120 through 277 Volts, and sustained variations
of ±10% (Voltage & Frequency) with no damage
to the ballasts.
3. Ballasts shall be a high frequency electronic type,
and operate lamps at a frequency above 42 kHz
to minimize interference with infrared control
systems.
4. Lamp Current Crest Factor (ratio of peak to RMS
current) shall be 1.7 or less in accordance with
lamp manufacturer recommendation and ANSI
C82.11-1993.
5. Ballasts shall tolerate operation in ambient
temperatures up to 105°F (40°C) without damage.
6. Ballasts shall comply with FCC Part 18 NonConsumer Equipment for EMI (power line
conducted) and RFI (Radiated).
7. Ballasts shall provide transient immunity as
recommended by ANSI C62.41-1991, Location A2.
8. Ballasts shall operate lamps with no visible flicker
(<3% flicker index).
9. Ballasts shall tolerate sustained open circuit and
short circuit output conditions without damage.
10. Ballasts shall be Underwriters Laboratory (UL 935)
listed, Class P, Type 1 Outdoor, and CSA certified
where applicable.
11. Ballast shall have a Ballast Factor greater than .85,
per ANSI C82.11-1993.
12. Input current Total Harmonic Distortion shall not
exceed 10%.
13. Ballasts shall have a Power Factor greater than
.98, for primary application.
14. The ballasts shall not have any PCBs.
15. The manufacturer shall provide written warranty
against defects in material or workmanship,
including replacement, for five years from date
of manufacture.
16. Ballast shall be manufactured in an ISO 9001
Certified Facility.
17. Ballast shall be manufactured in North America.
18. Ballast shall be GE AccuStart HP Product
Bx32PUNVHP-A (x=1,2,3, or 4).
19. GE model ______________ (or approved equal).

1. Ballast shall be Programmed Rapid Start.
2. Ballast shall incorporate lamp shutdown circuitry
for end of lamp life protection.
3. Ballast shall allow for re-lamping without the need
to cycle power.
4. Ballasts shall operate from 50/60 Hz input source
of 108-305 Volts, with no damage to the ballasts.
5. Ballasts shall be a high frequency electronic type,
and operate lamps at a frequency above 20 kHz.
6. Lamp Current Crest Factor (ratio of peak to RMS
current) shall be 1.7 or less in accordance with
lamp manufacturer recommendation and ANSI
C82.11-1993.
7. Ballasts shall tolerate operation in ambient
temperatures up to 105°F (40°C) without damage.
8. Ballasts shall comply with FCC Part 18 NonConsumer Equipment for EMI (power line
conducted) and RFI (Radiated).
9. Ballasts shall provide transient immunity as
recommended by ANSI C62.41-1991, Location A2.
10. Ballasts shall operate lamps with no visible flicker
(< 3% flicker index).
11. Ballasts shall tolerate sustained open circuit and
short circuit output conditions without damage.
12. Ballasts shall be Underwriters Laboratory (UL 935)
listed, Class P, Type 1 Outdoor, and CSA certified
where applicable.
13. Ballast shall have a Ballast Factor greater than .95
per ANSI C82.11-1993.
14. Input current Total Harmonic Distortion shall not
exceed 10% for the primary lamp.
15. Ballasts shall have a Power Factor greater than .98.
16. The ballasts do not contain any PCBs.
17. The manufacturer shall provide written warranty
against defects in material or workmanship,
including replacement, for five years from date
of manufacture.
18. Ballast shall be manufactured in and ISO 9001
Certified Facility.
19. GE model ________________ (or approved equal).

transforming the power of light ™

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TYPICAL
SPECIFICATIONS

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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

1-18

0.77

49709

GE-432-MAX-L/Ultra

Multi-Volt

1

N

0.87

49771

GE-132-MAX-N/Ultra

Multi-Volt

2

N

0.87

49772

GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra

Multi-Volt

3

N

0.87

49773

GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra

Multi-Volt

4

N

0.87

49774

GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra

Multi-Volt

2

H

1.15

49775

GE-232-MAX-H/Ultra

Multi-Volt

3

H

1.15

49776

GE-332-MAX-H/Ultra

Multi-Volt

4

H

1.15

49777

GE-432-MAX-H/Ultra

Multi-Volt

1

N

0.88

47532

B132PUNVHP-A

Multi-Volt

2

N

0.88

47533

B232PUNVHP-A

Multi-Volt

3

N

0.88

41008

B332PUNVHP-B

Multi-Volt

4

N

0.88

41009

B432PUNVHP-B

Multi-Volt

N

0.88

3

N

0.88

80355
80356
80357
80358

B232SR120V5
B232SR277V5
B332SR120V5
B332SR277V5

N

0.87

49766

GE-159-MAX-N/Ultra

Multi-Volt

2

N

0.87

49767

GE-259-MAX-N/Ultra

Multi-Volt

2

H

1.15

TBA

GE-259-MAX-H/Ultra

Multi-Volt

1

N

0.93

2

N

0.88

80286
80287
80286
80287

B286I120RH
B286I277RH
B286I120RH
B286I277RH

Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard

High
Program Rapid Start
Dimming

120
277
120
277
120
277
120
277

B132I120RH-A
B132I277RH-A
B232I120RH-A
B232I277RH-A
B332I120RH-A
B332I277RH-A
B432I120RH-A
B432I277RH-A

120
277
120
277
120
277

B232I120RHH
B232I277RHH
B332I120RHH
B332I277RHH

B232I120HPH
B232I277HPH

120
277
120
277
120
277
120
277

B132P120RH
B132P277RH
B232P120RH
B232P277RH
B332P120RH
B332P277RH
B432P120RH
B432P277RH

B132PUNVHP-A

B232IUNVHP-B
B332IUNVHP-A
B432IUNVHP-A

120
277
120
277

B159I120RH
B159I277RH
B259I120RH
B259I277RH

120
277

B232I120RHH
B232I277RHH

120
277
120
277

B286I120RH
B286I277RH
B286I120RH
B286I277RH

REL-2P32-HL-SC
VEL-2P32-HL-SC
REL-3P32-HL-SC
VEL-3P32-HL-SC

B332PUNVHP-B
B432PUNVHP-B

B259IUNVHP
B232I120HPH
B232I277HPH

transforming the power of light ™

3-level switch dim
B232SR120S30
B232SR277S30
B332SR120S30
B332SR277S30

B259I120HE/Ultra
B259I277HE/Ultra

REL-2P59-S-RH-TP
VEL-2P59-S-RH-TP
REL-2P59-S-RH-TP
VEL-2P59-S-RH-TP

RCN-1S32-SC
VCN-1S32-SC
RCN-2S32-SC
VCN-2S32-SC
RCN-3S32-SC
VCN-3S32-SC
RCN-4S32-SC
VCN-4S32-SC

QTP1x32T8/120 PSN-F
QTP1x32T8/277 PSN-F
QTP2x32T8/120 PSN-F
QTP2x32T8/277 PSN-F
QTP3x32T8/120 PSN-SC
QTP3x32T8/277 PSN-SC
QTP4x32T8/120 PSN-SC
QTP4x32T8/277 PSN-SC

RZT-2S32
VZT-2S32
RZT-3S32
VZT-3S32

QT2x32/120DIM5-B
QT2x32/277DIM5-B
QT3x32/120DIM5-Q
QT3x32/277DIM5-Q

RCN-2P59
VCN-2P59
RCN-2P59
VCN-2P59

QT2x59/120IS
QT2x59/277IS
QT2x59/120PLUS
QT2X59/277PLUS

RCN-2S86
VCN-2S86
RCN-2S86
VCN-2S86

QTP2x59T8/120 ISN-A
QTP2x59T8/277 ISN-A

Lamp

QTP1x32T8/120 ISN-D
QTP1x32T8/277 ISN-D
QTP2x32T8/120 ISN-D
QTP2x32T8/277 ISN-D
QTP3x32T8/120 ISN-A
QTP3x32T8/277 ISN-A
QTP4x32T8/120 ISN-A
QTP4x32T8/277 ISN-A

QT2x32/120PLUS
QT2x32/277PLUS
QT3x32/120PLUS
QT3x32/277PLUS

REL-2P59-HL
VEL-2P59-HL

REL-2S86 series RS
VEL-2S86 series RS

QT1x32/120IS-SC
QT1x32/277IS-SC
QT2x32/120IS-SC
QT2x32/277IS-SC
QT3x32/120ISN-SC
QT3x32/277ISN-SC
QT4x32/120ISN-SC
QT4x32/277ISN-SC

Starting

ROP-2P32-SC
VOP-2P32-SC
ROP-2P32-SC
VOP-2P32-SC
ROP-2P32-SC
VOP-2P32-SC
ROP-2P32-SC
VOP-2P32-SC

Power

RCN-1P32-SC
VCN-1P32-SC
RCN-2P32-SC
VCN-2P32-SC
RCN-3P32-SC
VCN-3P32-SC
RCN-4P32-SC
VCN-4P32-SC

B232PUNVHP-A

Varible dimming
B232SR120V5
B232SR277V5
B332SR120V5
B332SR277V5

120
277
120
277

B232I120HE/Ultra
B232I277HE/Ultra
B332I120HE/Ultra
B332I277HE/Ultra
B432I120HE/Ultra
B432I277HE/Ultra

REL-1P32-SC
VEL-1P32-SC
REL-2P32-SC
VEL-2P32-SC
REL-3P32-SC
VEL-3P32-SC
REL-4P32-SC
VEL-4P32-SC

B132IUNVHP-B

BALLAST MATRIX

L

Four-Foot T8, F32, F32/U, F25, F17, F32WM

4

8-Ft. T8 F96

Multi-Volt

8-Ft. HO

GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra

Instant Start

49708

QT2x32/120LP
QT2x32/277LP
QT3x32/120LP
QT3x32/277LP
QT4x32/120LP
QT4x32/277LP

Program Rapid Start

0.77

RCN-2P32-LW
VCN-2P32-LW
RCN-3P32-LW
VCN-3P32-LW
RCN-4P32-LW
VCN-4P32-LW

Dimming

L

B232I120EL/Ultra
B232I277EL/Ultra
B332I120EL/Ultra
B332I277EL/Ultra
B432I120EL/Ultra
B432I277EL/Ultra

Instant Start

3

B232I120L-A
B232I277L-A
B332I120L-A
B332I277L-A
B432I120L-A
B432I277L-A

IS-vs-RS

Multi-Volt

Low Power

GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra

Standard

49707

QT PRO
QTP1x32T8/120 RSL-A
QTP1x32T8/277 RSL-A
QTP2x32T8/120 RSL-A
QTP2x32T8/277 RSL-A
QTP3x32T8/120 RSL-A
QTP3x32T8/277 RSL-A
QTP4x32T8/120 RSL-A
QTP4x32T8/277 RSL-A

High

0.77

Std. Quicktronic

Standard

L

High Efficiency
ROP-2P32-LW-SC
VOP-2P32-LW-SC
ROP-2P32-LW-SC
VOP-2P32-LW-SC
ROP-2P32-LW-SC
VOP-2P32-LW-SC
ROP-2P32-LW-SC
VOP-2P32-LW-SC

Standard

2

Sylvania

Std. Discrete
REL-1P32-LW-SC
VEL-1P32-LW-SC
REL-2P32-LW-SC
VEL-2P32-LW-SC
REL-3P32-LW-SC
VEL-3P32-LW-SC
REL-4P32-LW-SC
VEL-4P32-LW-SC

Standard

Multi-Volt

120
277
120
277
120
277
120
277

Advance
Centium

High

GE-132-MAX-L/Ultra

GE/Universal Ltg. Technologies (Magnetek)
Std. RH
HP
High Efficiency

Standard

# Lamps

Power

49706

Low Power

0.77

High

Instant Start

Description

GE Ballast Cross Reference for T8 Lamps

GE Ballast Cross Reference for T8 Lamps
Input
Voltage

L

1

Instant Start

Product
Code

1

2

IS-(vs-Rs)

GE Electronic Ballasts
Ballast
Factor

Standard

Starting

Lamp
8-Ft. HO

8-Ft. T8 F96

Four-Foot T8, F32, F32/U, F25, F17, F32WM

BALLAST MATRIX

BALLAST MATRIX

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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

F17T8

GE
Lamp
Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
Product Code
Catalog
Starting Line
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
C
US
(C Pack)
Qty. Method Volts
Number
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL
F17T8 - One Lamp Applications
120
0.14
>.99
1.05
49771
1
IS
GE-132-MAX-N/Ultra •
•
•
17
277
0.07
>.90
1.05
47532

1

PRS

120
277

0.15
0.07

B132PUNVHP-A

•

GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

B232PUNVHP-A

•

17

>.99
>.96

0.91

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

<10
<22

0/-18

1A

-A

<10
<15

0/-18

2

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

30

-A

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
C
(C Pack)
Qty. Method Volts
Number
F25T8 - One Lamp Applications
120
49706
GE-132-MAX-L/Ultra
277
1
IS
120
49771
GE-132-MAX-N/Ultra
277
120
47532
1
PRS
B132PUNVHP-A
277
F25T8 - Two Lamp Applications
120
49707
GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra
277
2
PAR-IS
120
49772
GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra
277

F17T8 - Two Lamp Applications
49707
2

PAR-IS

49772
47533

2

SER-PRS

120
277
120
277
120
277

0.24
0.11
0.27
0.12
0.28
0.13

28
29
32
34

>.99
>.93
>.99
>.94
>.99
>.95

.95
1.05
0.95

<12
<24
<10
<20
<10
<15

F17T8 - Three Lamp Applications
49708
3

PAR-IS

49773
41008

120
277
120
277

3

SER-PRS

GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

B332PUNVHP-A

•

120
277

0.35
0.16
0.40
0.18
0.40
0.19

42
48
48

>.99
>.96
>.99
>.97
>.98
>.90

0.95
1.05
0.92

<10
<19
<10
<17
<10

47533
0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

49708

0/-18

23

-A

49773

4

PAR-IS

49774

120
277
120
277

GE-432-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

B432PUNV-HP-B

•

120
41009

4

SER-PRS

277

65
64

>.99
>.96
>.99
>.97

0.57

67

>.90

0.92

0.24

67

>.90

0.92

0.95
1.05

<10
<19
<10
<18

41008

3

SER-PRS

1D

-A

0/-18

1D

-A

49709

<25

0/-18

8

ST

49774

4

PAR-IS

<25

0/-18

8

ST
41009

4

SER-PRS

120
277

•

•

•

•

•

0.18
0.08
0.24
0.09
0.20
0.09

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

B232PUNVHP-A

•

GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

B332I347HP

•

B332PUNVHP-A

•

GE-432-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

B432PUNVHP-A

•

21
23
24
24

>.99
>.92
>.99
>.93
>.99
>.98

0.34
0.15
0.21
0.38

53
45

>.99
>.96
>.96
>.99

0.40
0.17

47
46

>.99
>.97

0.50
0.22
0.56
0.24
0.20
0.77
0.33

60
59
67
66
68
92
89

>.99
>.97
>.99
>.98
>.99
>.99
>.95

0.67
0.30
0.76
0.33

80
79
91
89

>.99
>.97
>.99
>.98

0.77
0.33

92
89

>.99
>.95

40

0.94
0.94

<10
<20
<10

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1A

-A

0/-18

1A

-A

0/-18

2

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

30

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

6

ST

0/-18

8

-A

0/-18

1D

-A

0/-18

1D

-A

0/-18

8

-A

<18
0.91

<10

0.87
0.94

<10
<19
<15
<10

0.94

<10

0.84

120
277
120
277
347
120
277

0.91

<10
<14
<10
<13
<10

.89

<10

0.84
0.94

F25T8 - Four Lamp Applications
120
277
120
277
120
277

0.84
0.94
0.89

<10
<15
<10
<14
<10

DIMENSIONS
STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw # L
W
ST
-A
-B

1-20

PAR-IS

0/-18

DIMENSIONS
IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

3

80136

0.47
0.21
0.54
0.24

56

SER-PRS

•

THD
%

F25T8 - Three Lamp Applications

F17T8 - Four Lamp Applications
49709

2

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

US

F25T8

FOR (1), (2), (3) & (4)
F25T8 LAMPS

FOR (1), (2), (3) & (4)
F17T8 LAMPS

9.50”
9.50”
9.50”

2.40”
1.70”
1.50”

transforming the power of light ™

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

Mounting Dimension
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”
1.00”

8.89”
8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”
0.88”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw # L
W
ST
-A
-B

9.50”
9.50”
9.50”

2.40”
1.70”
1.50”

Mounting Dimension
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”
1.00”

8.89”
8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”
0.88”

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FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F28T8 - One Lamp Applications
120
49706
277
1
IS
120
49771
277
F28T8 - Two Lamp Applications
120
49707
277
120
49772
2
PAR-IS
277
120
49775
277
F28T8 - Three Lamp Applications
120
49708
277
120
49773
277
3
PAR-IS
120
49776
277
F28T8 - Four Lamp Applications
120
49709
277
120
49774
4
PAR-IS
277
120
49777
277

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

FOR (1) F32T8 LAMP
THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

GE-132-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

22

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1A

-A

GE-132-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

25

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1B

-A

GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

GE-232-MAX-H/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

GE-332-MAX-H/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

GE-432-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

GE-432-MAX-H/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

44
49
48
66
65
65
72
71
97
96
87
86
98
96
133
131

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
C
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
F32T8 - One Lamp Applications
120
49706
GE-132-MAX-L/Ultra
277
120
49771
GE-132-MAX-N/Ultra
277
1
IS
120
49707
GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra
277
120
49772
GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra
277

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1B

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1B

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1B

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1C

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1C

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1C

-A

47532
1

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

B132PUNVHP-A

•

B232PUNVHP-A

•

0.22
0.10
0.42
0.19
0.24
0.11
0.26
0.12
0.26
0.11
0.27
0.12

25
28
28
29
31
31
30
32

>.99
>.94
>.99
>.98
>.99
>.93
>.99
>.94
>.99
>.98
>.99
>.95

0.77
0.87
0.87
0.87

<10
<18
<10
<15
<10
<23
<10
<20

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1A

-A

0/-18

1A

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0.88

<10

0/-18

2

-A

1.00

<10
<15

0/-18

30

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1D

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1D

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

ST

GE
Lamp
Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
C
US
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL
F32T8/WM - One Lamp Applications
120
0.21
>.99
49706
GE-132-MAX-L/Ultra •
•
•
24
0.77
277
0.09
>.93
120
0.22
26
>.99
49707
GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra •
•
•
0.87
1
IS
277
0.11
27
>.93
120
0.25
>.99
49772
GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra •
•
•
29
0.87
277
0.12
>.94
1

SER-PRS

120
277

B132PUNVHP-A

•

0.23
0.10

28

>.99
>.98

0.88

THD
%
<10
<18
<11
<25
<10
<21
<10

Min. F/C
Start
Wiring
Temp
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1A

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

60/16

2

-A

DIMENSIONS

DIMENSIONS
STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

ST
-A
-B

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw # L
W

1-22

•

THD
%

FOR (1) F32T8/WM LAMP

47532

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

PRS

47533

120
277
120
277

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

F32T8 & F32T8/WM

F28T8

FOR (1), (2), (3) & (4) F28T8 LAMPS
(F28T8/UMX – GE ULTRAMAX SYSTEM)

9.50”
9.50”
9.50”

2.40”
1.70”
1.50”

transforming the power of light ™

Mounting Dimension
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”
1.00”

8.89”
8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”
0.88”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw # L
W
ST
-A
-B

9.50”
9.50”
9.50”

2.40”
1.70”
1.50”

Mounting Dimension
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”
1.00”

8.89”
8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”
0.88”

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

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FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
C
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
F32T8 - Two Lamp Applications
120
49707
GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra
277
120
49772
GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra
277
120
49775
GE-232-MAX-H/Ultra
2
PAR-IS
277
120
49708
GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra
277
120
49773
GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra
277
47533

2

SER-PRS

120
277

B232PUNVHP-A

FOR (2) F32T8/WM LAMPS

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL
•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

0.42
0.19
0.47
0.21
0.84
0.37
0.45
0.20
0.49
0.22
0.52
0.22

48
54
53
74
73
53
58
62
60

>.99
>.97
>.99
>.96
>.99
>.98
>.99
>.97
>.99
>.97
>.99
>.98

0.77
0.87
1.15
0.87
0.87
0.88

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

<10
<17
<10
<15
<10
<13
<10
<16
<10
<14
<10

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

30

-A

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
C
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
F32T8/WM - Two Lamp Applications
120
49707
GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra
277
120
49772
GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra
277
2
PAR-IS
120
49708
GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra
277
120
49773
GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra
277
47533

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

120
277

B232PUNVHP-A

ST
-A

9.50”
9.50”

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W

1-24

SER-PRS

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

0.40
0.18
0.45
0.20
0.42
0.19
0.46
0.21
0.50
0.21

>.99
>.97
>.99
>.96
>.99
>.97
>.99
>.97

46
53
52
49
55

>.99
>.98

60

0.77
0.87
0.87
0.87
0.88

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

60/16

30

-A

<10
<17
<10
<15
<10
<17
<10
<15
<10

DIMENSIONS

DIMENSIONS
IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

2

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

F32T8 & F32T8/WM

F32T8

FOR (2) F32T8 LAMPS

2.40”
1.70”

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”

transforming the power of light ™

8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST
-A

9.50”
9.50”

2.40”
1.70”

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”

8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F32T8 - Three Lamp Applications
120
49708
277
120
49773
277
120
49776
277
120
49709
3
PAR-IS
277
120
49774
277
120
49777
277
80136
347
120
41008
3
SER-RS
277
41009

3

SER-PRS

120
277

Catalog
Number

FOR (4) F32T8 LAMPS

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-332-MAX-H/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-432-MAX-L/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-432-MAX-H/Ultra
B332I347HP

•

B332PUNVHP-A*

•

B432PUNVHP-A

•

0.63
0.27
0.70
0.30
0.92
0.40
0.65
0.29
0.72
0.32

73
72
82
80
111
109
78
77
85
84

>.99
>.98
>.99
>.98
>.99
>.98
>.99
>.97
>.99

0.87

TBD

TBD

TBD

0.25
0.77
0.34

88
92
90

>.99
>.99
>.95

0.77
0.34

92
90

>.99
>.98

0.77
0.87
1.15
0.87

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

<10
<13
<10
<13
<10
<13
<13
<16

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1D

-A

<13

0/-18

1D

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

0.88

<10

0/-18

6

ST

0.88

<10

0/-18

23

-A

0.93

<10

0/-18

23

-A

GE
Lamp
Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
C
US
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL
F32T8 - Four Lamp Applications
120
0.84
97
>.99
49709
GE-432-MAX-L/Ultra •
•
•
0.77
277
0.37
96
>.98
120
0.94
109
>.99
49774
GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra •
•
•
0.87
277
0.40
107
>.98
4
PAR-IS

41009

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•
•

0.60
0.26
0.66
0.29
0.89
0.39
0.25
0.73
0.32

69
68
78
77
106
104
88
87
85

>.99
>.98
>.99
>.98
>.99
>.98
>.99
>.99
>.95

THD
%

0.88

<10
<13
<10
<13
<10
<13
<10

0.88

<10

0.77
0.87
1.15

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

6

ST

0/-18

23

-A

SER-PRS

120
277

B432PUNVHP-A

•

TBD
1.00
0.42

•

151
147
119
115

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1D

-A

0/-18

1D

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

>.99
>.95

0.88

<10

0/-18

8

-A

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1D

-A

0/-18

1D

-A

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

<10

0/-18

8

-A

GE
Lamp
Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
C
US
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL
F32T8/WM - Four Lamp Applications
120
0.80
92
>.99
49709
GE-432-MAX-L/Ultra •
•
•
0.77
277
0.36
91
>.98
120
0.90
105
>.99
49774
4
PAR-IS
GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra •
•
•
0.87
277
0.39
103
>.98
120
145
49777
GE-432-MAX-H/Ultra* •
•
•
TBD
TBD
TBD
277
141

FOR (3) F32T8/WM LAMPS
Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

4

•

<10
<13
<10
<13

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

FOR (4) F32T8/WM LAMPS

* Preliminary performance data

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
C
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
F32T8/WM - Three Lamp Applications
120
49708
GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra
277
120
49773
GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra
277
3
PAR-IS
120
49776
GE-332-MAX-H/Ultra
277
80136
347
B332I347HP
120
41008
3
SER-PRS
B332PUNVHP-A*
277

120
GE-432-MAX-H/Ultra* •
277

49777

THD
%

F32T8 & F32T8/WM

F32T8 & F32T8/WM

FOR (3) F32T8 LAMPS

41009

4

SER-PRS

120
277

B432PUNVHP-A*

•

0.95
0.41

114
110

>.99
>.95

0.88

<10
<14
<10
<13

* Preliminary performance data

* Preliminary performance data

DIMENSIONS

DIMENSIONS
IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST
-A

1-26

9.50”
9.50”

2.40”
1.70”

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”

transforming the power of light ™

8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST
-A

9.50”
9.50”

2.40”
1.70”

Mounting Dimension
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”

8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F40T8 - One Lamp Applications
120
49766
277
120
49767
1
IS
277
120
TBD
277
F40T8 - Two Lamp Applications
120
49767
277
120
49773
2
PAR-IS
277
120
49776
277
F40T8 - Three Lamp Applications
120
49774
277
3
PAR-IS
120
49777
277

Catalog
Number

FOR (1) AND (2) F96T8 LAMPS
Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

0.32
0.15
0.39
0.18

38

>.99
>.95
>.99
>.95

GE-159-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-259-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

GE-132-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

GE-259-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

0.66
0.29

77
76

>.97

0.94

46

0.94
0.94

THD
%
<10
<18
<10
<20
TBD
<10

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1A

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

TBD

1A

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
C
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
F96T8 - One Lamp Applications
120
49766
GE-159-MAX-N/Ultra
277
120
49767
GE-259-MAX-N/Ultra
277
1
IS
80142
120
B259I120HPL
80143
277
B259I277HPL
F96T8 - Two Lamp Applications
120
49767
GE-259-MAX-N/Ultra
277
80148
120
B259I120RHH
80149
2
PAR-IS
277
B259I277RHH
80142
120
B259I120HPL
80143
277
B259I277HPL

<18

GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1B

-A

GE-332-MAX-H/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1C

-A

GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

1C

-A

GE-432-MAX-H/Ultra

•

•

•

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

ST

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL
•

•

•

•

•

•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•

•

0.45
0.21
0.53
0.24
0.51
0.22

56
55

60
60

>.99
>.95
>.99
>.97
>.98
>.98

0.95
0.41
1.30
0.56
0.84
0.36

112
110
150
150
100
100

>.99
>.98
>.98
>.98
>.98
>.98

62

0.87
0.87
0.92
0.92
0.87
1.18
1.18
0.78
0.78

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1A

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

50/10
50/10

14
14

ST
ST

<10
<15
<20
<20
<10
<10

0/-18

1B

-A

32/0
32/0
50/10
50/10

14
14
14
14

SL
SL
ST
ST

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

<10
<15

0/-18

1A

-A

<10
<15

0/-18

1B

-A

DIMENSIONS

DIMENSIONS
STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

ST
-A
-B

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw # L
W

1-28

<10
<15
<10
<20
<10
<10

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

FOR (1) AND (2) F96T8/WM LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
C
US
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL
F96T8/WM - One Lamp Applications
120
0.46
54
>.99
49766
GE-159-MAX-N/Ultra •
•
•
0.87
1
IS
277
0.20
53
>.95
F96T8/WM - Two Lamp Applications
120
0.90
107
>.99
49767
2
PAR-IS
GE-259-MAX-N/Ultra •
•
•
0.87
277
0.39
105
>.98

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

THD
%

T8 SLIMLINE F96T8
& F96T8/WM

F40T8

FOR (1), (2) & (3)
F40T8 LAMPS

9.50”
9.50”
9.50”

2.40”
1.70”
1.50”

transforming the power of light ™

Mounting Dimension
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”
1.00”

8.89”
8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”
0.88”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST
SL
-A

9.50”
11.75”
9.50”

2.40”
3.13”
1.70”

Mounting Dimension
H
M
X
1.55”
1.78”
1.18”

8.89”
11.41”
8.89”

1.69”
2.00”
1.69”

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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

T5 FOR F14, F21,
F28 & F35T5 LAMPS

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F48T8HO - One Lamp Applications
80286
120
1
IS
80287
277
F60T8HO - One Lamp Applications
80286
120
1
IS
80287
277
F72T8HO - One Lamp Applications
80286
120
1
IS
80287
277
F96T8HO - One Lamp Applications
80286
120
1
IS
80287
277
F48T8HO - Two Lamp Applications
80286
120
2
PAR-IS
80287
277
F60T8HO - Two Lamp Applications
80286
120
2
PAR-IS
80287
277
F72T8HO - Two Lamp Applications
80286
120
2
PAR-IS
80287
277
F96T8HO - Two Lamp Applications
80286
120
2
PAR-IS
80287
277

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

B286I120RH
B286I277RH

•
•

•
•

0.47
0.20

48
47

> .90
> .90

1.00
1.00

< 30
< 30

-20/-29
-20/-29

3
3

SL
SL

B286I120RH
B286I277RH

•
•

•
•

0.56
0.23

60
57

> .90
> .90

0.99
0.98

< 30
< 30

-20/-29
-20/-29

3
3

SL
SL

B286I120RH
B286I277RH

•
•

•
•

0.64
0.26

71
67

> .90
> .90

0.98
0.98

< 30
< 30

-20/-29
-20/-29

3
3

SL
SL

B286I120RH
B286I277RH

•
•

•
•

0.79
0.32

92
87

> .90
> .90

0.96
0.93

< 25
< 25

-20/-29
-20/-29

3
3

SL
SL

B286I120RH
B286I277RH

•
•

•
•

0.70
0.30

80
77

> .95
> .90

0.85
0.84

< 25
< 25

-20/-29
-20/-29

3
3

SL
SL

B286I120RH
B286I277RH

•
•

•
•

0.85
0.36

99
96

> .95
> .95

0.85
0.84

< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29

3
3

SL
SL

B286I120RH
B286I277RH

•
•

•
•

1.00
0.42

117
114

> .95
> .95

0.85
0.84

< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29

3
3

SL
SL

B286I120RH
B286I277RH

•
•

•
•

1.30
0.53

151
144

> .95
> .95

0.81
0.81

< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29

3
3

SL
SL

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F14T5 - One Lamp Applications
120
47536
1
PRS
277
F14T5 - Two Lamp Applications
120
47536
2
SER-PRS
277
F21T5 - One Lamp Applications
120
47536
1
PRS
277
F21T5 - Two Lamp Applications
120
47536
2
SER-PRS
277
F28T5 - One Lamp Applications
120
47536
1
PRS
277
F28T5 - Two Lamp Application
120
47536
2
SER-PRS
277
F35T5 - One Lamp Applications
120
47536
1
PRS
277
F35T5 - Two Lamp Applications
120
47536
2
SER-PRS
277

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

C

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

B228PUNV-C

•

0.15
0.07

18

>.98
>.90

1.05

<10
<15

0/-18

4a

-C

B228PUNV-C

•

0.28
0.13

34

>.98
>.95

1.00

<10

0/-18

4a

-C

B228PUNV-C

•

0.21
0.10

25

>.98
>.95

1.03

<10
<15

0/-18

4a

-C

B228PUNV-C

•

0.41
0.18

49
48

>.98

1.00

<10

0/-18

4a

-C

B228PUNV-C

•

0.28
0.12

33

>.98
>.95

1.00

<10

0/-18

4a

-C

B228PUNV-C

•

0.55
0.23

66
64

>.98

1.00

<10

0/-18

4a

-C

B228PUNV-C

•

0.34
0.15

40

>.98
>.95

1.00

<10

0/-18

4a

-C

B228PUNV-C

•

0.67
0.28

81
78

>.98

1.00

<10

0/-18

4a

-C

SL

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W

1-30

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

DIMENSIONS

DIMENSIONS
IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

Catalog
Number

T5

T8HO

FOR (1) & (2) F48T8HO, F60T8HO,
F72T8HO & F96T8HO LAMPS

11.75”

3.13”

transforming the power of light ™

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.78”

11.41”

2.00”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W

T5 ballasts incorporate poke
in connectors, for easy installation
-C, -D

-C
-D

14.25”
16.88”

1.18”
1.18”

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.00”
1.00”

13.75”
16.20”

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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F24T5HO - One Lamp Applications
120
47534
277
1
PRS
120
47540
277
F24T5HO - Two Lamp Applications
120
47534
277
2
SER-PRS 120
47540
277
F39T5HO - One Lamp Applications
120
47534
277
1
PRS
120
47540
277
F39T5HO - Two Lamp Applications
120
47540
2
SER-PRS
277
F54T5HO- One Lamp Applications
120
47542
1
PRS
277
F54T5HO- Two Lamp Application
120
47542
2
SER-PRS
277

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

US

B224PUNV-C

•

B239PUNV-D

•

B224PUNV-C

•

B239PUNV-D

•

B224PUNV-C

•

B239PUNV-D

FOR (2), (3) & (4)
F25T12 (ANSI ONLY) LAMPS

•

0.23
0.10
0.27
0.13

28
32

>.98
>.95
>.98
>.90

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

1.06

<10

0/-18

4b

-C

1.25

<10

0/-18

4b

-D

0.45
0.19
0.51
0.22

53
52

>.98

1.00

<10

0/-18

4b

-C

59

>.98
>.95

1.15

<10

0/-18

4b

-D

0.34
0.15
0.39
0.18

41
40

>.98

0.95

<10

0/-18

4b

-C

47

>.98
>.95

1.10

<10

0/-18

4b

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
Catalog
C
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
Number
F25T12 - Two Lamp Applications
120
49707
GE-232-MAX-L/Ultra
277
2
PAR-IS
120
49772
GE-232-MAX-N/Ultra
277
F25T12 - Three Lamp Applications
120
49708
GE-332-MAX-L/Ultra
277
120
3
PAR-IS
49773
GE-332-MAX-N/Ultra
277
80136
347
B332I347HP
F25T12 - Four Lamp Applications
120
49709
GE-432-MAX-L/Ultra
277
120
49774
4
PAR-IS
GE-432-MAX-N/Ultra
277

-D

B239PUNV-D

•

0.75
0.32

89
88

>.98

1.00

<10

0/-18

4b

-D

B254PUNV-D

•

0.54
0.24

64

>.98
>.95

1.10

<10

0/-18

4b

-D

B254PUNV-D

•

1.03
0.43

121
117

>.98

1.00

<10

0/-18

4b

-D

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

US

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•
•

•

•

•

•

•

0.36
0.16
0.41
0.18

>.99
>.96
>.99
>.97

42
48

0.53
0.24
0.61
0.27
0.21

72
71
71

>.99
>.97
>.99
>.98
>.99

0.71
0.31
0.81
0.35

84
83
96
95

>.99
>.97
>.99
>.98

63

TBD
TBD

TBD
TBD
0.79
TBD
TBD

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

<10
<19
<10
<16
<10
<13
<10
<13
<10
<10
<15
<10
<13

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1B

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

1C

-A

0/-18

6

ST

0/-18

1D

-A

0/-18

1D

-A

F25T12

T5HO & T10

T5HO FOR F24, F39,
F28 & F54 T5HO LAMPS

FOR F40T10 LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F40T10 - One Lamp Applications
80152
120
80153
277
1
RS
80154
120
80155
277
F40T10 - Two Lamp Applications
80154
120
2
PAR-RS
80155
277
F40T10 - Three Lamp Applications
80156
120
3
PAR-RS
80157
277

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

B140R120HP
B140R277HP
B240R120HP
B240R277HP

•
•
•
•

0.34
0.15
0.44
0.19

39
39
48
48

> .98
> .98
> .98
> .98

0.89
0.89
1.03
1.03

< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

2
2
4
4

ST
ST
ST
ST

B240R120HP
B240R277HP

•
•

0.67
0.29

80
80

> .98
> .98

0.90
0.90

< 10
< 10

50/10
50/10

4
4

ST
ST

B340R120HP
B340R277HP

•
•

0.98
0.43

116
116

> .98
> .98

0.90
0.90

< 10
< 10

50/10
50/10

5
5

ST
ST

DIMENSIONS

DIMENSIONS

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
-C, -D

1-32

ST
-C
-D

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

9.50”
14.25”
16.88”

2.40”
1.18”
1.18”

transforming the power of light ™

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”
1.00”
1.00”

8.89”
13.75”
16.20”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST
-A

9.50”
9.50”

2.40”
1.70”

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”
1.18”

8.89”
8.89”

1.69”
1.69”

1.69”
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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

FOR (1), (2) & (3)
F40T12 LAMPS

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F30T12 - One Lamp Applications
80152
120
80153
277
1
RS
80154
120
80155
277
F30T12 - Two Lamp Applications
87049
120
80154
2
PAR-RS 120
80155
277
F30T12 - Three Lamp Applications
80156
120
3
PAR-RS
80157
227

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F40T12 - One Lamp Applications
80152
120
80153
277
87219
1
RS
120
80154
120
80155
277
F40T12 - Two Lamp Applications
87219
120
80154
120
80155
2
PAR-RS 277
80156
120
80157
277
F40T12 - Three Lamp Applications
80156
120
3
PAR-RS
80157
277

Dim.

B140R120HP
B140R277HP
B240R120HP
B240R277HP

•
•
•
•

0.26
0.11
0.33
0.14

30
30
37
37

> .95
> .95
> .95
> .95

0.91
0.91
1.05
1.05

< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

2
2
4
4

ST
ST
ST
ST

B240R120RH
B240R120HP
B240R277HP

•
•
•

0.51
0.50
0.22

59
60
60

> .95
> .95
> .95

0.92
0.92
0.92

< 20
< 10
< 10

50/10
50/10
50/10

4
4
4

ST
ST
ST

B340R120HP
B340R277HP

•
•

0.75
0.33

90
90

> .98
>.98

0.91
0.91

< 10
<10

50/10
50/10

5
5

ST
ST

FOR (1), (2) & (3) F30T12/WM LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F30T12/WM - One Lamp Applications
80152
120
80153
277
1
RS
80154
120
80155
277
F30T12/WM - Two Lamp Applications
80153
120
2
PAR-RS
80157
277
F30T12/WM - Three Lamp Applications
80156
120
3
PAR-RS
80157
277

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

B140R120HP
B140R277HP
B240R120HP
B240R277HP

•
•
•
•

0.24
0.10
0.30
0.13

27
27
33
33

> .97
> .97
> .95
> .95

0.86
0.86
1.00
1.00

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16
60/16
60/16

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

2
2
4
4

ST
ST
ST
ST

B240R120HP
B240R277HP

•
•

0.46
0.20

53
53

> .98
> .98

0.88
0.88

< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16

4
4

ST
ST

B340R120HP
B340R277HP

•
•

0.64
0.28

76
76

> .98
> .98

0.88
0.88

< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16

5
5

ST
ST

US

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

B140R120HP
B140R277HP
B240R120RH
B240R120HP
B240R277HP

•
•
•
•
•

0.33
0.14
0.41
0.42
0.18

39
39
46
46
46

> .99
> .99
> .90
> .98
> .98

0.88
0.88
1.09
1.02
1.02

< 10
< 10
< 20
< 10
< 10

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

2
2
4
4
4

ST
ST
ST
ST
ST

B240R120RH
B240R120HP
B240R277HP
B340R120HP
B340R277HP

•
•
•
•
•

0.62
0.65
0.28
0.70
0.31

73
75
74
84
84

> .98
> .99
> .99
> .98
> .98

0.89
0.88
0.90
1.04
1.04

< 20
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

4
4
4
5
5

ST
ST
ST
ST
ST

B340R120HP
B340R277HP

•

0.94
0.41

113
113

> .99
> .99

0.88
0.88

< 10
< 10

50/10
50/10

5
5

ST
ST

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F40T12/WM - One Lamp Applications
80152
120
80153
277
87219
1
RS
120
80154
120
80155
277
F40T12/WM - Two Lamp Applications
87219
120
80154
2
PAR-RS 120
80155
277
FF40T12/WM - Three Lamp Applications
80156
120
3
PAR-RS
80157
277

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

B140R120HP
B140R277HP
B240R120RH
B240R120HP
B240R277HP

•
•
•
•
•

0.28
0.12
0.36
0.35
0.15

33
33
39
39
39

> .98
> .98
> .89
> .98
> .98

0.86
0.86
1.10
0.97
0.97

< 10
< 10
< 20
< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16
60/16
60/16
60/16

2
2
4
4
4

ST
ST
ST
ST
ST

B240R120RH
B240R120HP
B240R277HP

•
•
•

0.53
0.54
0.23

62
64
64

> .95
> .99
> .99

0.89
0.86
0.86

< 20
< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16
60/16

4
4
4

ST
ST
ST

B340R120HP
B340R277HP

•
•

0.78
0.34

93
93

> .99
> .99

0.86
0.86

< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16

5
5

ST
ST

DIMENSIONS
STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST

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Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

FOR (1), (2) & (3)
F40T12/WM LAMPS

DIMENSIONS
IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

Catalog
Number

F40T12 & F40T12/WM

F30T12 & F30T12/WM

FOR (1), (2) & (3) F30T12 LAMPS

9.50”

2.40”

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IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”

8.89”

1.69”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST

9.50”

2.40”

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”

8.89”

1.69”

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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F48T12 - One Lamp Applications
80160
120
1
IS
80161
277
F48T12 - Two Lamp Applications
80158
120
80159
277
2
PAR-IS
80160
120
80161
277

Catalog
Number

FOR F96T12 LAMPS
Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•

0.39
0.18

47
47

> .95
> .95

1.08
1.08

< 10
< 10

0/-18
0/-18

14
14

SL
SL

B260I120RH
B260I277RH
B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•
•
•

0.68
0.29
0.61
0.27

76
76
74
74

> .95
> .95
> .98
> .98

0.92
0.92
0.91
0.91

< 25
< 25
< 10
< 10

0/-18
0/-18
0/-18
0/-18

14
14
14
14

SL
SL
SL
SL

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F96T12 - One Lamp Applications
80158
120
80159
277
1
IS
80160
120
80161
277
F96T12 - Two Lamp Applications
80158
120
80159
277
2
PAR-IS
80160
120
80161
277

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

B260I120RH
B260I277RH
B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•
•
•

0.73
0.31
0.70
0.31

83
83
84
84

> .95
> .95
> .98
> .98

1.02
1.02
1.05
1.05

< 25
< 25
< 10
< 10

0/-18
0/-18
0/-18
0/-18

14
14
14
14

SL
SL
SL
SL

B260I120RH
B260I277RH
B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•
•
•

1.16
0.50
1.16
0.50

133
133
137
137

> .95
> .95
> .99
> .99

0.86
0.86
0.88
0.88

< 20
< 20
< 10
< 10

0/-18
0/-18
0/-18
0/-18

14
14
14
14

SL
SL
SL
SL

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

T12 SLIMLINE & T12
HIGH OUTPUT

T12 & T12/WM

FOR F48T12 LAMPS

FOR F96T12/WM LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F96T12/WM - One Lamp Applications
80158
120
80159
277
1
IS
80160
120
80161
277
F96T12/WM - Two Lamp Applications
80158
120
80159
277
2
PAR-IS
80160
120
80161
277

FOR F48T12/WM LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F48T12/WM - One Lamp Applications
80160
120
1
IS
80161
277
F48T12/WM - Two Lamp Applications
80158
120
80159
277
2
PAR-IS
80160
120
81161
277

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•

0.36
0.16

42
42

> .95
> .95

1.08
1.08

< 15
< 15

60/16
60/16

14
14

SL
SL

B260I120RH
B260I277RH
B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•
•
•

0.60
0.25
0.57
0.25

64
64
66
66

> .95
> .95
> .95
> .95

0.92
0.92
0.93
0.93

< 25
< 25
< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16
60/16
60/16

14
14
14
14

SL
SL
SL
SL

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

B260I120RH
B260I277RH
B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•
•
•

0.60
0.26
0.59
0.26

66
66
70
70

> .90
> .90
> .98
> .98

1.05
1.05
1.05
1.03

< 25
< 25
< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16
60/16
60/16

14
14
14
14

SL
SL
SL
SL

B260I120RH
B260I277RH
B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•
•
•

0.93
0.40
0.96
0.40

107
107
112
112

> .95
> .95
> .99
> .99

0.88
0.88
0.88
0.88

< 20
< 20
< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16
60/16
60/16

14
14
14
14

SL
SL
SL
SL

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

FOR T12 HIGH OUTPUT LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F72T12HO - Two Lamp Applications
80162
120
2
SER-RS
80163
277
F73T12/BL/HO - Two Lamp Applications
80664
2
SER-RS
120
F84T12HO - Two Lamp Applications
80162
120
2
SER-RS
80163
277
F96T12HO - Two Lamp Applications
80162
120
2
SER-RS
80163
277

FOR F72T12 LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F72T12 - One Lamp Applications
80158
120
80159
277
1
IS
80160
120
80161
277
F72T12 - Two Lamp Applications
80158
120
80159
277
2
PAR-IS
80160
120
80161
277

Catalog
Number

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

B260I120RH
B260I277RH
B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•
•
•

0.60
0.25
0.55
0.25

66
66
67
67

> .90
> .90
> .95
> .95

1.04
1.04
1.06
1.06

< 25
< 25
< 10
< 10

0/-18
0/-18
0/-18
0/-18

14
14
14
14

SL
SL
SL
SL

B260I120RH
B260I277RH
B260I120HP
B260I277HP

•
•
•
•

0.92
0.39
0.90
0.39

107
107
107
107

> .95
> .95
> .99
> .99

0.90
0.90
0.91
0.91

< 20
< 20
< 10
< 10

0/-18
0/-18
0/-18
0/-18

14
14
14
14

SL
SL
SL
SL

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

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9.50”
11.75”

C

B295SR120HP
B295SR277HP

•
•

1.40
0.61

169
169

> .99
> .99

0.95
0.95

< 10
< 10

-20/-29
-20/-29

4
4

SL
SL

493B2

•

1.60

180

> .90

1.00

< 25

50/10

4

ST

B295SR120HP
B295SR277HP

•
•

1.60
0.69

185
185

> .99
> .99

0.89
0.91

< 10
< 10

- 20/-29
- 20/-29

4
4

SL
SL

B295SR120HP
B295SR277HP

•
•

1.77
0.76

208
208

> .99
> .99

0.90
0.90

< 10
< 10

- 20/-29
- 20/-29

4
4

SL
SL

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F96T12HO/WM - Two Lamp Applications
80162
120
2
SER-RS
80163
277

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start
Temp

Wiring
Diag.

Dim.

< 10
< 10

60/16
60/16

4
4

SL
SL

Catalog
Number
B295SR120HP
B295SR277HP

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

C

•
•

1.47
0.63

174
174

> .99
> .99

0.88
0.88

DIMENSIONS
PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST
SL

Certification
Line
Input Power Ballast
UL Type UL Type Current Power Factor Factor
US
(Amps) (Watts) (PF)
(BF)
CC
HL

FOR T12HO/WM HIGH OUTPUT LAMPS

DIMENSIONS
STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

Catalog
Number

2.40”
3.13”

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”
1.78”

transforming the power of light ™

8.89”
11.41”

1.69”
2.00”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST
SL

9.50”
11.75”

2.40”
3.13”

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”
1.78”

8.89”
11.41”

1.69”
2.00”

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ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Line

Black
White

BALLAST

Blue
Blue
Blue
Red

LAMP
LAMP
LAMP

Blue

Black
Line

White
Yellow

Blue

BALLAST

Red
Red

Yellow

LAMP
LAMP
LAMP
LAMP

DIAGRAM 1

DIAGRAM 1A

DIAGRAM 1B

DIAGRAM 5

DIAGRAM 6

DIAGRAM 7

DIAGRAM 1C

DIAGRAM 1D

DIAGRAM 2

DIAGRAM 7A

DIAGRAM 8

DIAGRAM 13

DIAGRAM 3

DIAGRAM 4

DIAGRAM 14

DIAGRAM 23

DIAGRAM 30

WIRING DIAGRAMS

WIRING DIAGRAMS

WIRING DIAGRAMS

DIAGRAM 4A

DIAGRAM 4B

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ELECTRONIC BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC BALLASTS

The effective dimming of fluorescent lights delivers
a wide range of benefits: greater control of workspace lighting, ability to create a mood, energy
savings, and more. Our electronic T8 fluorescent
dimming products help you save as much as 30%
on energy bills—and they meet today’s toughest
specification requirements, including ASHRAE 90.1
and California Title 24.
GE offers three options for variable lighting
control: continuous dimming (100% to 5%) and
two forms of light level switching (either 100/50%
or 100/60/30%).
Dimming ballasts from GE are designed to
ensure optimum lamp performance. Their Lamp
Current Crest Factors are well below the maximum
1.7 ANSI standard — and they start the lamps
according to ANSI recommendations throughout
the entire dimming range. Both of these important
design parameters ensure optimum lamp performance. In addition, our dimming ballasts actually
increase cathode heating when dimming to
maintain the cathode’s proper temperature, which
enhances lamp life and performance stability.
Continuous Dimming (V5)
• 1, 2 & 3 lamp models with full range
dimming (100% to 5%)
• Designed for optimal lamp performance
— Cathode voltage increases as lamps dim
— Positive starting at all dimming levels
— No lamp dropout
— No flicker at all dimming levels

APPLICATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION
• Line voltage control circuit protection
— Miswiring of control leads will not damage
the ballast
• Compatible with all 0 to 10 Volt DC controls
and photocells
• Maximum energy savings versus comparable
ballasts on the market
• THD <10% throughout the entire dimming
range
• 120, 277 and 347 Volt models available

Light Level Switching (S30 & S50)
• 1, 2, & 3 lamp models for 120 & 277 Volt
• Switches to preset light levels, keeping all
lamps illuminated
• Eliminates the dark spots associated with
inboard/outboard
• Connects with two line voltage power leads
— Wires the same as an inboard/outboard
fixture
— No special controls required; uses two wall
switches
• Meets all ASHRAE 90.1 and California Title 24
requirements for lighting control
• THD <10%
• Lower installed costs; less wiring and
equipment required

SAFETY
Dimming ballasts follow the same guidelines
as electronic ballasts in regard to the application
and operating information. In addition to the section for electronic ballasts, the following applies
specifically to dimming electronic ballasts. See
pages 1-13 and 1-14 for electronic ballast application and operating information.
V5 dimming ballasts are controlled by using
10-0vDC. Care should be taken to ensure that the
line voltage (AC) wires are not connected to the
low voltage DC wires. Electronic dimming ballasts
have a protection circuit that will sense if the ballast has been connected in this manner and not
harm the ballast or the installer. If connected in
this mode, the lamps will dim to the 30% level.

Compatible Dimming Controls
For a listing of compatible controls for the V5
dimming ballasts, please see page1-45 in this
catalog.
Fusing
Class P ballasts do not require fusing. Fusing
can be used when a single circuit has a large number of fixtures/ballasts. For a comprehensive list of
appropriate fuses, contact your GE representative.

DIMMING APPLICATION
& OPERATING INFO.

DIMMING
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

DIMMING PRODUCT OVERVIEW

New Lamp Installation
When new lamps are installed, they must
operate at a full bright level for a minimum of 100
hours prior to dimming. Failure to do this will
effect lamp life and cause the lamps to not dim
properly. Consult your lamp manufacturer for further lamp information.
Light Level Switching Installation Note
The two power leads for the light level switching ballasts must be connected to the same power
circuit. The leads should connect to separate
switches or relays for control of the light level
switching operation. Connection of the input
leads to separate power circuits can damage the
ballasts and cause electrical system problem.
Note:
Do not connect any other ballast to the load
side of the switches controlling the switched
dimming ballast.

GE dimming ballasts help you save as much as 30%
on energy bills.

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GE Light Level Switching for ultimate control.

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ELECTRONIC BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC BALLASTS

CONTROLS CROSS REFERENCE

1-42

Continuous Dimming & Light Level
Switching
1. Ballasts shall operate from 60 Hz input source
of 120, 277 Volts, and sustained variations of
±10% (Voltage & Frequency) with no damage
to the ballasts.
2. Ballasts shall be a high frequency electronic
type, and operate lamps at a frequency above
20 kHz.
3. Lamp Current Crest Factor (ratio of peak to
RMS current) shall be 1.7 or less in accordance
with lamp manufacturer recommendation and
ANSI C82.11-1993.
4. Ballasts shall tolerate operation in ambient
temperatures up to 105°F (40°C) without
damage.
5. Ballasts shall comply with FCC Part 18 NonConsumer Equipment for EMI (power line
conducted) and RFI (Radiated).
6. Ballasts shall provide transient immunity as
recommended by ANSI C62.41-1991.
7. Ballasts shall operate lamps with no visible
flicker (<3% flicker index).
8. Ballasts shall tolerate sustained open circuit
and short circuit output conditions without
damage.
9. Ballasts shall be Underwriters Laboratory (UL
935) listed, Class P, Type 1 Outdoor, and CSA
certified where applicable.
10. Ballast shall have a Ballast Factor greater than
.85 per ANSI C82.11-1993, in the 100% light
position.
11. Input current Total Harmonic Distortion shall
not exceed 10% for the primary lamp.
12. Ballasts shall have a Power Factor greater than
.98 for primary lamp.
13. The ballasts shall not have any PCBs.
14. The manufacturer shall provide written warranty against defects in material or workmanship,
including replacement, for five years from date
of manufacture.
15. Ballast shall be manufactured in an ISO 9001
Certified Facility.
16. Ballasts shall provide rapid starting sequence
consistent with ANSI standard C82.11-1993.
17. GE model ___________ (or approved equal).

Continuous Dimming:
From 100% to 5% (V5 Ballast)
• Ballast 10-0 Volt (DC) control leads shall have
safety/protection circuitry to protect the ballast
against improper wiring of line voltage (AC) to
control leads (DC).
• In the event of improper wiring, the ballast will
operate with no harm to the ballast or user.
The ballast will dim to a 30% light level.
• All lamps must remain on at low light levels
(No Lamp Dropout).
Light Level Dimming:
From 100% to 60% to 30% or
100% to 50% (S30/S50 Ballasts)
• Ballast(s) must be operable with two standard
wall switches or relays.
• Both switches must be wired on same phase
of circuit.
• Ballast(s) must be compatible with Power Line
Carrier (PLC) Systems.
• Ballast must provide equal lamp current to
each lamp at all settings.

transforming the power of light ™

Company Name
& Phone
Electronics Diversified
800-547-2690
Prolight Dimming System
Honeywell
800-345-6770
use with EL7305A1010
Hunt Dimming
970-484-9048
Leviton
800-824-3005
DPSPE-212
Lightolier Controls
800-526-2731
Vega Slider
LEQ BC
Lithonia Controls
800-533-2719
SQ1DC
Novitas
310-568-9600
PLC Multipoint
425-353-7552
Prescolite Controls
800-DIMMERS
PA7
Sensor Switch
800-727-7483
Thomas Industries
601-842-7212
UNENCO
800-227-0452
Watt Stopper
800-879-8585
Compatible
Ballasts

Slide Dimmer
or Modules

Photo Sensor
10-0 Volts

MX Dimming System
Versa-Pak Dimming System
EL7315A1019
EL7315A1009

PS-010-xxx
Centura
Illuma Tech IP7

Centura
Photocell: 0DC0P

DIMMING CONTROLS
CROSS REFERENCE

DIMMING
SPECIFICATIONS

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FOR DIMMING BALLASTS

Sunrise Slider
Momentum Slider

LEQ LVBC
SLD LVBC

LEQ DPC
01-PCx
EDSAB
RCD

Element
EW-EF

CM-ALC
DHC-LSD
Daylight Tracker
DT-D
LS-4
LCD-1xx
use with LCD-101 and LCD-103
LS-xxx
B332SRxxxV5 (xxx = 120 or 277)
B232SRxxxV5 (xxx = 120, 277 or 347)
B132RxxxV5 (xxx = 120, 277 or 347

Data Subject to Change Without Notice

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ELECTRONIC BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC BALLASTS

DIMMING BALLASTS FOR
(2), (3) & (4) F32T8 LAMPS

DIMMING
F25T8 & F32T8

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F25T8 - One Lamp Applications
80365

120

80366

277

80359

1

RS

120

80360

277

80353

120

80354

277

86446

347

Catalog
Number
B132R120S30
B132R120S30
B132R120S30
B132R277S30
B132R277S30
B132R277S30
B132R120S50
B132R120S50
B132R277S50
B132R277S50
B132R120V5
B132R120V5
B132R277V5
B132R277V5
B132R347V5
B132R347V5

Certification
UL Type
C
US
CC

@ 100%
@ 60%
@ 30%
@ 100%
@ 60%
@ 30%
@ 100%
@ 50%
@ 100%
@ 50%
@ 100%
@ 5%
@ 100%
@ 5%
@ 100%
@ 5%

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power
(Watts)

Power
Factor
(PF)

Ballast
Factor
(BF)

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Wiring
Temp
Diag.

GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F32T8 - Two Lamp Applications

Dim.

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

0.20
0.16
0.10
0.10
0.08
0.06
0.24
0.13
0.10
0.06
0.22
0.06
0.10
0.03
0.08
0.02

24
19
12
27
21
13
29
16
27
17
26
7
26
7
26
7

> .99
> .99
> .98
> .98
> .95
> .90
> .99
> .98
> .98
> .95
> .99
> .90
> .99
> .90
> .99
> .90

0.93
0.62
0.29
0.91
0.63
0.28
0.92
0.46
0.91
0.47
0.90
0.05
0.90
0.05
0.90
0.05

< 10
< 10
< 15
< 10
< 25
< 25
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 20
< 10
< 15
< 10
< 20
< 10
< 30

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
18
18
18
18
18
18

ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST

2

SER-RS

277

B232SR277S50 @ 100%
B232SR277S50 @ 50%

•
•

•
•

0.18
0.11

48
29

> .99
> .95

0.88
0.45

< 10
< 20

50/10
50/10

16
16

ST
ST

80365

120

80366

277

80359

1

RS

120

80360

277

80353

120

80354

277

86446

347

Catalog
Number
B132R120S30 @ 100%
B132R120S30 @ 60%
B132R120S30 @ 30%
B132R277S30 @ 100%
B132R277S30 @ 60%
B132R277S30 @ 30%
B132R120S50 @ 100%
B132R120S50 @ 50%
B132R277S50 @ 100%
B132R277S50 @ 50%
B132R120V5 @ 100%
B132R120V5 @ 5%
B132R277V5 @ 100%
B132R277V5 @ 5%
B132R347V5 @ 100%
B132R347V5 @ 5%

Certification
UL Type
C
US
CC
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power
(Watts)

Power
Factor
(PF)

Ballast
Factor
(BF)

THD
%

0.27
0.19
0.12
0.13
0.09
0.06
0.27
0.16
0.13
0.07
0.27
0.07
0.12
0.03
0.09
0.02

32
23
14
33
25
15
32
19
36
19
32
8
32
8
32
8

> .99
> .99
> .98
> .99
> .98
> .95
> .99
> .98
> .99
> .95
> .99
> .90
> .99
> .90
> .99
> .90

0.89
0.60
0.28
0.89
0.63
0.28
0.89
0.44
0.89
0.45
0.88
0.05
0.88
0.05
0.88
0.05

< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 15
< 20
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 20
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 15
< 10
< 20

Min. F/C
Start Wiring
Temp
Diag.
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
18
18
18
18
18
18

2

SER-RS

120

80362

277

80355

120

80356

277

86448

347

80362

277

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power
(Watts)

Power
Factor
(PF)

Ballast
Factor
(BF)

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Wiring
Temp
Diag.

Dim.

B232SR120S30 @ 100%
B232SR120S30 @ 60%
B232SR120S30 @ 30%
B232SR277S30 @ 100%
B232SR277S30 @ 60%
B232SR277S30 @ 30%
B232SR120S50 @ 100%
B232SR120S50 @ 50%
B232SR277S50 @ 100%
B232SR277S50 @ 50%
B232SR120V5 @ 100%
B232SR120V5 @ 5%
B232SR277V5 @ 100%
B232SR277V5 @ 5%
B232SR347V5 @ 100%
B232SR347V5 @ 5%
B232SR277S50 @ 100%
B232SR277S50 @ 50%

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

0.52
0.38
0.24
0.23
0.17
0.11
0.52
0.31
0.23
0.14
0.52
0.12
0.23
0.05
0.18
0.04
0.23
0.14

62
45
28
62
45
28
62
37
62
37
62
13
62
13
62
13
62
37

> .99
> .95
> .95
> .99
> .95
> .95
> .99
> .95
> .99
> .95
> .99
> .90
> .99
> .90
> .99
> .90
>.99
>.90

0.88
0.58
0.27
0.88
0.58
0.27
0.88
0.48
0.88
0.48
0.88
0.05
0.88
0.05
0.88
0.05
0.88
0.48

< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 15
< 10
< 15
<10
<10

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
16
19
19
19
19
19
19
16
19

ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST

80369

120

B332SR120S30 @ 100%
B332SR120S30 @ 60%
B332SR120S30 @ 30%
B332SR277S30 @ 100%
B332SR277S30 @ 60%
B332SR277S30 @ 30%
B332SR120S50 @ 100%
B332SR120S50 @ 50%
B332SR277S50 @ 100%
B332SR277S50 @ 50%
B332SR120V5 @ 100%
B332SR120V5 @ 5%
B332SR277V5 @ 100%
B332SR277V5 @ 5%

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

0.78
0.61
0.40
0.34
0.26
0.16
0.78
0.50
0.34
0.22
0.77
0.17
0.33
0.07

93
69
43
94
69
43
93
57
93
57
92
20
92
20

> .99
> .95
> .95
> .99
> .95
> .95
> .99
> .95
> .99
> .95
> .99
> .90
> .99
> .90

0.88
0.60
0.30
0.88
0.60
0.30
0.88
0.48
0.88
0.48
0.88
0.05
0.88
0.05

< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 15

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

17
17
17
17
17
17
17
17
17
17
20
20
20
20

ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST

80370

277

ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST
ST

3

SER-RS

120

80364

277

80357

120

80358

277

B432SR277V5 @ 100%
B432SR277V5 @ 5%

•
•

•
•

0.42
0.11

112
27

> .99
> .90

0.88
0.05

< 10
< 15

50/10
50/10

26
26

-ZZ
-ZZ

F32T8 - Four Lamp Applications
?????

4

SER-RS

277

DIMENSIONS
STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

ST

IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W

1-44

277

80363

Dim.

DIMENSIONS
IS = Instant Start
PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
RS = Rapid Start

80368

Certification
UL Type
C
US
CC

F32T8 - Three Lamp Applications

DIMMING BALLASTS
FOR (1) F32T8 LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product Code
Starting Line
(C Pack) Qty. Method Volts
F32T8 - One Lamp Applications

120

80361

F25T8 - Two Lamp Applications
80362

80367

Catalog
Number

DIMMING F32T8

DIMMING BALLASTS
FOR (1) & (2) F25T8 LAMPS

9.50”

2.40”

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Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”

8.89”

1.69”

STARTING METHOD LEGEND
PAR-IS = Parallel Instant Start
PAR-PRS = Parallel Programmed Rapid Start

PAR-RS = Parallel Rapid Start
SER-RS = Series Rapid Start

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
W
ST
-ZZ

9.50”
16.40”

2.40”
2.40”

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1.55”
1.50”

8.89”
15.88”

1.69”
1.69”

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DIMMING DIAGRAMS

DIMMING WIRING DIAGRAMS

1-46

DIAGRAM 15

DIAGRAM 16

DIAGRAM 17

DIAGRAM 18

DIAGRAM 19

DIAGRAM 20

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A

WIDE PRODUCT LINE TO MEET ALL
YOUR NEEDS

GE's full spectrum of solutions includes ballasts for
T12/T10/T8 applications, plus Slimline, Circline, triggerstart and preheat ballasts. We also make rugged
weatherproof ballasts...and models specifically
engineered for the fast growing export market.

ELECTROMAGNETIC
FLOURESCENT
BALLASTS

Our comprehensive line of magnetic ballasts offers outstanding
performance and value. These energy-efficient ballasts are available
for a wide variety of applications.

GE has a comprehensive line of energy-efficient magnetic
ballasts for T12, T10 and T8 applications.

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ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

Rapid Start Ballasts
These ballasts provide smooth starting to rapid start
lamps – reaching full brightness in about two seconds
without the use of starters. They have built-in filament
windings that energize the low-voltage cathodes in rapid
start lamps. Because electrodes are continuously heated,
less voltage is required to strike an arc through a rapid
start lamp than a slimline one.
Rapid Start
Ballasts

PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Ballasts for T8 Applications
GE‘s T8 product offering includes models for F17,
F25, F32 and F40 type T8 lamps. This product line features OcTek™ electromagnetic ballast models. These models are low initial cost energy efficient options for use
with F32T8, 4-foot rapid start lamps. These models are
available in several variations, including full, medium, low
light output and hybrid versions (OkTek™ Plus). These
models maximize energy savings and provide effective
choices when retrofitting 4-foot T12 fixtures.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

T8 Applications

Ballasts for T12/T10 Applications
GE offers a wide variety of T12 and T10 ballasts to
operate 1-3 rapid start lamps. This lamp/ballast system
provides smooth, virtually instant starting without the use
of starters (30-and 40-watt T12 models and 40-watt T10
models are available). Models for U-lamp applications are
also available. These “hybrid” type ballasts incorporate an
electronic switch which disconnects power to the lamp
cathodes after start-up, saving additional energy.
T12/10 Applications

Rapid Start Dimming Ballasts
Light levels produced by fluorescent lamps can be
adjusted by using rapid start dimming ballasts in
conjunction with proper control devices. These ballasts
are generally for one- and two-lamp operation of 40watt rapid start lamps – and they may also be used with
30-watt rapid start lamps. However, 30-watt lamps and
40-watt lamps should not be mixed on the same
dimming control. Different colors and brands of lamps,
or different ballast brands, also should not be mixed on
the same dimming control. All dimming ballasts are
recommended for use with phase controlled-type
dimming controls only and subject to the approval of the
dimming control manufacturer.

Circline Ballasts
These products are available in 430 mA rapid start
and preheat types, designed for use with circline
lamps. The operating characteristics are the same for
both circline and conventional lamps. All circline socket
wires are fully sleeved.
Trigger-Start Ballasts
These ballasts are designed for use with general
fluorescent lamps and do not require the use of
starters. They contain preheat windings which allow
regular lamp filaments to be heated in one second.
However, they require a higher open-circuit voltage
than rapid start ballasts.
Preheat Ballasts
These units are designed for use with general
fluorescent lamps and require the use of starters. These
ballasts deliver an open-circuit voltage high enough to
activate the starter to preheat lamp filaments to a
temperature approximately 1750°F. After a few seconds, the starter opens the filament circuit. This provides an additional power surge to enable an electric
arc to strike through the lamp and ignite it. Lamp current is then limited by the ballast to an operating level
proper for the lamp.

Preheat Ballast

Weatherproof Ballasts
Ballasts designated as “weatherproof” are designed
to withstand direct exposure to rain and snow and are
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.–approved for this purpose. The weatherproof ballasts listed within the catalog are enclosed in a round extruded aluminum can
with the cover sealed be a double-rolled seam. It is
supplied with a detached aluminum mounting bracket
containing four keyholes and a stainless steel band with
a threaded fastener. The mounting bracket can be located at any point on the cylinder portion of the ballast.
There is no junction box supplied with the ballast. A
standard 3/4", 14 N.P. thread nipple is provided at one
end of the ballast to allow for the selection of a weathertight junction box most applicable to the particular
needs and local electrical code requirements.
Export (50/60 Hz) Ballasts
Our export product offering consists of a variety of
one- and two-lamp models for rapid start, preheat,
high output, slimline, and 1500 mA lamps. Included in
this product line are ballasts for 50 and 60 Hz applications, including 110, 120, 127, 220, 230, 240, and
277 Volts. Many of these models are available with
resetting thermal protection.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Export (50/60 Hz) Ballast

Rapid Start Dimming
Ballasts
Slimline Ballasts
Our slimline models are designed for use with single-pin slimline lamps. They do not require the use of
starters. These ballasts deliver a high-starting voltage to
the lamps, enabling an arc to strike through the tube
without preheating the lamp cathodes (which are
specially constructed to withstand the shock).
Slimline Ballasts

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APPLICATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION

APPLICATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION

SAFETY

PERFORMANCE

APPLICATION
AND OPERATING
INFORMATION

NEC & UL Requirements
Ballast installation presents the possibility of
exposure to potentially hazardous voltages and
should be performed only by qualified personnel.
All installation, inspection, and maintenance
should be performed only with power to the
fixture turned off. Additionally, all fixtures and
ballasts must be installed and operated in compliance with the National Electrical Code, Underwriters
Laboratories Inc. (UL) requirements, and all local
applicable codes and regulations.
Polarity
Polarity refers to the proper connection of ballast lead wires to line wires. To aid you in making a
correct installation, GE ballast leads are color-coded
for easy identification. The WHITE ballast lead is to
be connected to the neutral (grounded) and the
BLACK (or black with white tracer) lead always to
the phase (“hot”) line wire. Systems where neither
of the line wires are at ground potential require
specially designed ballasts. A change in polarity may
result in the voltage from the lead to the ground
exceeding UL-specified limits. In some types of ballasts, a change in polarity may decrease voltage
from the lead to the ground, thereby impeding the
starting dependability of the ballast.
Grounding
Ballast cases and fixtures must always be
grounded. The ballast case may be grounded to the
fixture or otherwise grounded. It could be hazardous to make contact with an ungrounded fixture
or ballast when in operation. Neglecting to properly
ground the ballast and fixture combination may also
result in failure of certain lamps to start or for unacceptable levels of electromagnetic noise to be conducted onto the power lines.
Operating Line Voltage Limits
To receive the full benefits of rated lamp output
and to prolong ballast life, it is essential that voltage
supplied to an installation be maintained within limits prescribed for each circuit. These limits are listed
in the next column.

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Nominal Voltage
120
220
240
277
347
480
600

Minimum
110
205
220
255
315
450
570

Maximum
125
232
250
290
364
505
630

Subjecting a ballast to excessive voltage for an
extended period results in the deterioration of the
insulation. This insulation breakdown will cause early
ballast failure.
Low voltage has no damaging effect on the ballast. However, lamps may not start reliably, and early
lamp failure could result.
Internal Ballast Protection
Class P Classification – Since January 1, 1984, the
National Electrical Code requires that “where
Fluorescent fixtures are installed indoors, the ballast
shall have thermal protection integral within the ballast except for simple reactance ballasts.” This ruling
applies to replacement ballasts as well as to those
contained within new light fixtures.
In compliance with the National Electrical Code,
UL has established a Class P ballast classification for
fluorescent light fixtures indoors. A Class P ballast
must employ internal thermal protection limiting its
operating temperature.
GE UL-approved Class P ballasts comply with the
National Electrical Code requirement and are
equipped with an automatic resetting thermal protector, built-in and adjacent to the transformer coils. The
resetting thermal protector functions as a thermostat,
which will open and temporarily deactivate the ballast when it exceeds the permissible temperature. It
will reset when the ballast cools to a safe operating
temperature. The ballast will continue to cycle until
the cause of overheating is eliminated. If the ballast is
defective, it must be replaced. If the cause is external,
a Class P ballast will resume normal operation after
abnormal conditions are eliminated.
Fusing
Class P ballasts do not require fusing. Fusing can
be used when a single circuit has a large number of
fixtures/ballasts. For more information, contact your
GE Lighting representative or visit
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Lamp Connections
Electromagnetic and hybrid ballasts may be
Electromagnetic fluorescent ballasts are designed remote mounted according to the table below:
to generate voltages in excess of 300 Volts. It is
imperative that proper connection to good quality
Wire size
30-40 Watt
800 mA - HO
Instant Start
Rapid Start
1500 mA - VHO
(Slimline)
sockets be assured in accordance with wiring diaRed/Blue
Yellow
Red/Blue
Yellow
All Leads
grams throughout this catalog and on product labels.
Leads
Leads
Leads
Leads
Some applications may not require the use of all of
544'
#6
544' 384' 272' 192'
the ballast output leads. If any leads are not to be
340'
#8
340' 240' 170' 120'
connected, each should be individually capped and
214'
#10
214' 150' 107' 75'
insulated to at least 600 Volts.
134'
#12
134' 94'
67'
47'
Application Versatility
Many GE models are designed to allow for applications with different types or quantities of lamps.
Use of products other than noted is not covered by
UL Listing and/or CSA certification and cannot be
warranted.
Audible Noise (Sound)
Electrical equipment, including most fluorescent
lamp ballasts, produces some noise. Care must be
taken to select a ballast with the proper sound rating
for a particular lighting installation. Ballast sound will
be noticeable only when it exceeds the ambient
sound level.
Although no industry standards currently exist,
the generally accepted criteria for sound rating specifications are as follows:
Location
Typical Office
Noisy Office or Retail
Factory, Outdoor

Average
Ambient Noise
< 30 decibels
31-36 decibels
> 36 decibels

Ballast
Recommendation
A
B
C

Remote Mounting
Excessive hot or cold temperatures, audible
noise requirements, or a desire to operate lamps
in more than one fixture with the same ballast
(master/slave), may make it desirable to mount the
ballast remotely. Care must be taken to allow for
ballast heat dissipation and proper grounding.
In any application, the wire used to extend
leads must be at least as large as the wire supplied
on the ballast (18 AWG) with an insulation rating
of 1000 VAC at 90°C. Lead lengths in excess of
those noted cause loading effects that can dramatically impact ballast performance and void the
warranty.

#14
#16
#18

84'
52'
30'

60'
36'
20'

42'
26'
21'

30'
18'
15'

84'
52'
30'

Operating Temperature
Most fluorescent ballasts and lamps are designed
to provide optimum performance at an ambient temperature of 77°F. Three key performance attributes
can be impacted by the ambient (room) temperature
of the installation:

APPLICATION
AND OPERATING
INFORMATION

VOLTAGE RANGE

• Lamp Starting Dependability
Fluorescent lamps are inherently more difficult to
start at low temperatures. All ballasts have limitations as to their ability to start lamps at low
ambient temperatures. In this catalog, the low
starting point for each lamp/ballast combination
appears in the column marked ”Minimum
Starting Temperature.“
• Light Output
Optimum light output from fluorescent lamps
is achieved when the lamp wall is at 100110°F. Any substantial excursion (either colder
or warmer) will result in a reduction in light
output.
• Ballast Life
A fluorescent lamp ballast, like any other electrical device, generates heat during its normal
operation. Ballast temperatures should be kept
as low as possible. Maximum dissipation of
heat through fixture design and proper ballast installation will help. Although excessive
temperature may not cause the ballast to fail
immediately, it can shorten ballast life. To
assure maximum life, the ballast case temperature should not exceed 90°C.

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APPLICATION
AND OPERATING
INFORMATION

Operating Temperature, continued
Causes of ballast overheating:
• Incorrect primary voltage or frequency
• Incorrect size, type or number of lamps
• Failed lamp starter
• Incorrect wiring
• Poor heat dissipation due to surrounding
insulation
• Sealed (Vapor Tight) Fixtures - Unusual heat
build-up due to lack of ventilation in fixtures
may cause thermal (on/off) cycling of certain
ballasts. Consult GE for specific recommendations.
Recommendations:
• Selection of a proper ballast to match the
requirements of the lamp, fixture, voltage and
installation
• Mounting of ballast within the fixture with as
much surface contact as possible between the
ballast and metal portions of the fixture.
• The use of heat-conducting dissipators (radiators), if necessary, which increases surface
contact between the ballast and fixture.
• If necessary, locate the ballast in a remote,
cooler area outside the fixture.
• Planned lamp maintenance – the organized
replacement of failed and failing lamps,
particularly with preheat or slimline systems.
• Use of special LOW HEAT (-LH) rise, VERY LOW
HEAT (-VLH) rise, and SUPER LOW HEAT (-SLH)
rise ballasts where available and necessary.

LOW-LEAKAGE CURRENT
TO GROUND BALLASTS
Many one- and two-lamp, 30- and 40-watt high
power rapid start ballasts, and two- and three-lamp
20-watt trigger start ballasts, meet requirements for
“low-leakage-current-to-ground.” Those most frequently used in low-leakage applications are listed
in the next column.

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Lamps

Line Maximum
Voltage Leakage
@60Hz To Ground

(2)F30T12/RS
(1)F40T12/RS
(2)F40T12/RS
(1)F40T12/RS
(2)F40T12/RS

120
120
120
277
277

20uA
30uA
30uA
50uA
50uA

SPECIFICATIONS

GE
Product
Code

Catalog
Number

86251
573-L-TC-P-IP
86101 412-L-SLH-TC-P-IP
86137 446-L-SLH-TC-P
96158 458-L-SLH-TC-P-IP
86123 443-L-SLH-TC-P

Other ballasts can also be manufactured to meet
low-leakage requirements. Consult GE for complete
information regarding low-leakage ballasts.

TYPE 1 BALLASTS
All GE outdoor non-weatherproof magnetic
ballasts (except those for sign applications) are
designed to meet UL requirements for Type 1 use
(metal enclosure required for wet or damp locations).

BALLASTS FOR
GERMICIDAL LAMPS
GE manufactures ballasts to operate germicidal
lamps. When ordering, make sure the ANSI
designation of the germicidal lamp matches exactly
with the ballast's recommended application.
Several typically encountered germicidal lamps are
listed below along with the proper GE ballast for
their operation.
Contact GE Lighting for additional information
or applications not listed.
Germicidal
Lamp

GE Ballast

See Page
Number

(1)G15T8

200-H2

2-19 - 2-20

All high power factor ballasts are equipped
with capacitators. Oil-filled capacitators
contain non-resetting internal protection
and are manufactured without PCBs.

transforming the power of light ™

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR
ELECTROMAGNETIC BALLASTS

1. Ballasts shall be certified energy saving
magnetic type and operate lamps at a
frequency of 60 Hz.
2. Ballasts shall be specifically designed to
operate (Quantity & Type) lamps.
3. Ballasts shall operate from 60 Hz input
source of _______ Volts*, and tolerate
sustained variations of +5%-10% with
no damage to the ballasts.
4. Ballasts shall provide transient immunity as
recommended by ANSI C62.41-1991,
Location Category A1.
5. Ballasts shall provide starting sequence
consistent with ANSI standard C82.1.
6. Ballasts shall tolerate sustained open circuit and short circuit output conditions
with no damage to the ballasts.
7. Ballasts shall be:
• UL LISTED as Class P and for use in
indoor or Type 1 outdoor applications.
• CSA CERTIFIED where applicable
(120 and 347 Volt models).
8. Ballasts shall tolerate operation, in most
fixtures, at ambient temperatures up to
105°F (40°C). Ballast enclosure is limited
to 90°C maximum temperature.
9. Ballasts shall have a Power Factor greater
than .90.
10. Lamp Current Crest Factor (ratio of peak to
RMS current) shall be 1.7 or less in accordance
with lamp manufacturers recommendation
and ANSI C82.11-1993.
• 1.85 or less for instant start
Slimline (also per ANSI C82.1).
11. Ballasts shall have a Ballast Factor greater
than .925 per ANSI C82.11-1993.
• .95 or greater for HO and VHO
applications.
12. Input current Total Harmonic Distortion
shall not exceed .32 per ANSI C82.1.

13. Ballasts shall be fully encapsulated (potted)
to ensure maximum thermal and structural
integrity.
14. Manufacturer shall provide written warranty against defects in material or workmanship.
15. Manufacturer shall have been manufacturing electromagnetic ballasts for at
least twenty years.
16. Ballast shall be manufactured in North
America
17. GE model*______________ (or approved equal).

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

SPECIFICATIONS

APPLICATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION

2-7

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

LEAD LENGTHS

1
1

L
L
L
L
L
L

68
18
18
10
20

8

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L

10
10
10
22
22
18
20
22
18
68
68
68
68
68
18
18
10
20

1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2

R
R
R
R
R
R
R
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
L
R
R
R
R
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R

27

1
1
1
1
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
1
1

R

26
26
23
29
24
26
9
26
13
27
46
46
46
46
33
38
27
24
17
9

26
23
30
24
26
9
26
13
37
46
46
46
46
33
26
27
24
12
9
9
13
10
13
25
25
20
26
26
33
44
44
44
44
44
46
46
49
38

R
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
L
R
R
L
R

2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1

R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R

13
10
13
25
25
20
26
26
33
44

1

R

45

1
2
2
2
2

R
R
R
L
R

44
46
46
52
38

1

32

2
2

L
L

36
36

2
2

L
L

36
18

2
2
2
2
2
2

L
L
L
L
L
R

65
65
65
65
51
26

2

L

36

2

L

16

2
2
2
2

L
L
L
L

16
26
26
32

1

R

L

27

38

1
2

R
L

20
42

R

23

2

L
L

65
65

2

L

47

Lead Quantities (per color)
Exits (L=Left, R=Right, B=Bottom)
Lengths (in inches, +/- 1")

Catalog
Number

277
120
277

697-L-TC-P-IP
573-L-TC-P-IP
588-L-TC-P-IP

•
•
•

•
•
•

120

413-C-TC-P-IP

•

•

120
277

573-L-TC-P-IP
588-L-TC-P-IP

•
•

•
•

Line
Current
NOM (Amps)

•

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

.16
.66
.29

44
79
79

.98
.95
.96

2.23
1.21
1.21

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

< 20
< 20
< 20

50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A

42
1
1

D2
D2
D2

.63

37

.72

1.95

< 1.7

< 10

50/10

A

8

D1

.57
.26

67
70

.89
.92

1.33
1.31

< 1.9
< 1.9

< 20
< 20

60/15
60/15

A
A

1
1

D2
D2

GE
Lamp
Product
Code
Qty. Descr.
F40T12 - High Power Factor
86101
1 Rapid
86158
1 Rapid
86110
2 Hybrid
86137
2 Rapid
86208
2 Hybrid
86123
2 Rapid
F40T12- Normal Power Factor
86105
1 Rapid

Certification
Line
Volts

Catalog
Number

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

120 412-L-SLH-TC-P-IP★ •
277 458-L-SLH-TC-P-IP★ •
120
420-L-TC-P-IP◆
•
120
446-L-SLH-TC-P
•
277
537-L-TC-P-IP◆
•
277
443-L-SLH-TC-P
•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•

120

•

•

413-C-TC-P-IP❉

•
•
•
•
•
•

Line
Current
NOM (Amps)
•
•

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

•

.45
.19
.62
.75
.31
.34

52
51
72
89
82
90

.95
.95
.85
.94
.94
.95

1.83
1.86
1.18
1.06
1.15
1.06

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

< 20
< 20
< 20
< 20
< 20
< 20

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A
A
A
A

42
42
1
1
1
1

D2
D2
D2
D2
D2
D2

•

.53

36

.61

1.69

< 1.7

< 20

50/10

A

8

D1

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

•

F40T12/WM LAMPS

36
51

2
2

Certification
Line
Volts

★ Not for use with “U” lamps
◆ Not for use with Energy Saver “U” lamps
❉ For Residential Use Only

2
L

GE
Lamp
Product
Code
Qty. Descr.
F30T12 - High Power Factor
86287
1
Rapid
86251
2
Rapid
86253
2
Rapid
F30T12 - Normal Power Factor
86105
1
Rapid
F30T12/WM - High Power Factor
86251
2
Rapid
86253
2
Rapid

F40T12 LAMPS
2

2
2

Length

R

Exit

1

Quantity

27

Length

R

Exit

1

Brown

T12

27
32-12
L
41
L
29
L
20
L
22
L/R 10
L
22
L
10
L
25
L
18
L
18
L
18
L
18
L
18
L
38
L
42
L
20
L
17
L/R 10

27

Quantity

L

Length

1
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2

Exit

Exit

Length
8

68
1

1
1
1
1
1

L

R

Quantity

10
10
10
22
22
18
20
22
18
68

25

1

Length

L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L

L

13

Blue/White

Exit

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

1

R

Yellow

Quantity

18
18
18
18
18
20
10
20
10
10

2

Blue
Length

L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L

Exit

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

L

Quantity

L
L
L
L
L
L
L

13
8-15
8
12
41
9
20
22
10
22
10

Red
Length

R

White

Exit

1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Quantity

200-C-S-P-IP
200-H2-IP
202-B-TC-P-IP
202-SB-TC-IP
213-TC-P-IP
413-C-TC-P-IP
420-L-TC-P-IP
443-L-SLH-TC-P
445-RS-WS-TC-P-IP
446-L-SLH-TC-P
447-LR-TC-P-IP
458-L-SLH-TC-P-IP
480-SLH-TC-P-IP
480-XLH-TC-P-IP
487-SLH-TC-P-IP
487-XLH-TC-P-IP
490-XLH-TC-P-IP
502-A-TC-P-IP
532-BR-TC-P-IP
537-L-TC-P-IP
546-B-TC-P-IP
547-RS-WS-TC-P-IP
548-H2-IP
554-L-TC-P-IP
562-L-TC-P-IP
564-L-TC-P-IP
573-L-TC-P-IP
588-L-TC-P-IP
627-LH-TC-P-IP
697-L-TC-P-IP
754-L-TC-P-IP
798-XLH-TC-P-IP
806-SLH-TC-P
822-BR-TC-P-IP
827-SLH-TC-P
828-BR-TC-P-IP
881-BR-TC-P-IP
930-K-TC-P-IP
937-K-TC-P-IP
957-S-TC-P-IP
960-VLH-TC-P-IP

Length

86071
86073
86078
86080
86085
86105
86110
86123
86132
86137
86144
86158
86164
86167
86171
86173
86176
86185
86206
86208
86222
86227
86231
86240
86243
86245
86251
86253
86264
86287
86341
86351
86359
86372
86378
86381
86396
86402
86411
86430
86432

Exit

Catalog
Number

Quantity

GE
Product
Code

Black/White
Quantity

LEAD LENGTHS

Black

F30T12 AND F30T12/WM LAMPS

L

61.5

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Catalog
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
Number
F40T12/WM - High Power Factor
86101
1 Rapid 120 412-L-SLH-TC-P-IP★ •
86158
1 Rapid 277 458-L-SLH-TC-P-IP★ •
86110
2 Hybrid 120
420-L-TC-P-IP◆
•
86137
2 Rapid 120
446-L-SLH-TC-P
•
86123
2 Rapid 277
443-L-SLH-TC-P
•
86208
2 Hybrid 277
537-L-TC-P-IP◆
•
F40T12/WM - Normal Power Factor
86105
1 Rapid 120
413-C-TC-P-IP❉

Certification

•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•

•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

•

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

.38
.17
.50
.65
.28
.26

44
44
59
74
74
70

.88
.88
.80
.90
.90
.91

2.00
2.00
1.36
1.22
1.22
1.30

< 1.9
< 1.85
< 1.9
< 1.9
< 1.9
< 1.9

< 20
< 20
< 20
< 20
< 20
< 20

60/15
60/15
60/15
60/15
60/15
60/15

A
A
A
A
A
A

42
42
1
1
1
1

D2
D2
D2
D2
D2
D2

.61

33

.68

2.06

< 1.9

< 20

60/15

A

8

D1

★ Not for use with “U” lamps
◆ Not for use with Energy Saver “U” lamps
❉ For Residential Use Only

DIMENSIONS
H

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D1
6 7/16
D2
9 1/2

W
1 7/8
2 3/8

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1 1/2
6
1 1/2
8 57/64
1 11/16

D

2-8

transforming the power of light ™

For
For more
more information,
information, visit
visit www.gelighting.com
www.gelighting.com

2-9
2-9

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

FOR F40T10 LAMPS
F40T12/U LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Code
Qty. Descr.
F40T12/U - High Power Factor
86110
2 Hybrid
86137
2 Rapid
86208
2 Hybrid
86123
2 Rapid

Certification
Line
Volts

Catalog
Number

120
120
277
277

420-L-TC-P-IP◆
446-L-SLH-TC-P
537-L-TC-P-IP◆
443-L-SLH-TC-P

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

.64
.76
.32
.34

•
•

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor
74
90
87
92

.83
.93
.94
.95

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor
1.12
1.03
1.08
1.03

THD
%

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

< 32
< 20
< 20
< 20

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A
A

1
1
1
1

Dim.
D2
D2
D2
D2

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F40T10 - High Power Factor
86101
1 Rapid 120
86158
1 Rapid 277
86110
2 Hybrid 120
86137
2 Rapid 120
86123
2 Rapid 277
86208
2 Hybrid 277

Certification
Catalog
Number
412-L-SLH-TC-P-IP
458-L-SLH-TC-P-IP
420-L-TC-P-IP
446-L-SLH-TC-P
443-L-SLH-TC-P
537-L-TC-P-IP

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•

.45
.19
.65
.76
.33
.32

•
•

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor
52
51
74
90
90
85

.90
.90
.85
.95
.95
.95

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor
1.73
1.76
1.15
1.06
1.06
1.12

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

THD
%
< 20
< 20
< 32
< 20
< 20
< 20

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A
A
A
A

42
42
1
1
1
1

Dim.
D2
D2
D2
D2
D2
D2

◆ Not for use with Energy Saver “U” lamps

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Catalog
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
Number
F40T12/WM/U - High Power Factor
86137
2 Rapid 120
446-L-SLH-TC-P
86123
2 Rapid 277
443-L-SLH-TC-P
F48”25W/UTLS & WORKLITE - Normal Power Factor
86105
1 Rapid 120
413-C-TC-P-IP❉

Certification

•
•

•
•

•
•

•

•

•
•

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

•
•

.65
.28

74
74

.90
.90

1.22
1.22

< 1.9
< 1.9

< 20
< 20

60/15
60/15

A
A

1
1

D2
D2

•

.51

32

.90

2.79

< 1.7

< 20

50/10

A

8

D1

Dim.

T10

T12

FOR F40T12/WM/U, F48" 25W/UTLS
AND WORKLITE 25 LAMPS

❉ For Residential Use Only

DIMENSIONS
H

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D1
6 7/16
D2
9 1/2

W
1 7/8
2 3/8

D

2-10

transforming the power of light ™

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1 1/2
6
1 1/2
8 57/64
1 11/16

DIMENSIONS

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D2
9 1/2

H

W
2 3/8

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1 1/2
8 57/64
1 11/16

M
L

W

D

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

2-11

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

FOR F24, F30, F36 AND
F42T12HO LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F24T12HO - High Power Factor
86174
2 Rapid 120
86264
2 Rapid 277
F36T12HO - High Power Factor
86174
2 Rapid 120
86264
2 Rapid 277
F42T12HO - High Power Factor
86174
2 Rapid 120
86264
2 Rapid 120

FOR F72T12HO LAMPS

Certification
Catalog
Number

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

490-XLH-TC-P
627-LH-TC-P-IP

•
•

•
•

.95
.40

103
103

.81
.94

0.79
0.91

< 2.0
< 1.9

> 32
< 32

-20/-29
50/10

B
B

1
1

D7
D6

490-XLH-TC-P
627-LH-TC-P-IP

•
•

•
•

1.06
.48

121
128

.84
.98

0.69
0.77

< 2.0
< 1.7

< 32
< 20

50/10
50/10

B
B

1
1

D7
D6

490-XLH-TC-P
627-LH-TC-P-IP

•
•

•
•

1.12
.51

130
139

.86
.98

0.66
0.71

< 2.0
< 1.7

< 32
< 20

50/10
50/10

B
B

1
1

D7
D6

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F72T12HO - High Power Factor
86174
1 Rapid 120
86164
2 Rapid 120
86167
2 Rapid 120
86174
2 Rapid 120
86171
2 Rapid 277
86173
2 Rapid 277

Certification
Catalog
Number
490-XLH-TC-P
480-SLH-TC-P-IP
480-XLH-TC-P-IP
490-XLH-TC-P
487-SLH-TC-P-IP
487-XLH-TC-P-IP

NOM

•

•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•

•

•

•

•

Line
Current
(Amps)
.95
1.69
1.69
1.50
.74
.78

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor
107
196
196
177
197
208

.86
.97
.97
.92
.96
.95

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

< 2.0
< 1.9
< 1.9
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

> 32
< 20
< 20
< 10
< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

0.80
0.49
0.49
0.52
0.48
0.46

B
B
B
B
B
B

15
1
1
1
1
1

Dim.
D7
D7
D7
D7
D7
D7

✜ Power Factor Corrected to >85%

FOR F72T12HO LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F48T12HO - High Power Factor
86174
1 Rapid 120
86174
2 Rapid 120
86264
2 Rapid 277

Certification
Catalog
Number
490-XLH-TC-P▼
490-XLH-TC-P
627-LH-TC-P-IP

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM
•
•
•

•
•
•

.82
1.18
.55

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor
82
139
150

.81
.87
.99

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor
0.99
0.63
0.66

< 2.0
< 2.0
< 1.7

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

> 32
< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29
50/10

B
B
B

15
1
1

Dim.
D7
D7
D6

▼ Power Factor Corrected to >70%

Certification
Catalog
Number

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

490-XLH-TC-P▼
490-XLH-TC-P
627-LH-TC-P-IP

•
•
•

•
•
•

.80
1.07
.49

76
124
131

.78
.83
.92

1.03
0.67
0.70

< 2.0
< 2.0
< 1.9

> 32
< 32
< 20

60/15
60/15
60/15

B
B
B

15
1
1

D7
D7
D6

490-XLH-TC-P
490-XLH-TC-P

•
•

•
•

.92
1.42

99
169

.83
.89

0.84
0.53

< 2.0
< 2.0

> 32
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29

B
B

15
1

D7
D7

FOR F60 AND F64T12HO LAMPS
Certification
Catalog
Number
490-XLH-TC-P
490-XLH-TC-P

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM
•
•

•
•

.93
1.50

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor
101
178

.84
.89

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor
0.83
0.50

< 1.9
< 1.9

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

> 32
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29

B
B

15
1

NOM
•

Line
Current
(Amps)

•

1.89

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor
224

1.06

0.47

< 1.7

< 20

50/10

B

1

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

< 1.9
< 1.9
< 1.9
< 1.9

< 20
< 20
< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.
D7

Certification
Catalog
Number
480-SLH-TC-P-IP
480-XLH-TC-P-IP
487-SLH-TC-P-IP
487-XLH-TC-P-IP

NOM
•
•

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

•

•

•

•

Line
Current
(Amps)
1.87
1.98
.87
.89

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor
220
235
235
244

.93
.93
.97
.95

0.42
0.40
0.41
0.39

B
B
B
B

1
1
1
1

Dim.
D7
D7
D7
D7

Dim.

▼ Power Factor Corrected to >70%

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F64T12HO - High Power Factor
86174
1 Rapid 120
86174
2 Rapid 120

Certification

FOR F84T12HO LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F84T12HO - High Power Factor
86164
2 Rapid 120
86167
2 Rapid 120
86171
2 Rapid 277
86173
2 Rapid 277

FOR F48T12HO/WM AND
F60T12HO LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F48T12HO/WM - High Power Factor
86174
1 Rapid 120
86174
2 Rapid 120
86264
2 Rapid 277
F60T12HO - High Power Factor
86174
1 Rapid 120
86174
2 Rapid 120

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Catalog
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
Number
F72T12HO - High Power Factor - Tanning
86351
2 Rapid 120
798-XLH-TC-P-IP

T12HO

T12HO

FOR F48T12HO LAMPS

Dim.
D7
D7

FOR F96T12HO AND
F96T12HO/WM LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F96T12HO - High Power Factor
86174
1 Rapid 120
86164
2 Rapid 120
86167
2 Rapid 120
86171
2 Rapid 277
86173
2 Rapid 277
F96T12HO/WM - High Power Factor
86174
1 Rapid 120
86164
2 Rapid 120
86167
2 Rapid 120
86171
2 Rapid 277
86173
2 Rapid 277

Certification
Catalog
Number
490-XLH-TC-P
480-SLH-TC-P-IP
480-XLH-TC-P-IP
487-SLH-TC-P-IP
487-XLH-TC-P-IP
490-XLH-TC-P
480-SLH-TC-P-IP
480-XLH-TC-P-IP
487-SLH-TC-P-IP
487-XLH-TC-P-IP

NOM

•
•

•
•

•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Dim.

1.10
1.99
2.15
.87
.95

124
237
250
237
261

.85
.96
.96
.95
.97

0.65
0.41
0.39
0.40
0.37

< 2.0
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

< 20
< 10
< 10
< 10
< 10

-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29

B
B
B
B
B

15
1
1
1
1

D7
D7
D7
D7
D7

.94
1.72
1.80
.75
.83

106
202
209
205
223

.81
.89
.89
.91
.92

0.76
0.44
0.43
0.44
0.41

< 2.0
< 1.9
< 1.9
< 1.9
< 1.9

< 32
< 20
< 20
< 20
< 20

60/15
60/15
60/15
60/15
60/15

B
B
B
B
B

15
1
1
1
1

D7
D7
D7
D7
D7

See product overview pages for electromagnetic fluorescent ballasts for additional information on weatherproof applications.

DIMENSIONS
H

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D6
11 3/4
D7
11 3/4

W
3 1/8
3 3/16

D

2-12

transforming the power of light ™

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
1 25/32
11 9/64
2 5/8
11 9/64

DIMENSIONS
H

X
2
2

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D7
11 3/4

W
3 3/16

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
2 5/8
11 9/64

X
2

D

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2-13

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

FOR F96PG17 AND
F96PG17/WM LAMPS

FOR F48PG17 AND
F48T12VHO LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F48PG17 - High Power Factor
86432
2 Rapid 120
F48T12VHO - High Power Factor
86432
2 Rapid 120

Certification
Catalog
Number

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

960-VLH-TC-P-IP①

•

•

1.60

175

.70

0.40

< 2.0

< 32

-20/-29

C

1

D8

960-VLH-TC-P-IP①

•

•

1.62

185

.72

0.39

< 2.0

< 32

-20/-29

C

1

D8

① May be used with equivalent T10 or T10J lamps.

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F96PG17 - High Power Factor
86430
1 Rapid 277
86402
2 Rapid 120
86411
2 Rapid 277
F96PG17/WM - High Power Factor
86430
1 Rapid 277

Certification
Catalog
Number

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

957-S-TC-P-IP
930-K-TC-P-IP❷
937-K-TC-P-IP❷

•
•
•

•
•
•

.83
3.83
1.61

192
446
429

.79
.98
.95

0.41
0.22
0.22

< 1.9
< 1.7
< 1.7

< 32
< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29

C
D
D

12
1
1

D8
D8
D8

957-S-TC-P-IP

•

•

.79

175

.76

0.43

< 1.9

< 32

60/15

C

12

D8

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

❷ Cannot be used with T10 or T10J lamps

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F72PG17 - High Power Factor
86430
1 Rapid 277
86402
2 Rapid 120
86432
2 Rapid 120
86411
2 Rapid 277
F72T12VHO - High Power Factor
86430
1 Rapid 277
86402
2 Rapid 120
86432
2 Rapid 120
86411
2 Rapid 277

Certification
Catalog
Number

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

FOR F96T12VHO AND
F96T12VHO/WM LAMPS
Dim.

957-S-TC-P-IP▼
930-K-TC-P-IP❷
960-VLH-TC-P-IP①
937-K-TC-P-IP❷

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

.76
3.05
2.01
1.26

157
360
239
341

.77
.95
.72
.92

0.49
0.26
0.30
0.27

< 1.9
< 1.7
< 1.9
< 1.7

> 32
< 20
< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29

C
D
C
D

12
1
1
1

D8
D8
D8
D8

957-S-TC-P-IP▼
930-K-TC-P-IP❷
960-VLH-TC-P-IP①
937-K-TC-P-IP❷

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

.75
3.05
2.08
1.26

161
360
248
341

.79
.95
.79
.91

0.49
0.26
0.32
0.27

< 1.9
< 1.7
< 1.9
< 1.7

> 32
< 20
< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29

C
D
C
D

12
1
1
1

D8
D8
D8
D8

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F96T12VHO - High Power Factor
86430
1 Rapid 277
86402
2 Rapid 120
86411
2 Rapid 277
F96T12VHO/WM - High Power Factor
86430
1 Rapid 277

Certification
Catalog
Number

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

Dim.

957-S-TC-P-IP▼
930-K-TC-P-IP❷
937-K-TC-P-IP❷

•
•
•

•
•
•

.81
4.10
1.64

197
482
450

.78
.99
.95

0.40
0.21
0.21

< 1.9
< 1.7
< 1.7

< 32
< 20
< 20

-20/-29
-20/-29
-20/-29

C
D
D

12
1
1

D8
D8
D8

957-S-TC-P-IP▼

•

•

.79

183

.77

0.42

< 1.9

< 32

60/15

C

12

D8

T12VHO

T12VHO

FOR F72PG17 AND
F72T12VHO LAMPS

▼ Power Factor Corrected to >70%
❷ Cannot be used with T10 or T10J lamps

▼ Power Factor Corrected to >70%
❷ Cannot be used with T10 or T10J lamps
① May be used with equivalent T10 or T10J lamps

See product overview pages for electromagnetic fluorescent ballasts for additional information on weatherproof applications.

See product overview pages for electromagnetic fluorescent ballasts for additional information on weatherproof applications.

DIMENSIONS
H

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D8
14 5/16

W
3 3/16

D

2-14

transforming the power of light ™

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
2 5/8
13 3/4

DIMENSIONS
H

X
2

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D8
14 5/16

W
3 3/16

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
2 5/8
13 3/4

X
2

D

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2-15

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

FOR F96T12 AND
F96T12/WM LAMPS

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F24T12 - High Power Factor
86206
2 Instant 277
F36T12 - High Power Factor
86085
2 Instant 120
86206
2 Instant 277
F40T12 /IS - Bi Pin - High Power Factor
86085
2 Instant 120
86206
2 Instant 277
F42T12 - High Power Factor
86085
2 Instant 120
86206
2 Instant 277
F48T12 - High Power Factor
86085
2 Instant 120
86206
2 Instant 277
F48T12/WM - High Power Factor
86085
2 Instant 120
86206
2 Instant 277

Certification
Catalog
Number

NOM

532-BR-TC-P-IP◗

•

•

213-TC-P-IP
532-BR-TC-P-IP◗

•
•

•
•

•

213-TC-P-IP
532-BR-TC-P-IP

•
•

•
•

213-TC-P-IP
532-BR-TC-P-IP

•
•

213-TC-P-IP
532-BR-TC-P-IP
213-TC-P-IP
532-BR-TC-P-IP

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

.29

60

.96

1.60

< 1.85

< 32

32 / 0

B

40

D6

.70
.34

77
75

.95
.93

1.24
1.24

< 1.85
< 1.85

> 32
< 32

50/10
32 / 0

B
B

39
40

D10
D12

•

.80
.37

94
94

.92
.92

0.98
0.98

< 1.85
< 1.85

< 20
< 32

50/10
32 / 0

B
B

39
40

D10
D12

•
•

•

.74
.34

86
84

.93
.94

1.09
1.11

< 2.0
< 1.85

< 32
< 32

50/10
32 / 0

B
B

39
40

D10
D12

•
•

•
•

•

.79
.35

95
95

.92
.96

0.89
1.01

< 1.85
< 1.85

< 20
< 32

50/10
32 / 0

B
B

39
40

D10
D12

•
•

•
•

•

.72
.32

80
82

.91
.94

1.14
1.15

< 2.0
< 2.0

< 32
< 32

60/15
60/15

B
B

39
40

D10
D12

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F96T12 - High Power Factor
86372
1 Instant 120
86381
1 Instant 277
86378
2 Instant 277
F96T12/WM - High Power Factor
86372
1 Instant 120
86381
1 Instant 277
86378
2 Instant 277

Certification
Catalog
Number
822-BR-TC-P-IP
828-BR-TC-P-IP
827-SLH-TC-P-IP
822-BR-TC-P-IP
828-BR-TC-P-IP
827-SLH-TC-P-IP

NOM

•

•
•
•

•
•
•

•

•
•
•

•
•
•

Line
Current
(Amps)

•
•

•
•

•

•

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

.84
.35
.58

96
93
158

.95
.93
.93

0.98
1.00
0.59

< 1.85
< 1.85
< 1.85

< 32
< 32
< 10

0/-18
0/-18
50/10

C
C
C

34
34
40

D6
D6
D12

.70
.30
.48

79
79
132

.90
.96
.89

1.14
1.22
0.67

< 2.0
< 2.0
< 2.0

< 32
< 32
< 20

60/15
60/15
60/15

C
C
C

34
34
40

D6
D6
D12

T12 SLIMLINE

T12 SLIMLINE

FOR F24 - F48T12 LAMPS

◗ Power Factor Corrected to >75%

FOR F60 - F84T12 LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F60T12 - High Power Factor
86396
2 Instant 120
F64T12 - High Power Factor
86396
2 Instant 120
F72T12 - High Power Factor
86372
1 Instant 120
86381
1 Instant 277
86359
2 Instant 120
86396
2 Instant 120
86378
2 Instant 277
F84T12 - High Power Factor
86372
1 Instant 120
86381
1 Instant 277
86359
2 Instant 120
86378
2 Instant 277

Certification
Catalog
Number

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

881-BR-TC-P-IP❏

•

•

.96

109

.84

0.77

< 1.85

< 32

0/-18

C

39

D6

881-BR-TC-P-IP❏

•

•

1.05

119

.84

0.71

< 1.85

< 32

0/-18

C

39

D6

822-BR-TC-P-IP
828-BR-TC-P-IP
806-SLH-TC-P
881-BR-TC-P-IP
827-SLH-TC-P-IP

•

•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•

.72
.30
1.13
1.03
.49

81
78
133
120
135

.95
.92
1.01
.82
.93

1.17
1.18
0.76
0.69
0.69

< 1.85
< 1.85
< 1.85
< 1.85
< 1.85

< 32
< 32
< 20
< 32
< 20

0/-18
0/-18
50/10
0/-18
50/10

C
C
C
C
C

34
34
39
39
40

D6
D6
D6
D6
D12

•
•

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

.77
.33
1.26
.55

89
86
143
150

.96
.94
.95
.95

1.09
1.09
0.67
0.63

< 1.85
< 1.85
< 1.85
< 1.85

< 32
< 32
< 20
< 10

0/-18
0/-18
50/10
50/10

C
C
C
C

34
34
39
40

D6
D6
D6
D12

822-BR-TC-P-IP
828-BR-TC-P-IP
806-SLH-TC-P
827-SLH-TC-P-IP

•

•
•

•

•

•
•

•
•

•
•

❏ Use with any combination of F60T12 & F64T12

DIMENSIONS
H

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D6
11 3/4
D10
9 29/64
D12
11 3/4

W
3 1/8
3 3/32
3 3/16

D

2-16

transforming the power of light ™

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1 25/32
11 9/64
2
1 25/32
8 57/64
1 11/16
1 25/32
11 9/64
2

DIMENSIONS
H

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D6
11 3/4
D12
11 3/4

W
3 1/8
3 3/16

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
1 25/32
11 9/64
1 25/32
11 9/64

X
2
2

D

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ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

FOR F4 AND F6T5 LAMPS

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Catalog
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
Number
FC6T9 (20 Watt) - Normal Power Factor
86071
1 Preheat 120
200-C-S-P-IP♣
86073
1 Preheat 120
200-H2P-IP❶
86227
1 Rapid 120 547-RS-WS-TC-P-IP
FC8T9 (22 Watt) - Normal Power Factor
86071
1 Preheat 120
200-C-S-P-IP♣
86073
1 Preheat 120
200-H2P-IP❶
86227
1 Rapid 120 547-RS-WS-TC-P-IP✩

Certification

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

•
•
•

•
•
•

.40
.34
.64

29
20
27

1.01
.94
.90

3.47
4.66
3.30

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10
< 10

50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A

28
21
29

D11
E1
D1

•
•
•

•
•
•

.24
.30
.60

22
20
30

.93
.83
.85

4.19
4.08
2.83

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10
< 10

50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A

28
21
29

D11
E1
D1

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

CIRCLINE

548-H2-IP❶

•
•
•

.67
.67
.60

37
37
35

.91
.91
.68

2.44
2.44
1.97

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10
< 20

50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A

22
28
29

D11
D11
D1

•

•

.55

33

.60

1.83

< 1.7

< 20

50/10

A

29

D1

✩ Also available in White Cans
♣ Starter is built in as an integral component
❶ Requires Starter

NOM
•

•

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

.17

8

1.00

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor
12.5

THD
%

< 1.7

<10

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.
50/10

A

21

Dim.
E1

FOR F14T8 AND F14T12 LAMPS

♣ Starter is built in as an integral component
♠ Requires one circuit interrupting lamp holder
❶ Requires Starter

•
•
•

Line
Current
(Amps)

❶ Requires Starter

Dim.

FOR 32 AND 40 WATT LAMPS
Certification

Certification
Catalog
Number

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F14T8 - Normal Power Factor
86071
1 Preheat 120
86073
1 Preheat 120
F14T12 - Normal Power Factor
86243
1 Preheat 277
86245
2 Preheat 120
86240
2 Preheat 277
F14T12 - Normal Power Factor
86071
1 Preheat 120
86073
1 Preheat 120
86222
1 Preheat 120

✩ Also available in White Cans
♣ Starter is built in as an integral component
❶ Requires Starter

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Catalog
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
Number
FC12T9 (32 Watt) - Normal Power Factor
86078
1 Preheat 120
202-B-TC-P-IP❶
86080
1 Preheat 120 202-SB-TC-P-IP♣
86132
1 Rapid 120 445-RS-WS-TC-P-IP✩
FC16T9 (40 Watt) - Normal Power Factor
86132
1 Rapid 120 445-RS-WS-TC-P-IP✩

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F4T5 - Normal Power Factor
86231
1 Preheat 120

Certification
Catalog
Number
200-C-S-P-IP♣
200-H2-IP❶

•
•

•
•

562-L-TC-P-IP
564-L-TC-P-IP
554-L-TC-P-IP

•
•
•

•
•
•

200-C-S-P-IP♣
200-H2-IP❶
546-B-TC-P-IP♠

•
•
•

•
•
•

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

•

.42
.36

22
19

1.07
.99

4.89
5.15

< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10

50/10
50/10

A
A

28
21

D11
E1

.11
.39
.17

28
45
45

.75
.79
.79

2.68
1.75
1.76

< 2.0
< 1.7
< 1.9

<32
<20
<20

50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A

12
1
1

D2
D2
D2

•
•

.43
.37
.66

22
20
30

1.11
.98
.86

4.96
4.85
2.87

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10
<10

50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A

28
21
8

D11
E1
D1

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

•

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

PREHEAT/TRIGGER

FOR 20, 22 AND 32 WATT LAMPS

FOR F15T8 LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Code
Qty. Descr.
F15T8 - High Power Factor
86243
1 Preheat
86245
2 Preheat
86240
2 Preheat
F15T8 - Normal Power Factor
86071
1 Preheat
86073
1 Preheat
86222
1 Preheat
86144
2 Preheat

Certification

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Line
Volts

Catalog
Number

277
120
277

562-L-TC-P-IP
564-L-TC-P-IP
554-L-TC-P-IP

•
•
•

•
•
•

•

.12
.47
.20

28
51
51

.88
.91
.89

3.16
1.78
1.76

< 2.0
< 1.7
< 1.9

<32
<32
<20

50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A

12
1
1

D2
D2
D2

120
120
120
120

200-C-S-P-IP♣
200-H2-IP❶
546-B-TC-P-IP♠
447-LR-TC-P-IP

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

•
•

.36
.32
.55
.50

22
20
25
39

1.05
1.05
.89
.75

4.86
5.13
3.50
1.92

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10
<10
<20

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A
A

28
21
8
1

D11
E1
D1
D3

Dim.

♣ Starter is built in as an integral component
♠ Requires one circuit interrupting lamp holder
❶ Requires Starter

DIMENSIONS
L
M
W

H
H

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D1
6 7/16
D11
6 7/16
E1
3 1/16

W
1 7/8
1 7/8
1 25/32

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
1 1/2
6
1 5/16
6
1 5/16
2 3/4

DIMENSIONS
L

X
-

M
W

H
H

M
L

W
M
L
3/32" Slots

D

3/32" Slots

W
1 7/8
2 3/8
2 3/8
1 7/8
1 25/32

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1 1/2
6
1 1/2
8 57/64
1 11/16
1 1/2
6
1 5/16
6
1 5/16
2 3/4
-

D
E

2-18

M
L

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D1
6 7/16
D2
9 1/2
D3
6 19/32
D11
6 7/16
E1
3 1/16

transforming the power of light ™

E

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ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

GE
Lamp
Product
Code
Qty. Descr.
F15T12 - High Power
86243
1 Preheat
86245
2 Preheat
86240
2 Preheat
F15T12 - Normal Power
86071
1 Preheat
86073
1 Preheat
86222
1 Preheaat
86144
2 Preheat
F18T8 - Normal Power
86071
1 Preheat
86073
1 Preheat
F19T8 - Normal Power
86071
1 Preheat
86073
1 Preheat

Certification
Line
Volts

Catalog
Number

277
120
277

562-L-TC-P-IP
564-L-TC-P-IP
554-L-TC-P-IP

•
•
•

•
•
•

•

120
120
120
120

200-C-S-P-IP♣
200-H2-IP❶
546-B-TC-P-IP♠
447-LR-TC-P-IP

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

•
•

120
120

200-C-S-P-IP♣
200-H2-IP❶

•
•

•
•

120
120

200-C-S-P-IP♣
200-H2-IP❶

•
•

•
•

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

.11
.43
.20

28
44
49

.85
.85
.87

3.04
1.91
1.78

< 2.0
< 1.7
< 1.9

<32
<20
<20

50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A

12
1
1

D2
D2
D2

.41
.44
.61
.56

23
21
30
42

1.20
1.08
.96
.80

5.26
5.19
3.23
1.90

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10
<10
<20

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A
A

28
21
8
1

D11
E1
D1
D3

•

.33
.28

21
19

.91
.80

4.31
4.29

< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10

50/10
50/10

A
A

28
21

D11
E1

•

.31
.26

21
18

.91
.80

4.28
4.33

< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10

50/10
50/10

A
A

28
21

D11
E1

♣ Starter is built in as an integral component
❶ Requires Starter
♠ Requires one circuit interrupting lamp holder

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F40T10 - Normal Power Factor
86078
1 Preheat/RS 120
86080
1 Preheat/RS 120
F40T12 - Normal Power Factor
86078
1 Preheat/RS 120
86080
1 Preheat/RS 120
F40T12/WM - Normal Power Factor
86078
1 Preheat/RS 120
86080
1 Preheat/RS 120

Certification
Catalog
Number

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

202-B-TC-P-IP❶
202-SB-TC-P-IP♣

•
•

•
•

.56
.56

38
38

.77
.77

2.05
2.05

< 1.7
< 1.7

<20
<20

50/10
50/10

A
A

22
28

D11
D11

202-B-TC-P-IP❶
202-SB-TC-P-IP♣

•
•

•
•

.60
.60

39
39

.77
.77

1.99
1.99

< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10

50/10
50/10

A
A

22
28

D11
D11

202-B-TC-P-IP❶
202-SB-TC-P-IP♣

•
•

•
•

.68
.68

37
37

.82
.82

2.22
2.22

< 1.9
< 1.9

<10
<10

60/15
60/15

A
A

22
28

D11
D11

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

♣ Starter is built in as an integral component
❶ Requires Starter

DIMMING
FOR F30T12 AND F40T12 LAMPS

60HZ
FOR F20, F25, F30T12
AND F30T8 LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F20T12 - High Power Factor
86243
1 Preheat 277
86245
2 Preheat 120
86240
2 Preheat 277
F20T12 - Normal Power Factor
86071
1 Preheat 120
86073
1 Preheat 120
86222
1 Preheat 120
86144
2 Preheat 120
F30T8 - Normal Power Factor
86078
1 Preheat 120
86080
1 Preheat 120
F30T12 - Normal Power Factor
86078
1 Preheat/RS 120
86080
1 Preheat/RS 120

PREHEAT/TRIGGER
FOR F40T10 AND F40T12 LAMPS

PREHEAT/TRIGGER &
DIMMING

PREHEAT/TRIGGER

FOR F15T12, F18T8
AND F19T8 LAMPS

Certification
Catalog
Number

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

Dim.

562-L-TC-P-IP
564-L-TC-P-IP
554-L-TC-P-IP

•
•
•

•
•
•

•

.12
.51
.22

30
55
55

.81
.85
.86

2.73
1.55
1.55

< 1.9
< 1.7
< 1.7

<32
<20
<20

50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A

12
1
1

D2
D2
D2

200-C-S-P-IP♣
200-H2-IP❶
546-B-TC-P-IP♠
447-LR-TC-P-IP

•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•

•
•

.35
.30
.58
.43

23
20
29
37

.95
.83
.82
.56

4.15
4.15
2.83
1.51

< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10
<10
<20

50/10
50/10
50/10
50/10

A
A
A
A

28
21
8
1

D11
E1
D1
D3

202-B-TC-P-IP❶
202-SB-TC-P-IP♣

•
•

•
•

.62
.62

37
39

.97
2.97

2.62
7.62

< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10

50/10
50/10

A
A

22
28

D11
D11

202-B-TC-P-IP❶
202-SB-TC-P-IP♣

•
•

•
•

.68
.68

37
37

.85
.85

2.28
2.28

< 1.7
< 1.7

<10
<10

50/10
50/10

A
A

22
28

D11
D11

GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
F40T12 - High Power Factor
86185
2 @ 100% 120
86185
2 @ 20% 120
F30T12 - Corrected Power Factor
86185
2 @ 100% 120
86185
2 @ 20% 120

Certification
Catalog
Number

NOM

Line
Current
(Amps)

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

Dim.

502-A-TC-P-IP✝➑
502-A-TC-P-IP✝➑

•
•

•
•

.85
.68

94
35

.88
.20

0.94
0.57

< 1.7
< 1.7

< 20
< 32

50/10
50/10

A
A

18
18

D5
D5

502-A-TC-P-IP➑➂
502-A-TC-P-IP➑➁

•
•

•
•

.87
.58

83
27

.89
.21

1.07
0.77

< 1.7
< 1.9

< 20
< 32

50/10
50/10

A
A

18
18

D5
D5

✝ Requires two circuit interrupting lamp holder
➑ UL component recognized for use with specific Dimming Controls
➁ Power Factor Corrected to <60%
➂ Power Factor Corrected to >60%

♣ Starter is built in as an integral component
❶ Requires Starter
♠ Requires one circuit interrupting lamp holder

DIMENSIONS
L
M
W

H
H

M
L

W

M
L
3/32" Slots

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D1
6 7/16
D2
9 1/2
D3
6 19/32
D11
6 7/16
E1
3 1/16

W
1 7/8
2 3/8
2 3/8
1 7/8
1 25/32

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1 1/2
6
1 1/2
8 57/64
1 11/16
1 1/2
6
1 5/16
6
1 5/16
2 3/4
-

DIMENSIONS
H

M
L

W

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D11
6 7/16
D5
16 3/8

W
1 7/8
2 3/8

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1 5/16
6
1 1/2
15 25/32 1 11/16

D

D
E

2-20

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2-21

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECROMAGNETIC
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

WIRING DIAGRAMS

FOR F30T12 AND F40T12 LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Catalog
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
Number
F40T12 - High Power Factor
86341
2
Rapid 220/50Hz 754-L-TC-P-IP

Certification

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM
•

.43

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor
93

.94

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor
1.01

< 1.7

THD
%
< 20

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.
50/10

A

1

Dim.

Black
White

D2

Black
White
Yellow
Yellow

Line

BALLAST

BALLAST

Blue
Blue
Red
Red

Black
White
Blue
Blue
Yellow
Yellow

Line

Red
Red

Blue

BALLAST

Blue/White
Blue/White
Red
Red

LAMP
LAMP

LAMP

LAMP

LAMP

LAMP
Use disconnect
lampholder only

DIAGRAM 1

EXPORT

FOR F40T12/U, F40T12/WM
AND F40T12/WM/U LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Catalog
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
Number
F40T12/WM - High Power Factor
86341
2 Rapid 220/50Hz 754-L-TC-P-IP

Certification

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor

THD
%

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.

DIAGRAM 8

Dim.
Red
Red

Black

•

.37

77

.87

1.13

< 1.9

< 32

60/15

A

1

DIAGRAM 11

White

D2

Black
White
Blue
Blue

Line

Brown

BALLAST

Red
Red

BALLAST

DIMMER
Black
White
Blue/White
Blue

Blue
Yellow
Yellow

Blue

BALLAST

Yellow
Yellow
Red
Red

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Line

LAMP

LAMP

Black

FOR F40T10 LAMPS
GE
Lamp
Product
Line
Catalog
Code
Qty. Descr. Volts
Number
F40T10 - High Power Factor
86341
2 Rapid 220/50Hz 754-L-TC-P-IP

LAMP

LAMP

Certification

Line
Current
(Amps)

NOM
•

.43

Input
Power Ballast
(Watts) Factor
95

.93

Ballast
Efficacy Crest
Factor Factor
0.98

< 1.7

THD
%
< 20

Min. F/C
Start Sound Wiring
Temp Rating Diag.
50/10

A

1

Line

White
Line

INSULATE EACH YELLOW LEAD
INDIVIDUALLY

Use disconnect
lampholder only

Dim.

DIAGRAM 12

D2

DIAGRAM 15

S

DIAGRAM 18

S
S
Line

LAMP

Black

BALLAST

Black
White

Blue

BALLAST

Yellow

LAMP

Black

Blue

White
Black

Red
White

BALLAST

LAMP
Mount lamp within 1/2" of
grounded metal reflector

Line

Diagram 21

DIAGRAM 21

DIMENSIONS

Overall Dimensions
Draw #
L
D2
9 1/2

H

W
2 3/8

DIAGRAM 22

DIAGRAM 28

Mounting Dimensions
H
M
X
1 1/2
8 57/64
1 11/16

M
L

W

D

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WIRING DIAGRAMS

Red
Red
Blue
White

Black
Line

BALLAST

White

LAMP

LAMP

LAMP
White

BALLAST

Red

Blue

Black

Black

BALLAST
White

Red

Line
Line

Metal contacts
lamp to fixture

WIRING DIAGRAMS

DIAGRAM 29

Red
Red

LAMP

DIAGRAM 34

Blue
Blue

LAMP
Yellow
Yellow

LAMP

DIAGRAM 35

Red
Red

Blue
Blue

LAMP
Line

BALLAST

LAMP

BALLAST
White

White

Black

Black

Line

Lamps must be mounted within one inch of a grounded metal
reflector, cover of the ballast channel or grounded metal strip
at least one-inch wide over the full length of the lamp.

DIAGRAM 36

DIAGRAM 37

Black

LAMP

Line

LAMP

Brown
Brown
White
Black

BALLAST

Blue
Blue

LAMP

Line

DIAGRAM 40

2-24

White
Red
Red

Blue
Red

BALLAST

Red
Blue

White

Black

Line

Lamps must be mounted within one inch of a grounded
metal reflector, cover of the ballast channel or grounded
metal strip at least one-inch wide over the full length of
the lamp.

BALLAST

DIAGRAM 42

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A COMPLETE RANGE OF SOLUTIONS...
FROM THE NAME YOU TRUST

SIGN ILLUMINATING
BALLASTS

GE’s high-output ballasts are great for rugged outdoor sign cabinet
applications because they provide reliable low-temperature starting—as
low as -20°F. And all GE sign ballasts offer Class P thermal protection.
Our range of sign ballasts:
• Offers proven reliability
• Is ideal for high-moisture environments
• Supports applications from 1-6 lamps and 2-48 ft.
GE offers the convenience of one-stop shopping not just for sign ballasts but for HID, linear fluorescent, and all your other ballast needs.

GE sign ballasts provide ultra-reliable low-temperature
starting – plus Class P thermal protection.

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APPLICATION
AND OPERATING
INFORMATION

Heat
Ballasts generate heat during normal operation. By
design, fluorescent ballasts should operate so that their
maximum hot-spot case temperature does not exceed 90°C
(194°F). Operating at higher temperatures will shorten ballast life or may cause the thermal protection circuit to trip.
The temperature the ballast reaches depends on the
temperature of the area surrounding it – plus the heatconducting surface touching the ballast. Ballasts should
be installed in a manner that avoids future overheating.
To maintain normal ballast temperature, you should:
1. Mount the ballast against a flat surface of heavy gauge
metal such as the structural part of the sign.
2.Keep the ballast as far away as possible from other
ballasts, lamps or reflective surfaces. (Lamps generate
approximately three-fourths of the heat in a plastic sign).
The ends of the lamps are the hottest part, so you should
mount the ballast as far away from the ends as possible.
3.Paint the inside of the sign with flat white paint.
Moisture Protection
1. Vent the sign as well as possible without allowing
water to enter.
2. Ballasts should be mounted horizontally (except for
weatherproof types). If the ballast must be mounted vertically, allow room for sufficient air circulation.
Wherever possible, mount the ballast in an enclosure
outside the sign by using GE pup tents. You can get pup
tents at no charge when you order the plastic sign ballast. Your wholesaler will also have a supply for your convenience.
Grounding
The white lead of a 120-volt ballast must be connected
to the neutral or ground side of the power supply. All metal
parts of the sign, as well as the ballast case, must be
grounded either through the conduit which holds the
power supply or by direct connection with a grounding
wire. An underground sign is a potential hazard – and it
can give misleading symptoms when looking for sign faults.
Proper Lamp Life and Starting
In rapid-start installations, proper filament heating is
necessary for reliable starting and normal lamp life. To
ensure that proper heating is taking place, the following
steps are recommended:
1. Lamp leads should be kept as short as possible and with
a minimum of splices.
2. All connections should be soldered.
3. Maintain proper alignment and spacing of lamp holders
to ensure good contact in the sockets.
4. Mount lamps within one inch of grounded metal. This is
one lamp manufacturer's published requirement for
eliable starting.

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Flashing
Rapid-start lamps may be flashed without reduction
in lamp life by using ballasts which are specifically
designed for this operation. These ballasts are designed
with slightly higher filament voltages that the conventional ballast to ensure satisfactory lamp life. Instantstart lamps cannot be flashed.
CAUTION: Use only one flasher contact per ballast.
Light Output vs. Temperature
The light output of a fluorescent lamp varies according
to the mercury vapor pressure inside the lamp. This pressure
is controlled by the coldest spot on the bulb wall. The ballast may start the lamp, but the light output can be very
low as the bulb wall temperature is low. Several factors
influence this, including ambient temperatures, wind, type of
enclosure, etc. If maximum light output is critical, consult a
lamp manufacturer for advice.
Lamp Starting Problems
Occasionally a field problem will arise involving improper lamp starting. The usual complaint is that the lamps start
slowly (or not at all). Here are some of the causes:
1. Low line voltage
2. Improper sign grounding
3. Insufficient or no filament voltage
4. Insufficient or no open circuit voltage
5. Dirty lamps during high-humidity operating conditions
6. Lamps improperly inserted in the sockets.
If lamp starting is a problem in your installation, check
the sign grounding, filament voltage (3.4-3.9 volts), and
open circuit voltage. If all are normal, the probable cause is
dirty lamps. The lamps should be washed in clean water,
drip-dried, and reinstalled. If this doesn't solve the problem, contact your nearest GE representative for further
assistance.
Short Lamp Life
If the lamp has not given proper length of service as
specified by the lamp manufacturer, the following reasons for early failure should be considered:
1. Improper starting due to insufficient filament voltage
2. Frequent starting and short operating periods
3. Improper ballast
4. Improper voltage supply
5. Faulty wiring
6. Defective lamps
7. Lamps improperly inserted in sockets
Early lamp failure will be preceded by a dense blackening on either or both ends of the lamps. This blackening
will extend three or four inches from the lamp base and
should not be confused with a small dense spot, which is a
mercury deposit that can occur at any time during lamp life.
Dense blackening due to early lamp failure should not be
confused with the gray bands that sometimes appear
toward the end of normal lamp life (about two inches from
either end of the lamp).

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STANDARD HIGH OUTPUT
SIGN BALLASTS
GE Product
Code

Catalog
Number

Total
Lamp
Footage

Start
Temp
(°F)

Max.
Line
Cur.

Max.
Input
Watts

Open
Circuit
Volt.

Wiring
Diagram

Dimen.
Chart Ref.

Weight
(lbs.)

PLASTIC SIGN BALLASTS - HIGH OUTPUT 800mA RS LAMPS - 120 Volts - 60 Hz
TWO LAMP BALLASTS
88921

USB-0412-12-IP

4´ min. - 12´ max.

-20

1.35

160

500

1a, 2a

1

8

USB-0816-14-IP
USB-1024-14-IP
USB-1632-24-IP

8´ min. - 16´ max.
10´ min. - 24´ max.
16´ min. - 32´ max.

-20
-20
-20

1.90
2.70
3.50

220
325
420

590
720
950

4a, 6a, 9, 1b
4a, 6a, 9, 1b
4a, 6a, 9

2
3
4

12
14
16

USB-2036-46-IP
USB-2048-46-IP

20´ min. - 36´ max.
20´ min. - 48´ max.

-20
-20

4.00
5.00

480
600

720
720

5a, 7, 7a
5a, 7, 7a

4
4

18
18

FOUR LAMP BALLASTS
88931
88936
88934
SIX LAMP BALLASTS
88939
88940

HIGH OUTPUT SIGN BALLASTS
GE Product
Code

Catalog
Number

Total
Lamp
Footage

Start
Temp
(°F)

Max.
Line
Cur.

Max.
Input
Watts

Open
Circuit
Volt.

Wiring
Diagram

Dimen.
Chart Ref.

Weight
(lbs.)

-20°
-20°
-20°

2.00
3.50
4.80

240
410
570

625
970
800

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8

3
3
5

15
16
18

MAX-3 HIGH OUTPUT SIGN BALLASTS 800mA RS LAMPS - 120 Volts - 60 Hz
ONE TO SIX LAMP BALLASTS
88918
88920
88919

USB-0218-16-IP
USB-1232-16-IP
USB-1048-16-IP

2´ min. - 18´ max.
12´ min. - 32´ max.
10´ min. - 48´ max.

See page 4-4 for Lead Lengths

DIMENSIONS

DIMENSION CHART
Ref. #
A
1
10 CM\nv˝
2
10 CM\nv˝
3
13C\zn˝
4
15>\zn˝
5
13>\zn˝

B
11VB\nv˝
11VB\nv˝
14B\zn˝
16ZZ\zn˝
16ZZ\zn˝

C
11>\nv˝
11>\nv˝
13C\v˝
16Z\,˝
16Z\,˝

D
1C\v˝
2VC\nv˝
2VC\nv˝
2VC\nv˝
2 VC\nv˝

HIGH OUTPUT
SIGN BALLASTS

APPLICATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION

E
3C\zn˝
3C\zn˝
3C\zn˝
3C\zn˝
3C\zn˝

Diagrams Notes:
Note 1: When operating a two-lamp ballast on one lamp insulate each yellow lead.
Note 2: When operating a three-lamp ballast on two lamps insulate each yellow and
blue/white lead.
Note 3: When operating a four-lamp ballast on three lamps insulate each yellow
blue/white, and brown lead.

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SIGN ILLUMINATING BALLASTS

PLASTIC SIGN BALLASTS
LEAD LENGTHS (INCHES)
GE Product
Code

Catalog
Number

White

Black

Blues

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Reds

Yellows

Browns

Oranges

Orange
Blacks

Blue
Whites

Red
Whites

LINE

WHITE
BLACK
BLUE
BLUE

BALLAST

RED
RED
YELLOW
YELLOW

LINE

PLASTIC SIGN BALLASTS - HIGH OUTPUT 800mA RS LAMPS - 120 Volts - 60 Hz

BLACK
BLUE
BLUE
BROWN
BROWN
YELLOW
YELLOW

BALLAST

RED
RED
BLUE/WHITE
BLUE/WHITE

TWO LAMP BALLASTS
88921

USB-0412-12-IP

24

24

38

38

48

36
24
24

24
24
24

65
79
80

40
48
54

39
75
60

56
83
80

88939
USB-2036-46-IP
24
24
50
88940
USB-2048-46-IP
24
24
80
MAX-3 HIGH OUTPUT SIGN BALLASTS 800mA RS LAMPS - 120 Volts - 60 Hz

80
80

70
70

38
50

FOUR LAMP BALLASTS
88931
88936
88934

LAMP

USB-0816-14-IP
USB-1024-14-IP
USB-1632-24-IP

48
57
72

DIAGRAM 1

LAMP

DIAGRAM 1A

DIAGRAM 1B

SIX LAMP BALLASTS
50
50

50
50

38
50
LINE

ONE TO SIX LAMP BALLASTS
88918
88920
88919

USB-0218-16-IP
USB-1232-16-IP
USB-1048-16-IP

24
24
24

24
24
24

60
80
80

60
60
80

60
60
70

60
80
50

60
60
60

60
60
60

60
72
50

WHITE
BLACK
YELLOW
YELLOW

BALLAST

RED
RED
BLUE
BLUE

LAMP 1

Note: Maximum volts above ground, any lead 590 volts.

LAMP 2

DIAGRAM 2

DIAGRAM 2A

DIAGRAM 3

SIGN BALLAST FOOTAGE
LINE

Fluorescent Sign Ballast Matrix
No. of
Lamps
Per
Ballast
1-2

TOTAL LAMP FOOTAGE REQUIRED

WHITE
BLACK
BROWN
BROWN
YELLOW
YELLOW

BALLAST

BLUE
BLUE
BLUE / WH
BLUE / WH
RED
RED

WIRING DIAGRAMS

LEAD LENGTH &
BALLAST FOOTAGE

MOUNT LAMPS WITHIN 1˝ OF
GROUNDED METAL REFLECTOR

LAMP 4

2

4

6

8

10

12

14

16

18

20

22

24

26

28

30

32

34

36

38

40

42

44

46

48

LAMP 3

88921, USB-0412-12-IP

LAMP 2

88931, USB-0816-14-IP
1-4

LAMP 1

MOUNT LAMPS WITHIN 1˝ OF
GROUNDED METAL REFLECTOR

88936, USB-1024-14-IP

2-4

88934, USB-1632-24-IP

DIAGRAM 4

88939, USB-2036-46-IP

4-6

DIAGRAM 4A

DIAGRAM 5

88940, USB-2048-46-IP
88918, USB-0218-16-IP
1-6

LINE

88920, USB-1232-16-IP
88919, USB-1048-16-IP

WHITE
BLACK
BROWN
BROWN
BLUE / WH
BLUE / WH
YELLOW
YELLOW

BALLAST

BLUE
BLUE
ORANGE / BLK
ORANGE / BLK
ORANGE
ORANGE
RED
RED

LINE

LAMP 1
LAMP 2

BLACK
WHITE
YELLOW
YELLOW
BROWN
BROWN

BALLAST

RED
RED
BLUE / WH
BLUE / WH
BLUE
BLUE

LAMP 1

LAMP 3

LAMP 2

LAMP 4
LAMP 5

LAMP 3

LAMP 6

INDIVIDUALLY CAP
THE YELLOW LEADS

MOUNT LAMPS WITHIN 1˝ OF
GROUNDED METAL REFLECTOR

DIAGRAM 5A

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DIAGRAM 6

DIAGRAM 6A

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WIRING DIAGRAMS
LINE

BLACK
WHITE
BROWN
BROWN
BLUE / WH
BLUE / WH
YELLOW
YELLOW

BALLAST

BLUE
BLUE
ORANGE / BLK
ORANGE / BLK
ORANGE
ORANGE
RED
RED

LAMP 1
LAMP 2
LAMP 4
LAMP 5
LAMP 6

INDIVIDUALLY CAP
THE YELLOW LEADS

WIRING DIAGRAMS

DIAGRAM 7

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DIAGRAM 7A

DIAGRAM 8

DIAGRAM 9

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COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

A COMPLETE RANGE OF SOLUTIONS
FROM THE NAME YOU TRUST
GE offers a full range of magnetic and electronic compact fluorescent ballasts. Our magnetic models come in a variety of shapes and
sizes, from core and coils to High Power Factor potted ballasts
with bottom exit leads and mounting studs for all downlighting
applications.

COMPACT
FLUORESCENT
BALLASTS

Our newest electronic models offer installer-friendly universal
input voltage, which reduces your inventory and ensures that you
have the right voltage ballast every time. These models feature a
low profile case that fits in any fixture. And their metal housing
construction meets all plenum codes and delivers maximum heat
transfer to extend ballast life.

Our newest compact fluorescent models offer installer-friendly
universal input voltage.

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COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

Electronic Compact Fluorescent Ballasts
Electronic compact fluorescent ballasts from GE feature installer-friendly universal input voltage (108 to 305
Volts) and metal case designs for compliance with all
plenum and construction code requirements. They also
offer an end-of-life shutdown circuit with auto-reset
that meets ANSI/NEMA requirements – a feature that
eliminates lamp/socket damage while allowing you to
replace failed lamps after shutdown without turning off
the power.
Our universal voltage compact fluorescent ballasts
offer both one- and two-lamp operation–and they're
ideal for a wide variety of downlight and surface
mount applications for atriums, hotel corridors,
offices, and outdoors. All models operate multiple
lamp types for added versatility in many different
applications.
These ballasts are designed and manufactured for
long life. Lamps can be mounted in close proximity to
these ballasts because they have no temperature-critical

UNDERSTANDING CFL TECHNOLOGY
components near the can sides. And their circuit board
potting enhances reliability by lowering case temperatures.
All universal voltage compact fluorescent ballasts
incorporate programmed rapid start (PRS) technology
that increases lamp life for those frequently switched
applications where occupancy sensors are used. PRS is
recommended by all lamp manufacturers.
For the Canadian market, we have new 347 Volt compact fluorescent models. These also offer outstanding reliability and lamp performance. These 347 Volt models are
available for one- and two-lamp operation for lamps ranging from 13 to 70 watts.
Magnetic Compact Fluorescent Ballasts
GE offers a complete line of magnetic compact fluorescent ballasts, ranging from 5-40 watts (10-38 watts
for 2D lamps). Both core & coil and F-Can models are
available in a variety of configurations that include side
exit (SE), bottom exit (BE) and bottom exit studs (BES).

Compact fluorescent (CFL) lamps are single-ended
and plug into sockets. They're sometimes referred to as
“single-based” or “single-ended” fluorescent lamps.
Lamp Shapes
Today's CFL lamps come in these basic shapes: twin
tube, quad, triple, multi and circular. Each of these shapes
has its own subset of sizes. For example, the twin tube
may range from 4" long (5 watt) to 22" long (40 watt).

lamp base style is part of the ANSI/NEMA designation.
In this catalog, GE CFL ballasts are classified according
to lamp type. Icons representing each lamp type provide a
quick visual reference. Within each classification, the
lamps and their appropriate ballasts can be found by
referring to the generic NEMA lamp descriptions.
Lamp Designation
There are two different industry-recognized
nomenclatures for identifying CFL lamps: ANSI Lamp
Designations and NEMA Lamp Designations.
Here are examples of each:

OR

ANSI Designation

OR

Long Twin T5, 4-Pin
5w – 80w

Twin, 2-Pin
5w – 13w

13W
Lamp
Wattage

7T4
Lamp
Length
Lamp
Diameter

OR

2-Pin
4-Pin
Quad 9w – 27w

Square (2D)
10w – 55w

PRODUCT
OVERVIEW

Multiple, 4-Pin
(Philips)
18w – 42w

T5 Circular
22w - 55w

Installer-friendly options for compact fluorescent lamps.

Pins and Starters
CFL lamps feature either two pins or four pins.
Those with two pins have starters built into their bases,
and they require a magnetic preheat ballast. The twopin CFL lamps are available in wattages from 5-28.
Four-pin lamps are traditionally powered by electronic ballasts. These lamps do not have an internal
starter, so the other filament terminals (pins) are made
accessible for external connection to the ballasts. Note:
GE offers both magnetic and electronic ballasts for the
four-pin 32 and 26 watt lamps and all four-pin Long
Twin T5 lamps.
Lamp Bases
There are a variety of lamp bases used with today's
CFL lamps. This provides a safeguard to make sure that
the proper lamp/ballast combination is installed. The

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1/8"
Twin (T)
Quad (Q)
Multi (M)
2D (S)

GX23

PH

Base

Starting:
PH - Preheat
RS - Rapid
Start

NEMA Designation
CFT
Twin (T)
Quad (Q)
Multi (M)
2D (S)

Multiple, 4-Pin
(GE & OSI)
18w – 70w

T

13W

GX23

Lamp
Wattage

Base

Both lamp designations refer to lamp wattage, shape,
and base type. Since the NEMA designation is shorter, it
will probably be the nomenclature of choice in the future.
All of the major lamp companies have trade names for
various CFL lamp types, such as GE’s “Biax” and “2D”
lamps, OSI’s “Dulux,” and Philips’ “PL.” These names
have become more widely used than either of the industry designations.
Industry

Watts

GE

OSI

Philips

Single
or Twin

Low watt
Biax

Dulux S,
S/E

PL-S

5, 7, 9, 13

Double
or Quad

9, 13, 18,
20, 26, 27

Double
Biax

Dulux D,
D/E

PL-C

Multiple

13,18, 26,
32, 42

Biax T/E

Dulux T
T/E, T/E/IN

PL-T

Multiple

42,57,70

Biax Q/E Dulux T/E/IN

PL-T

High
Lumen
Biax

Dulux L, F

PL-L

2D

__

__

__

Pentron

Silhouette

Long Twin 18, 24/27,
T5
36/39, 40
50,80
Square 10, 16, 21,
28, 38,55
Circline 22, 40, 55

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UNDERSTANDING
CFL TECHNOLOGY

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

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FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR ELECTRONIC
COMPACT FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

UNDERSTANDING PART NUMBERS

4-4

19. The manufacturer shall provide written warranty
against defects in material or workmanship,
including replacement, for five years from date
of manufacture.
20. Manufacturer shall have been manufacturing
electronic ballasts for at least fifteen years.
21. Ballast shall be manufactured in an ISO 9001
Certified Facility.
22. GE model_________________________ (or
approved equal).

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Lamp
Wattage

Our part number nomenclature for magnetic
ballasts is shown below:

UNV or 347V

Color: 001-White
000-Black

CXXX XX XXX XXX XXX X
Odd = NPF
Even = HPF

Thermally
Protected

Color:
001 – White
000 – Black

# of lamps

SR-Series,
Rapid Start
R-Rapid Start

4XXX XX P XXX XXX X
1 – 120V
2 – 277V
3 – 347V

F1 – Frame
F2 – Fr. w/feet
H2 – Cover/Fr.

No suffix – Side Exit
BE – Bottom Exit
BES – Bottom Exit
with Studs
C – Carton
T – Tray Pack

Example: 4123PBES000T
Ballast for CFL Lamps: Indicated by “4” prefix
Voltage: 120V
Lamp Type: 26W Quad Lamp (refer to catalog
for wattage)
Power Factor: Normal
Encased and Potted: Indicated by absence of
F1, F2, or H2
P: Thermally protected
BES: Bottom exit leads with studs
000: Color — Black
T: Packaging container style — Tray Pack
These ballasts are available for a wide variety of
applications with lamps, voltages, mounting
configurations, and performance characteristics. For
more detailed information, just identify the lamps
to be ballasted and work forward to determine the
ballast part number.

Electronic
Our nomenclature for electronic CFL ballasts
follows the system already in place for other electronic ballasts. The exceptions are that the model
number prefix for compact fluorescent is a C rather
than a B—and the suffixes for the mounting configuration will be the same as those used for magnetic
products (BE and BES). If you don't see these suffixes, the ballast has traditional side exit leads.

No suffix or SE –
Side Exit
BE – Bottom Exit
BES – Bottom Exit
with Studs

C-Carton
T-Tray Pack
I-Individual

Example: Electronic C240PUNVHP-B
Ballast Type: C — CFL Electronic Ballast
Lamp Qty: 2
Lamp Type: 40W TT5, 4 Pin (FT40W/2611)
P: Programmed Rapid Start
Voltage: UNV 120 to 277 Volts
HP-B: High Performance <10%; low profile can
000: Color — Black
C: Packaging container style—Carton Pack

Lamp
Wattage*

120V, 277V
347V, UNV
(120-277)

Colors
000 – Black
001 – White

CXXX X XXX XXX XXX
# of Lamps

No suffix=P
P=Programmed
Rapid Start
I=Instant Start

X

T = Tray Pack
SE – Side Exit
C – Carton Pack
BE – Bottom Exit I – Individual
BES – Bottom
Exit/Studs
HP-B – Low Profile
RH – Reduced
Harmonics

Example: C213UNVBES000C*
Ballast Type: C
Lamp Quantity: 2
Lamp Type: 13W Quad, 4 Pin (CFQ13W/G24q)
Voltage: UNV 120 to 277 Volts
BES: Bottom exit connection, studs
000C: Color — Black
C: Packaging container style—Carton Pack

UNDERSTANDING
PART NUMBERS

SPECIFICATIONS

Magnetic
1. Ballast shall be Programmed Rapid Start.
2. Ballast shall incorporate lamp shutdown circuitry
for end of lamp life protection.
3. Ballast shall allow for re-lamping without the
need to cycle power.
4. Ballasts shall operate from 50/60 Hz input
source of 120, 277, or 347 Volts with no damage to the ballasts.
4a. Ballasts shall operate from 50/60 Hz input
source of 108-305 Volts with no damage to the
ballasts for High Performance (HP) models.
5. Ballast shall be of metal can construction to
meet all plenum requirements and to eliminate
the need for extra grounding wires.
6. Ballasts shall be a high frequency electronic
type, and operate lamps at a frequency above
50 kHz to minimize interference with infrared
control systems.
7. Lamp Current Crest Factor (ratio of peak to RMS
current) shall be 1.7 or less in accordance with
lamp manufacturer recommendation and ANSI
C82.11-1993.
8. Ballasts shall tolerate operation in ambient temperatures up to 140°F (55°C) without damage.
9. Ballasts shall have a maximum case temperature
test point of 75°C printed on the label for easy
fixture testing and troubleshooting.
10. Ballast shall have a maximum case temperature
rise of 15°C.
11. Ballasts shall comply with FCC Part 18 NonConsumer Equipment for EMI (power line conducted) and RFI (Radiated).
12. Ballasts shall provide transient immunity as recommended by ANSI C62.41-1991.
13. Ballasts shall operate lamps with no visible flicker (< 3% flicker index).
14. Ballasts shall tolerate sustained open circuit and
short circuit output conditions without damage.
15. Ballasts shall be Underwriters Laboratory (UL
935) listed, Class P, Type 1 Outdoor, and CSA
certified where applicable.
16. Input current Total Harmonic Distortion shall not
exceed 10% for the primary lamp.
17. Ballasts shall have a Power Factor greater than
.98 for the primary lamp.
18. The ballasts shall not have any PCBs.

*Exception is C2642, which does not distinguish
number of lamps. See catalog.

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

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MAGNETIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

MAGNETIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

TWIN LAMPS–5 WATTS
GE Product Code
Mag
Side Bottom Bottom
or
Exit
Exit Exit Studs Elec
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
❍M
87634
—
—

Qty
of
Lamps

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Line
Volt

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

Nominal lamp
watts and
configuration

TWIN, QUAD AND MULTIPLE LAMPS–13 WATTS

Nominal lamp
watts and
configuration

Lamp Type
• 5 Watts

GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
80673 80669
80671
80673 80669
80671

Lamp Type
13 Watts

CFT5W/G23

• 7 Watts

1

277 4205F2P ■★

11

0.08

0.19

1.00

0°F Normal <10%

PH

B2

CFT7W/G23

1

TWIN LAMPS–7 WATTS
GE Product Code
Mag
Side Bottom Bottom
or
Exit
Exit Exit Studs Elec
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
❍M
87634
—
—

Qty
of
Lamps
1

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Line
Volt

277 4205F2P ■★

12

QUICK
REFERENCE

QUICK
REFERENCE

0.08

0.19

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor
0.95

Starting
THD Method✿

0°F Normal <10%

Wir
Dim Diag

PH

B2

Twin, 2-Pin

Qty
of
Lamps

E
E

1
2

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

120 C213UNV◆ 18
120 C213UNV◆ 32

0.15
0.27

——
——

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor
1.00
0.98

0°F
0°F

High
High

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

<10%
<10%

C10
C10

PRS
PRS

CFQ13W/G24q OR
CFM13W/GX24q

18
19

OR

Quad or
Multiple, 4-Pin

TWIN, QUAD AND MULTIPLE LAMPS–18 WATTS
GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
80679 80675
80677
80679 80675
80677

1

Mag
or
Elec

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Starting
THD Method✿

Lamp Type
• 13 Watts

Wir
Dim Diag

CFT13W/2GX7

• 18 Watts

E
E

1
2

120 C218UNV◆
120 C218UNV◆

22
40

0.19
0.34

——
——

1.00
0.98

0°F
0°F

High
High

<10%
<10%

PRS
PRS

C10
C10

FT18W/2G11RS

18
19

TWIN & QUAD LAMPS–9 & 10 WATTS
Qty
of
Lamps
1

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Line
Volt

277 4205F2P ■★

14

0.11

0.18

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor
0.95

0°F

Starting
THD Method✿

Normal <10%

Lamp Type
• 9 Watts

Wir
Dim Diag

PH

B2

CFT9W/G23 OR
CFQ9W/G23

• 10 Watts

1

CFQ10W/G24d

OR

13W: Twin T4, 4-Pin
18W: Twin T5, 4-Pin

QUAD AND TRIPLE LAMPS–26 WATTS
GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
87700 87700
87700

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

M

2

277

4226P▲

62

0.22

0.34

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor
0.90

32°F

High

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

<20%

C4

PH

Lamp Type
18 Watts
CFQ18W/G24q OR
CFM18W/GX24q

8

Twin or
Quad, 2-Pin

OR

Quad or
Multiple, 4-Pin

TWIN & QUAD LAMPS–13 WATTS - U.S. LAMPS
GE Product Code
Mag
Side Bottom Bottom
or
Exit
Exit Exit Studs Elec
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
87655 87655
87655 ❍ M

Qty
of
Lamps
2

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Line
Volt

277 4214PBES▲

26

0.09

0.09

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor
0.85

32°F

High

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

<20%

C4

PH

Lamp Type
13 Watts
CFT13W/GX2 OR
CFQ13W/GX23

9

TWIN LAMPS
5-13 WATTS

OR
Twin or
Quad, 2-Pin
U.S. type
lamp

Non-thermally protected models available.
✿ PH = Preheat
F1 indicates an open core & coil unit with no mounting feet.
F2 indicates an open core & coil unit with mounting feet.
H2 indicates clamped & covered core & coil with mounting feet.
F1R - Coil enclosed with plastic covers/no mounting feet.
F2R - Coil enclosed with plastic covers/with mounting feet.
▲ Standard cases offer side lead configuration.Add “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit design or “BES” for Bottom Exit
Studs design.
❍ Not approved for use in hazardous locations.
★

■

{

QUAD AND MULTIPLE LAMPS–26 WATTS
GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
80689 80685
80687
80689 80685
80687
47509 47503
47506

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Starting
THD Method✿

Lamp Type
• 26 Watts

Wir
Dim Diag

CFQ26W/G24d

• 26 Watts

E
E
E

1
2
2

120 C2642UNV◆ 28
120 C2642UNV◆ 56
120 C242UNV◆ 56

0.25
0.49
0.46

——
——
——

1.02
0.98
1.02

0°F
0°F
0°F

High
High
High

<10%
<10%
<10%

PRS
PRS
PRS

C10
C10
C11

CFQ26W/G24q OR
CFM26W/GX24q

18
19
19

OR

✿ PRS = Programmed Rapid Start; RS = Rapid Start
F1 indicates an open core & coil unit with no mounting feet.
F2 indicates an open core & coil unit with mounting feet.
◆ Add following suffix for complete catalog # “SE” for Side Exit connectors or “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit connectors or
“BES” for Bottom Exit connectors with 2˝ O.C. screw studs.
▲ Standard cases offer side lead configuration. Add “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit design or “BES” for Bottom Exit Studs design.

Quad or
Multiple, 4-Pin

TWIN & QUAD LAMPS
13- 26 WATTS

GE Product Code
Mag
Side Bottom Bottom
or
Exit
Exit Exit Studs Elec
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
❍M
87634
—
—

All ballasts are UL listed, CSA approved and designated Class P (thermally protected).

DIMENSIONS

All ballasts are UL listed, CSA approved and designated Class P (thermally protected).

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C10
G
C

F
A

DIMENSIONS
REFERENCE DRAWING FOR A1, A2, B1, B2

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C3, C4, C5

C

D

C
B

B

A

B
1.64”

C
1.97”

D
2.38”

E
2.81”

Lead Lengths: 10˝

4-6

A

F

15/16"

F

15/16"

E

A
1.94”

D
E

E
D

C

E
D

B

A

Dwg.
B2

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C11

B

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C3, C4, C5

Dwg.

A

B

C

D

E

F

C4

2.34”

1.53”

5.20”

6.00”

6.59”

0.31”

Lead Lengths:

transforming the power of light ™

Side –12˝
BE/BES – 8˝

Dwg.

A

B

C

D

E

F

C4

2.34”

1.53”

5.20”

6.00”

6.59”

0.31”

Lead Lengths:

Side
• Black/Wh ite–11˝
• Red/Blu e–12˝
BE/BES – 8˝

Dwg.

A

C10 2.31”
C11 2.98”

B

C

D

1.00”
1.00”

4.25”
4.25”

4.61”
4.61”

E

F

G

4.94” 0.98” 1.00”
4.94” 1.55” 1.00”

Leadless-Poke-in wire connection

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

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ELECTRONIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

ELECTRONIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

MULTIPLE LAMPS–32, 42, 57 & 70 WATTS
GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
80689 80685
80687
80689 80685
80687
47509 47503
47506
47509 47503
47506
47509 47503
47506
47509 47503
47506

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

Line
Volt

E
E
E
E
E
E

1
1
1
2
1
1

120
120
120
120
120
120

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps
C2642UNV◆
C2642UNV◆
C242UNV◆
C242UNV◆
C242UNV◆
C242UNV◆

36
48
45
91
58
73

0.32
0.42
0.38
0.76
0.48
0.61

——
——
——
——
——
——

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor
1.00
0.98
1.00
0.98
1.00
1.00

0°F
0°F
0°F
0°F
0°F
0°F

High
High
High
High
High
High

QUICK
REFERENCE

QUICK
REFERENCE

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

<10%
<10%
<10%
<10%
<10%
<10%

C10
C10
C11
C11
C11
C11

PRS
PRS
PRS
PRS
PRS
PRS

GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
80673 80669
80671
80673 80669
80671

Lamp Type
• 32 WATTS
CFM32W/GX24q

18
18
19
19
19
19

Nominal lamp
watts and
configuration

2D LAMPS–10 WATTS

Nominal lamp
watts and
configuration

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

E
E

1
2

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

120 C213UNV◆
120 C213UNV◆

15
26

0.12
0.22

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

——
——

1.02
1.02

0°F
0°F

High
High

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

<12%
<12%

C10 18a
C10 19a

PRS
PRS

Lamp Type
10 Watts
CFS10W/GR10q

Multiple, 4-Pin

2D, 4-Pin

Lamp Type
42 Watts
CFM42W/GX24q

2D LAMPS–16 WATTS
GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
80673 80669
80671
80673 80669
80671

Multiple, 4-Pin
Lamp Type
57 Watts
CFM57W/GX24q

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Starting
THD Method✿

Lamp Type
• 16 Watts

Wir
Dim Diag

CFS16W/GR8

• 16 Watts

E
E

1
2

120 C213UNV◆
120 C213UNV◆

19
33

0.15
0.28

——
——

0.95
0.95

0°F
0°F

High
High

<10%
<10%

PRS
PRS

C10 18a
C10 19a

CFS16W/GR10q

2D, 2-Pin or
2D, 4-Pin

Multiple, 4-Pin
Lamp Type
70 Watts
CFM70W/GX24q

2D LAMPS–21 WATTS
GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
80679 80675
80677
80679 80675
80677

Multiple, 4-Pin

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

E
E

1
2

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

120 C218UNV◆
120 C218UNV◆

24
43

0.18
0.37

——
——

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor
0.98
0.95

0°F
0°F

High
High

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

<10%
<10%

C10 18a
C10 19a

PRS
PRS

Lamp Type
21 Watts
CFS21W/GR10q

✿ RS = Rapid Start; PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
▲ Standard cases offer side lead configuration. Add “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit design or “BES” for Bottom Exit Studs design.
◆ Add following suffix for complete catalog # “SE” for Side Exit connectors or “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit connectors or
“BES” for Bottom Exit connectors with 2˝ O.C. screw studs.

2D LAMPS
10-21 WATTS

MULTIPLE LAMPS
32-70 WATTS

2D, 4-Pin

All ballasts are UL listed, CSA approved and designated Class P (thermally protected), Type HL.

DIMENSIONS
REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C10

● Starter required: use COP-40 or FS-4 type fluorescent starter.
✿ RS = Rapid Start; PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
▲ Standard cases offer side lead configuration. Add “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit design or “BES” for Bottom Exit Studs design.
◆ Add following suffix for complete catalog # “SE” for Side Exit connectors or “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit connectors or
“BES” for Bottom Exit connectors with 2˝ O.C. screw studs.

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C11
G

C

F
A

All ballasts are UL listed, CSA approved and designated Class P (thermally protected), Type HL.

B

DIMENSIONS

D
E

Dwg.

A

C10 2.31”
C11 2.98”

B

C

D

1.00”
1.00”

4.25”
4.25”

4.61”
4.61”

E

F

G

4.94” 0.98” 1.00”
4.94” 1.55” 1.00”

Leadless-Poke-in wire connection

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C10
G
C

F
A
B
D
E

4-8

transforming the power of light ™

Dwg.

A

C10 2.31”
C11 2.98”

B

C

D

1.00”
1.00”

4.25”
4.25”

4.61”
4.61”

E

F

G

4.94” 0.98” 1.00”
4.94” 1.55” 1.00”

Leadless-Poke-in wire connection

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

4-9

ELECTRONIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

MAGNETIC AND ELECTRONIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS
QUICK
REFERENCE

2D LAMPS–28 WATTS
GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
87700 87700
87700

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

QUICK
REFERENCE

Nominal lamp
watts and
configuration

T5 CIRCULAR LAMPS–22 & 40 WATTS

Lamp Type
• 28 Watts

GE Product Code
Mag
Side Bottom Bottom
or
Exit
Exit Exit Studs Elec
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz

CFS28W/GR8

• 28 Watts

M

2

277 4226PBES▲

66

0.23

0.34

0.93

25°F

High

<20%

PH

C4

7a

2D LAMPS–38 WATTS

80689

80685

80687

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

M

2

E

1

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

120 4150P▲
120 or C2642UNV◆
277 or

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

84

0.72

—

0.80

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C10 18a

33

0.13

—

0.80

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C10 18a

Line
Volt

80689

80685

80687

E

1

47509

47503

47506

E

2

80689

80685

80687

E

1

47509

47503

47506

E

2

47509

47503

47506

E

2

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

120
◆
277 C2642UNV
120
◆
277 C242UNV

CFS28W/GR10q

2D, 2-Pin or
2D, 4-Pin

GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
87623
—
87623

Qty
of
Lamps

120
◆
277 C2642UNV
120
◆
277 C242UNV
120
◆
277 C242UNV

Lamp Type
38 Watts

25
50
42
80
79
66
64

0.22
0.10
0.42
0.19
0.37
0.16
0.65
0.29
0.54
0.24

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Nominal lamp
watts and
configuration

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

Lamp Type
22 Watts
FC9T5-22W

——

1.00

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C10

28

——

1.05

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C11

23

T5 CIRCULAR

——

0.98

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C10

28

Lamp Type
40 Watts

——

0.98

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C11

23

——

0.98

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C11

23

FC12T5-40W

T5 CIRCULAR

CFS38W/GR10q

Lamp Type
22 & 40
Watts
FC9T5-22W &
FC12T5-40W

2D, 4-Pin

✿ RS = Rapid Start; PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
▲ Standard cases offer side lead configuration. Add “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit design or “BES” for Bottom Exit Studs design.
◆ Add following suffix for complete catalog # “SE” for Side Exit connectors or “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit connectors or
“BES” for Bottom Exit connectors with 2˝ O.C. screw studs.
All ballasts are UL listed, CSA approved and designated Class P (thermally protected), Type HL.

T5 CIRCULAR
LAMPS
22-40 WATTS

2D LAMPS
28-38 WATTS

T5 CIRCULAR

● Starter required: use COP-40 or FS-4 type fluorescent starter.
◆ Add following suffix for complete catalog # “SE” for Side Exit connectors or “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit connectors or
“BES” for Bottom Exit connectors with 2˝ O.C. screw studs.

DIMENSIONS

All ballasts are UL listed, CSA approved and designated Class P (thermally protected), Type HL.

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C10

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C3, C4, C5
E
D

C
B

DIMENSIONS
G

C

F
A

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C10

B

A
15/16"

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C11

F
D
E

G
C

F
A

Dwg.

A

B

C

D

E

C3
C4
C5
C10

2.14”
2.34”
1.88”
2.31”

1.56”
1.53”
1.47”
1.00”

3.50”
5.20”
5.13”
4.25”

4.31”
6.00”
6.00”
4.61”

4.75”
6.59”
6.44”
4.94”

Lead Lengths:

F

G

0.22” –
0.31” –
0.25” –
0.98” 1.00”
Side –12˝
BE/BES – 8˝

Leadless-Poke-in wire connection

4-10

transforming the power of light ™

B
D
E

Dwg.

A

C10 2.31”
C11 2.98”

B

C

D

1.00”
1.00”

4.25”
4.25”

4.61”
4.61”

E

F

G

4.94” 0.98” 1.00”
4.94” 1.55” 1.00”

Leadless-Poke-in wire connection

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

4-11

MAGNETIC AND ELECTRONIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

MAGNETIC AND ELECTRONIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

LONG TWIN T5 BALLASTS–24/27 WATTS
(BIAX, DULUX L AND PLL)
Qty
of
Lamps

47535

—

—

❍E

1

47535

—

—

❍E

2

80689

80685

80687

E

1

80689

80685

80687

E

2

47509

47503

47506

E

2

47535

—

—

❍E

1

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Line
Volt
120
277
120
277
120
277
120
277
120
277
120
277

B224PUNV-C 27
52
B224PUNV-C 51
C2642UNV◆ 30
C2642UNV◆ 52
C242UNV◆

51
50

B224PUNV-C 24

0.23
0.10
0.43
0,18
0.26
0.11
0.45
0.20
0.43
0.19
0.20
0.09

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Nominal lamp
watts and
configuration

Starting
THD Method✿

GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
87623
—
—
80152
—
—
80153
—
—
80154
—
—
80155
—
—
80154
—
—
80155
—
—

Lamp Type
• 24/27 Watts

Wir
Dim Diag

FT24W/2G11/RS

• 24/27 Watts
FT24W/2G10

——

1.05

0°F

High

<10%
<15%

PRS

-C

27

——

1.00

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

-C

27

——

0.90

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C10

21

——

0.85

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C10

20

——

1.02

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C11

20

——

1.05

0°F

High

<10%
<15%

PRS

-C

27

• Long Twin
T5, 4-Pin or
• Long Twin
T5, 4-Pin

Qty
of
Lamps

Line
Volt

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Starting
THD Method✿

Lamp Type
• 36/39 Watts

Wir
Dim Diag

FT36W/2G11/RS

• 36/39 Watts
❍E
❍E
❍E
❍E
❍E
❍E

M

2
1
1
1
1
2
2

47535

—

—

❍E

1

47540

—

—

❍E

1

47540

—

—

❍E

2

80156
89219
80157

—
—
—

—
—
—

❍E
❍E
❍E

3
2
3

47509

47503

47506

E

2

47509

47503

47506

E

2

120
120
277
120
277
120
277
120
277
120
277
120
277
120
120
277
120
277
120
277

4150P▲
B140R120HP
B140R277HP
B240R120HP
B240R277HP
B240R120HP
B240R277HP

88
38
38
46
46
75
75

B224PUNV-C• 36
B239PUNV-D• 38
B239PUNV-D•
B340R120HP
B240R120RH
B340R277HP
C242UNV•◆
C242UNV•◆

71
70
106
69
106
68
67
68
67

0.76
0.32
0.13
0.40
0.17
0.62
0.27
0.30
0.13
0.32
0.15
0.59
0.26
0.89
0.58
0.39
0.57
0.25
0.57
0.25

——
——
——
——
——
——
——

0.90
0.90
0.94
1.00
1.00
0.89
0.89

50°F
50°F
50°F
50°F
50°F
50°F
50°F

High
High
High
High
High
High
High

<20%
<10%
<10%
<10%
<10%
<10%
<10%

RS
RS
RS
RS
RS
RS
RS

C6
C6
C6
C6
C6
C6
C6

5
11
11
13✛
13✛
13
13

——

0.95

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

-C

27

——

1.02

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

-D

27

——

0.97

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

-D

27

——
——
——

0.90
0.90
0.90

50°F
50°F
50°F

High
High
High

<10%
<20%
<10%

RS
RS
RS

C6
C6
C6

15
13
15

——

0.90

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C11

20

——

0.90

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

C11

20

FT36W/2G10

Long Twin
T5, 4-Pin

✿ RS = Rapid Start; PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
▲ Standard cases offer side lead configuration.
• New auto reset shutdown circuit
◆ Add following suffix for complete catalog # “SE” for Side Exit connectors or “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit connectors or
“BES” for Bottom Exit connectors with 2˝ O.C. screw studs.
❍ Not approved for use in hazardous locations.

✿ RS = Rapid Start; PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
▲ Standard cases offer side lead configuration.
◆ Add following suffix for complete catalog # “SE” for Side Exit connectors or “BE” suffix for Bottom Exit connectors or
“BES” for Bottom Exit connectors with 2˝ O.C. screw studs.
❍ Not approved for use in hazardous locations.

T5 LONG TWIN
24-27 WATTS

Mag
or
Elec

Nominal lamp
watts and
configuration

All ballasts are UL listed, CSA approved and designated Class P (thermally protected).

DIMENSIONS
REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C6

All ballasts are UL listed, CSA approved and designated Class P (thermally protected).

E
D

DIMENSIONS

C

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR -D
REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C10

Dwg.

G
C

A

B

F
A
B
D
E

Dwg.

L

W

H

M

X

-D

16.88”

1.16”

1.00”

16.28”

---

A

C6
2.40”
Lead Lengths:
Electronic
Black/Wh ite-24˝
Red/Blue- 30˝
Yellow - 48˝

111/16"
5/16"

F

B

C

D

E

F

1.55”

8.31”

8.89”

9.50”

1.19”

Magnetic
Models 4145P, 4245P,
4146P, 4246P
Black/Wh ite-11˝
Red/Blue/Yellow -16˝

T5 LONG TWIN
36-39 WATTS

GE Product Code
Mag
Side Bottom Bottom
or
Exit
Exit Exit Studs Elec
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz

QUICK
REFERENCE

LONG TWIN T5 BALLASTS–36/39 WATTS
(BIAX, DULUX L AND PLL)

QUICK
REFERENCE

Magnetic
(All other)
Black/Wh ite- 20˝
Red/Blue/Yellow 30˝

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C11

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR -C

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C11
REFERENCE DRAWING FOR -C

Dwg.

L

W

H

M

X

-C

14.25”

1.18”

1.00”

13.75”

---

Dwg.

A

C10 2.31”
C11 2.98”

B

C

D

1.00”
1.00”

4.25”
4.25”

4.61”
4.61”

E

F

G

4.94” 0.98” 1.00”
4.94” 1.55” 1.00”

Leadless-Poke-in wire connection

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Dwg.

L

W

H

M

X

-C

14.25”

1.18”

1.00”

13.75”

---

Dwg.

A

C11 2.98”

B

C

D

1.00”

4.25”

4.61”

E

F

G

4.94” 1.56” 1.00”

Leadless-Poke-in wire connection

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FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

MAGNETIC AND ELECTRONIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

LONG TWIN T5 BALLASTS–
40, 50, 55 & 96 WATTS
(BIAX, DULUX L AND PLL)

80683
80690
80691
80680
80681

—

—

—
—
—
—

Mag
or
Elec

Qty
of
Lamps

M
❍E
❍E

2
1
1
1

E
E
E
E

2
2
2
2

80683

—

—

E

2

80690
80691
80136

—
—
—

—
—
—

E
E
E

3
3
3

47542

—

—

❍E

1

47542

—

—

❍E

2

47542

—

—

❍E

1

47542
80162
80163

—

—

—
—

❍E

—
—

Min
Ballast Start Power
Factor Temp Factor

Starting
THD Method✿

Wir
Dim Diag

<20%
<20%
<20%

C6
C6
C6

Lamp Type
40 Watts

Black

2

E
E

2
2

120 4152P▲
85
120 C240SI120RH▼ 40
277 C240SI277RH▼ 40
120
• 41
277C240PUNVHP-B 40
120 C340SI120RH▼ 75
277 C340SI277RH▼ 75
120 C240SI120RH▼ 69
277 C240SI277RH▼ 69
120
76
277 C240PUNVHP-B• 73
120 C340SI120RH▼ 98
277 C340SI277RH▼ 98
347 B332I347HP 97
120
277 B254PUNV-D• 60
120
111
277 B254PUNV-D• 108
120
277 B254PUNV-D• 58
120
106
277 B254PUNV-D• 104
120 B295SR120HP 172
277 B295SR277HP 172

0.68
0.40
0.17
0.34
0.15
0.68
0.28
0.61
0.27
0.63
0.27
0.88
0.39
0.28
0.50
0.23
0.93
0.40
0.49
0.22
0.89
0.38
1.44
0.63

——
——
——
——

0.90
1.02
1.02
1.00

50°F
50°F
50°F
0°F

High
High
High
High

RS
IS
IS

<10%

PRS

FT40W/2G11

Blue

BALLAST

White

Black
Black

——
——
——
——

0.99
0.99
0.88
0.88

50°F
50°F
50°F
50°F

High
High
High
High

<20%
<20%
<20%
<20%

IS
IS
IS
IS

C6
C6
C6
C6

14✛
14✛
12
12

——

0.90

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

-B

20

——
——
——

0.88
0.88
0.85

50°F
50°F
50°F

High
High
High

<20%
<20%
<10%

IS
IS
IS

C6
C6
C6

14
14
14

——

1.29

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

-D

27

——

1.18

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

-D

27

——

0.90

0°F

High

<10%

PRS

-D

27

Lamp Type
50 Watts

Blue

BALLAST

Blue

Line

Line

Line

FT50W/2G11

DIAGRAM 1

DIAGRAM 5

DIAGRAM 7A

Long Twin
T5, 4-Pin
Lamp Type
55 Watts
FT55W/2G11

——
——
——

0.82
0.93
0.93

0°F
-20°F
-20°F

High
High
High

<10%
<10%
<10%

PRS

-D

SER-RS
SER-RS

SL
SL

Yellow
Yellow
White
Black

Long Twin
T5, 4-Pin

27
4
4

White

Lamp Type
96 Watts

Black

BALLAST

Red
Red
Blue
Blue

White

BALLAST

Blue
Line

BALLAST

FT96W/GY10q

Black

Blue

Blue

Line

Line

DIAGRAM 8

T5 LONG TWIN
40-96 WATTS

Blue

Black

Long Twin T5,
4-Pin

20

Red

BALLAST

Yellow

5
12✛
12✛

-B

Red

White
Yellow

E

—
—
—
—

Nominal lamp
watts and
configuration

Line Starting
Catalog Input Current Current
Number Watts Amps
Amps

Line
Volt

WIRING DIAGRAMS

DIAGRAM 8A

DIAGRAM 9

Long Twin
T5, 4-Pin

✿ RS = Rapid Start; IS = Instant Start; PRS = Programmed Rapid Start
▲ Standard cases offer side lead configuration.
• New auto reset shutdown circuit
▼ Incorporates shutdown circuit
❍ Not approved for use in hazardous locations.
All ballasts are UL listed, CSA approved and designated Class P (thermally protected).

Line

DIMENSIONS

Black
White

BALLAST

Blue
Blue
Red
Red

Line

Black
White
Yellow
Yellow

BALLAST

Blue
Blue
Red
Red

Line

Black
White
Yellow
Yellow

BALLAST

Red/White
Red/White
Blue
Blue
Red
Red

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR -SL

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR -B

DIAGRAM 11

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR C6

DIAGRAM 13

WIRING DIAGRAMS

GE Product Code
Side Bottom Bottom
Exit
Exit Exit Studs
Electrical Characteristics - 60 Hz
87625
—
—
80680
—
—
80681
—
—

QUICK
REFERENCE

DIAGRAM 15

REFERENCE DRAWING FOR -D
E
D
C
A

B

111/16"
5/16"

F

Dwg.

A

B

C

D

E

F

C6

2.40”

1.55”

8.31”

8.89”

9.50”

1.19”

Lead Lengths:
Electronic
Black/Wh ite-24˝
Red/Blue- 30˝
Yellow - 48˝

4-14

Magnetic
Black/Wh ite-20˝
Red/Blue/Yellow -30˝

Dwg.

L

W

H

M

X

-B
-D
-SL

9.50”
16.88”
11.75”

1.50”
1.18”
3.13”

1.00”
1.00”
1.78”

8.89”
16.20”
11.41”

0.88”
--2.00”

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MAGNETIC AND ELECTRONIC COMPACT
FLUORESCENT BALLASTS

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Black

Red
Red

White
Green

BALLAST

Blue
Blue

Black

Red
Red

White

BALLAST

Green

DIAGRAM 18

Black
White

Blue
Blue

Green

BALLAST

DIAGRAM 18A

DIAGRAM 19

Black

Red

White

Red

Black

Yellow

White

Yellow

Green

BALLAST

Green

Red
Red
Yellow
Yellow
Blue
Blue

Blue
Blue

Red
Red

BALLAST

Blue
Blue

Black
White
Green

BALLAST

Red
Red
Yellow
Yellow

Line

Blue
Blue

Mount lamp within 1" of grounded metal reflector.

WIRING DIAGRAMS

DIAGRAM 19A

DIAGRAM 20

DIAGRAM 21

Black
Red

White
Green

BALLAST

Yellow
Blue

DIAGRAM 23

DIAGRAM 27

Black

Red

White
Green

BALLAST
Blue

DIAGRAM 28
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HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

GE MEANS HIGHER EXPECTATIONS IN
HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE.

HIGH INTENSITY
DISCHARGE
BALLASTS

GE offers a wide line of ballasts for all High Intensity Discharge (HID)
lamp types (mercury, vapor, metal halide and high-pressure sodium)
for applications ranging from 35-2000 watts, including core & coil,
electronic, F-Can, potted core & coil, weatherproof, postline, and
indoor encased ballasts. Our line includes the latest innovation in
magnetic core & coil technology in years.

GE offers a wide line of HID ballasts for
applications ranging from 35-2000 watts.

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HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Core & Coil
Core & coil ballasts are used in over 90% of all
HID fixtures. GE‘s core & coil models are available for
all HID lamp types, including single-, dual-, tri-, and
multi-voltage designs. For added versatility and
reduced inventory costs, GE has also introduced the
industry's first Multi-5 ™ ballast (120, 208, 240, 277,
or 480 Volt), featuring a 480-Volt tap on a conventional quad tap ballast.
Our core & coil models are ideal for a wide variety
of lighting applications, including factories, warehouses,
gymnasiums and retail stores. All these ballasts feature
precision-wound coils, ensuring even heat dissipation
and the highest electrical integrity.
GE‘s Precise™ is the next generation in core & coil
technology, featuring a smaller, lightweight design and
improved temperature performance. Precise™ fits virtually all applications, and has no exposed live metal
parts. There are no plastic extrusions, which prevents
breakage during shipping. Color-coded leads make
installation easy.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW
HID Multi-5™ Ballasts

Weatherproof
GE's weatherproof ballasts are designed to stand
up to the toughest outdoor conditions. They can be
mounted remotely in the pole base or pole top. Since
they're not hermetically sealed, they should not be
mounted in areas prone to water accumulation.

ensuring quiet operation. If necessary, these ballasts
can be specified with an integral capacitor and starter.
Ignitors
GE offers the industry's most complete line of ignitors, including standard, automatic shutoff, instant
restrike, and long distance ignitors.

Indoor Encased
Our HID indoor encased ballasts can be mounted
remotely, which lets you use a smaller HID fixture while

Multi-5™ Uni-Pak™

HID Capacitors

F-Can Ballasts

Core & Coil Ballasts

F-Can
These ballasts are used primarily for indoor downlighting applications where quiet operation is essential. All the components of these ballasts are enclosed
in a fluorescent-style ballast can and are thermally
protected.

REMOTE MOUNTING DISTANCE
Maximum Length in Feet for Remote Mounting of HID Ballasts to Lamp
ANSI

Lamp Type

Watts

12 GA

14 GA

16 GA

18 GA

H45
H46
H43
H38
H39
H37
H33
H35
H36
M57
M58
M59
M47
M48

Mercury
Mercury
Mercury
Mercury
Mercury
Mercury
Mercury
Mercury
Mercury
Metal Halide
Metal Halide
Metal Halide
Metal Halide
Metal Halide

40
50
75
100
175
250
400
700
1000
175
250
400
1000
1500

534
498
620
620
272
194
132
297
208
272
194
132
196
146

336
313
390
390
171
122
83
187
131
171
122
83
123
92

211
197
245
245
107
77
52
117
82
107
77
52
77
58

132
123
154
154
67
48
33
74
51
67
48
33
48
36

PRODUCT
OVERVIEW

HID Ballast Kits

PRODUCT
OVERVIEW

Potted Core & Coil
Our potted core & coil ballasts are designed for
applications requiring quieter or cooler operation
than provided by standard coil & coil ballasts. The
potting material is a sand-filled polyester which
provides excellent sound-deadening and heat transfer qualities.

For proper installation, ensure that remote ballasts are properly vented and mounted to a heat-dissipating surface.

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(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

APPLICATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION

For maximum safety and reliability, all GE capacitors come with built-in bleed resistors. All GE capacitors are recognized by UL (UL file #E68320 for metal
cases and #E182721 for plastic cases) and approved
by CSA (CSA file #LR51331, metal cases only).
Environmental safety is assured by use of biodegradable, nontoxic (no PCBs) dielectric fluid (soybean oil),
patented for use in capacitors. Dry-film capacitors do
not include protective devices. Since they can fail in a
hazardous manner, it is the responsibility of the purchaser to take appropriate precautions.
Capacitors
GE has a comprehensive line of capacitors in metal
cases (up to 520V ratings) and plastic cases (up to 400V
ratings) – plus metal cases for dual-level operation. All GE
capacitors are designed for 60,000 hours of continuous
life. They're exceptionally reliable because we put them
through accelerated life testing at 125% rated voltage
and 110% of rated temperature +10°C.
GE capacitors are normally packaged with ballasts. They

Plastic Dry Type Capacitors

may also be ordered separately, bulk packaged, or individually boxed with the suffix “BH” (metal cases only). Capacitor
weights vary from 1/4 lb. to 1 lb. each.
Dry Capacitors
Type “P” plastic case capacitors described in this section are dry and do NOT contain safety interrupters (or
oil). Plastic cases are UL rated “94V-O” (for use up to
100°C maximum). Type "P" capacitors are supplied with
stranded copper wire leads 8 inches long (18 AWG, with
150°C rated insulation). Capacitor rolls are sealed inside
plastic cases using epoxy. Design and testing of GE
capacitors follow specifications in Electronic Industries
Association (EIA) Standard 456-A, titled “Metalized Film
Dielectric Capacitors for Alternating Current
Application.”
“P” capacitors are designed and rated for continuous duty AC voltages below 400VAC @ 50 or 60 Hz.
Capacitors used with HID ballasts at voltages above
400VAC should contain interrupters (available from GE in
oval “MF” and round “RMF” oil-filled metal cases).

OIL–FILLED CAPACITORS

GE Product
Code

uF

VACr

Part #

Case

Ht (")

89078
88982
89083
89071
89077
89007

12.0
15.0
24.0
24.0
24.0
48.0

400
400
360
400
480
330

005-2799-MF
005-1185-MF
005-3160-MF
005-2664-MF
005-2779-MF
005-1422-MF

1.50 oval
1.75 oval
1.75 oval
1.75 oval
1.75 oval
1.75 oval

2.7
2.7
3.1
3.1
3.9
3.9

Metal and Oil Filled Capacitors

APPLICATION &
OPERATING INFO.

Protective Device (Only in metal cases)

PRODUCT
OVERVIEW

Protective device to prevent case rupture

Normal Cover Position

1/2"

Barrier
Barrier

Normal Position of Protective
Device

5-4

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After Activation

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(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

BRACKET REFERENCE CHART

APPLICATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION

CORE & COIL
ADJUSTABLE
MOUNTING
BRACKETS

CORE & COIL
WELDED BRACKETS
All welded brackets are .093" thick.

Routinely supplied with replacement kits.
All welded brackets are .093" thick.
Ref. Drawing B2

Ref. Drawing B1

.250 Slot
2 Places

Ref. Drawing
ADJ1

1.25" 1.00"
0.75"0.25"

4.60"
3.35"

5.25"

0.30"

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Acceptance
All F-Can and weatherproof ballasts listed in this
catalog are Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. white
card listed, except those for 347 Volt operation. All
core & coil, potted core & coil and postline ballasts
listed in this catalog are Underwriters Laboratories,
Inc. yellow card listed (component recognized).
Ballast Replacement
Ballast replacement presents the possibility of
exposure to potentially hazardous voltages and
should be performed only by qualified personnel. All
installation, inspection and maintenance should be
performed only with the entire circuit power to fixture or equipment turned off. Installation shall be in
accordance with National Electric Code.

4.00"

Ref. Drawing B3

Ref. Drawing B1-A

Heat
A ballast, like any other electrical device, generates heat during normal operation. Planning for
maximum heat dissipation with proper fixture
design, installation planning and ballast selection will
minimize the possibility of a heat-related problem
arising. Excessive temperature will have an adverse
effect on ballast life.

Ref. Drawing
ADJ2

.281 Slot
2 Places

1.25"

0.75"0.25"

Ref. Drawing
MB1

7.75"

5.50"

3.35"

Normal Temperature Limits:
• F-Can Ballasts
Maximum case temperature: 90°C

0.09"

7.75"

0.43"

0.30"

1.75"

1.81"

4.00"

1.30"
45º

0.93"

The resetting thermal protector functions as a
thermostat which will open and temporarily deactivate the ballast when it exceeds the permissible temperature. The ballast will continue to cycle until the
cause of overheating is eliminated. If the ballast is
defective, it must be replaced. If the cause is external, the ballast will resume normal operation after
abnormal conditions are eliminated.
To attain normal ballast life, the maximum coil
temperature of the ballast should not exceed the rating of the insulation system. A temperature increase
of 10°C results in a 50% reduction of ballast life.
Low Ambient Temperature (Cold)
As temperatures drop, less and less vaporized
gas is available within the arc tube of a high intensity
discharge lamp, thereby causing an increase in the
open circuit voltage required to initiate an arc in the
lamp, until a point is reached where the lamp cannot
be started. The minimum temperature at which any
ballast listed in this catalog will provide reliable starting is listed with the electrical characteristics.
Low ambient temperatures will also result in a
slight increase in the warm-up period of any type of
high intensity discharge lamp.
Ballasts should be protected from weather, moisture, or other abnormal atmospheric conditions,
unless specifically designed for use under adverse
conditions.

Ref. Drawing B1-B

Ref. Drawing B4

• Weatherproof Ballasts
Maximum case temperature: 90°C

0.93"
0.58"

2.75"

.29"

.281 Slot
6 Req.

1.75"

0.90"

on center

R. TYP.
0.50"
TYP.

6.10"

1.00" 0.25"

on center

0.50"

0.25" Dia.
2 Holes

For use with:
• 50 to 175 watt Mercury, High Pressure Sodium
and Metal Halide and some 250 watt Metal Halide

6.75"
on center

7.75"

4.60"

Ref. Drawing
MB2

7.25"
1.880"

5.25"

.090"

.460"

BRACKET
REFERENCE

1.300"
2.685"

1.750"
45°

.835"
.290"
.930"

.580"

.290"

.735"
1/4"

Dia.
2 Holes

For use with:
• 250 to 1500 watt Metal Halide
• 250 to 1000 watt High Pressure Sodium and
Mercury Vapor

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• Core & Coil Ballasts and
Potted Core and Coil Ballasts
Insulation: Class 180°C
Maximum coil temperature: 165°C
(measured by change of resistance method)
All F-Can ballasts listed in this catalog are
equipped with built-in automatic resetting internal
thermal protection as a standard feature.
Other ballast types may be available with thermal protection as an option. If required, consult your
GE representative for availability and ordering information.
Whenever a ballast with thermal protection is
used, it is imperative that the fixture/ballast/lamp
combination be heat tested under actual or simulated installation conditions to assure that the ballast
will not cycle.

Fusing
The purpose of fusing an HID ballast is to
remove the ballast from the power line in the event
of a ballast system failure. A fuse does not protect
the ballast from failing.
Because the temperature in the ballast
compartment is high, typically 90OC, fuse ratings are
specified at 25OC, and that this rating declines as the
temperature increases, HID fuse recommendations
are made between 2 and 3 times the maximum
current the ballast will draw during all normal
conditions.
Fast-blow fuses should not be used due to the
possibility of high inrush currents. These currents are
due to the fact that the power can be applied at any
point in the AC voltage waveform. Standard and
slow-blow are acceptable.
When using the 120V tap for auxiliary lighting, a
slow-blow fuse should be used to protect the ballast
from damage from a fault in the auxiliary lighting
circuit.

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

APPLICATION &
OPERATING INFO.

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HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

Sound
High intensity discharge lamp ballasts, like all
electromagnetic devices, produce noise, or “hum.” It
is the degree of noise which determines the existence of a problem. Ballast noise will only be noticeable when it exceeds the ambient sound level of the
installation. It is obvious that a ballast designed primarily for outdoor or factory use would not be suitable in an office environment.
The vast improvements in all high intensity discharge lamps and ballasts, and their excellent
energy efficiency, have made them viable options
for many indoor applications. The ballasts being
considered should be carefully analyzed to ensure
that there will not be an objectionable level of ballast noise.
All F-Can ballasts listed in this catalog are
“Sound Rated” to aid in the selection of a ballast
that is proper for the environment in which it will
operate.
Potted core & coil ballasts are also designed to
operate at reduced sound levels, generally several
decibels lower than a standard core & coil ballast.
Core & coil ballasts are not sound rated.
In situations where light output necessitates
using a ballast with a sound rating or noise level
not normally acceptable, the ballast should be
remotely mounted. Note, however, that not all ballasts listed in this catalog are designed or recommended for remote mounting.

APPLICATION &
OPERATING INFO.

Polarity
Polarity refers to the proper connection of ballast lead wires to line wires. To aid you in making a
correct installation, GE ballast leads are color-coded
for easy identification. The white or yellow ballast
lead is to be connected to the neutral or common.
Choose the appropriate ballast voltage lead to connect to the line.

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Grounding
Ballast and capacitors or starters in metallic
casings must always be grounded. Ballasts and
components may be grounded to the fixture or
otherwise grounded. It would be hazardous to
make contact with an ungrounded fixture, ballast
or other electrical component while in operation.

Operating Line Voltage Limits
To receive the full benefits of rated lamp output and to prolong ballast life, it is essential that
voltage supplied to an installation be maintained
within the prescribed limits.
In general, the line voltage supplied to a lag
type ballast (reactor or high reactance autotransformer) should be maintained within 5% of the
voltage for which the ballast is rated. The line voltage to lead type ballasts (constant wattage autotransformer or constant wattage isolated) should
be maintained within 10%.
Subjecting a ballast to excessive voltage for an
extended period of time results in the deterioration
of the coil insulation. This insulation breakdown
will cause early ballast failure.
Low voltage has no damaging effect on the
ballast. It could, however, have an adverse effect
on lamp performance and starting dependability.
Maintenance
Selecting and installing an adequate and
efficient lighting system means nothing if it is
not properly maintained. Maintenance must
always be considered as part of the life cycle
cost of any high intensity discharge lighting
installation in order to assure the continued performance of the system as originally specified.
First and foremost in importance is proper
lamp maintenance. High intensity discharge
lamps do not “burn out” like an incandescent
bulb, but rather, undergo changes with the arc
tube which prevent the lamp from starting properly, warming up and producing full light output.
The beginning of difficulties such as these generally indicates the end of a lamp's useful life. Also,
a dead lamp left in a fixture can be very damaging to the ignitor in systems which utilize them.
To overcome this problem, GE offers automatic
shutoff ignitors, which are described in the ignitor section of this catalog.
In difficult locations, group replacement of all
the lamps, working or not, is often more economical and convenient than spot replacement. The
same, of course, applies to ballasts which might
be approaching the end of their life. Only you can
decide what is right for your lighting system, but
what is important is that you have a maintenance
program.

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APPLICATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION
Periodic cleaning of the fixtures‘ lenses and
reflectors is also important in maintaining proper
light output. For indoor systems, maintenance of
reflective surfaces, such as walls and ceilings, will
also help assure proper levels of illumination.

Standby Lighting and Packaging
Standby Lighting
To provide light during a high intensity discharge
lamp's warm-up period, or the cool-down period
following a power interruption which has extinguished it, incandescent standby lighting can be
incorporated. This is accomplished by use of a
standby lighting device, or remote, that switches off
an incandescent lamp incorporated into the fixture
once an arc has been established, or reestablished,
in the HID lamp. Generally, standby lighting devices
operate on 120 Volts, so a tap must be provided on
ballasts designed to operate at higher line voltages.
The 120 Volt terminal or lead on all GE dual-,
tri- and multi-voltage ballasts can be used as a tap
for standby lighting when the ballast is utilized for
any of the higher voltages. Many single voltage ballasts are available with a 120 Volt tap and are listed
throughout the core & coil data section. Other single voltage ballasts may be available in this version.
Consult your GE representative for availability and
price information.
Any connection to the 120 Volt tap must be
accomplished by means of a slow-blow fuse. This
fuse will protect the ballast from abnormal conditions in the standby lamp circuit or its control
device. The fuse should be located in the coolest
place in the fixture (below 80°C). The recommended fuse amperage and maximum auxiliary lamp
wattage are listed in this catalog for each ballast
suitable for standby lighting applications.
Be sure to follow the wiring instructions of the
standby lighting device manufacturer. All applicable
requirements of the National Electrical Code must
be met.

Packaging
Standard Pack
GE high intensity discharge lamp ballasts are
routinely packed in easy-to-handle cartons containing from 1 to 20 units per carton, depending on the
size and weight of the ballasts. Consult your GE
representative regarding the number of “units per
carton” for shipment with attached mounting
brackets, capacitors (for high power factor units),
and ignitors (if required). Other ordering criteria may
cause packaging to vary.
Individual Cartons
All distributor replacement kits, weatherproof,
postline, potted core & coil, and many larger ballasts are packaged in individual cartons.
Individual cartons serve a threefold purpose: as
a display carton, a stock package, and a shipping
container for the retail market. Individual cartons
may be packed in master cartons, depending on
weight and size.
Individual carton packaging may be available for
other ballasts. Contact your GE representative
regarding availability and cost.

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

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OPERATING INFO.

APPLICATION AND OPERATING INFORMATION

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HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

NOMENCLATURE

TYPICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR HID BALLASTS

ABBREVIATIONS

UL Bench Top Rise Temperature Code

CWA

Constant Wattage Autotransformer

CWI

Constant Wattage Isolated

ISO

Regulated Lag

R-HPF

Reactor—High Power Factor

To facilitate UL inspection, the UL Bench Top
Rise Temperature Code is shown on the core &
coil ballast label as 1029X. 1029 is the UL
Standard for HID Ballasts, and the X is the
temperature code. If a fixture is UL listed for
1029D, then automatically all ballasts with an
A, B, C or D temperature classification are
acceptable for use within that same fixture.

R-NPF

Reactor—Normal Power Factor

HX-HPF Lag Type — High Reactance
Autotransformer—High Power Factor

UL Bench Top Rise Letter Code
Temperature Range for
Class H (180°C) Ballasts

HX-NPF Lag Type — High Reactance
Autotransformer—Normal Power
Factor

A <75°C
C 80°C<85°C
E 90°C<95°C

B 75°C<80°C
D 85°C<90°C
F 95°C<100°C

Field

4

6

7

8

9

1
C

1
5

1
M

3
0

1
C

Socket Type &
Other Oddities
(M/D/X/L)

3

Frame Size
(E/3/4/5/X)

2

Style
(C/F/W/E/I/P)

5

Number of Digits

NOMENCLATURE

Field

5-10

0

0

Ignitors
1. All ignitors will be epoxy-filled with either a
plastic or aluminum external housing.
2. The ignitor shall be so designed to provide six
months of lamp open circuit operation without
failure.
Kits
1. All HID kits shall be precision wound to ensure
proper installation.
2. All HID kits shall be pre-wired.
3. All HID kits shall be built with color-coded
leads.
4. All HID kits are to be UL and CSA recognized
following the guidelines found in UL 1029 and
CAN/CSA-22.2 No.74-92 (part 2 and 3).
5. GE Model______________ (or approved equal).

Container Type
(C/T/I/K)

Wattage

1
A

Pack Code
(000 TO 999)

Lamp Type
(M/P/S/H)

3
M L T

Circuit Type
(R/A/I/O/L/M)

2 to 4
2 0 0 0

Primary Voltage
(MLT/ML5/TRI/48T/
120/277/
230)

1
M

Capacitors
1. All capacitors will be provided with a self-contained internal bleeder resistor.
2. All oil-filled capacitors will be housed in corrosion-resistant steel cans and contain .25" quick
disconnect terminals.
3. All capacitors will be manufactured by ballast
manufacturer.

Description

1

(M) Metal Halide, (P) Pulse Start Metal Halide, (S) High Pressure Sodium, (H) Mercury

2

35 to 2000 Watts (Varies from two to four digits)

3

(MLT) Quad, (ML5) Multi-5, (TRI) TriVolt, (48T) 480/120, (120) 120, (277) 277, (230) 230V/50Hz

4

(R) Reactor, (A) CWA, (I) CWI, (O) IsoReg, (L) High Reactance/Lag, (M) MagLag

5

(C), C&C, (F) F-Can, (W) Weatherproof, (E) Encased/Potted C&C (I) Indoor Encased

6

(E) E&I, (3) 3x4, (4) 4-3/4, (5) 5-3/4, (X) Non Core and Coil

7

(M) Mogul or Medium, (D) Double Ended, (X) Multiple Lamps, (L) Low Loss

8

Pack Code (000 to 999, per pack code listing)

9

(C) Carton, (T) Tray, (I) Individual, (K) Kit

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SPECIFICATIONS

1

1. Ballasts shall be designed in accordance with all
applicable ANSI specifications including ANSI
C82.4
2. The Core & Coil ballast shall be designed with
class "H" (180°C) or higher insulation system
and vacuum impregnated with a 100% solids
based resin.
3. All coils shall be precision wound.
4. Core & Coil ballasts shall be designed to operate at least 180 cycles of 12 hours on and 12
hours off, with the lamp circuit in an open or
short-circuited condition and without undue
reduction in ballast life.
5. Core & Coil ballast and starter combinations
shall be designed to provide a reliable lamp starting down to -40°C for High Pressure Sodium
and -30°C for Metal Halide at minimum rated
line voltage.
6. Manufacturer shall provide written warranty
against defects in workmanship, including
replacement, for two years from date of manufacture.

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(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

DISTRIBUTOR REPLACEMENT KITS
GE's HID distributor replacement kits contain
the appropriate core & coil, a properly rated capacitor, and all other components required for ballast
replacement. Our kits are the quickest and easiest
to install of any on the market, thanks to unique
design features like:
• Prewired capacitor and ignitor (if required) to
save time and reduce wiring errors
• Color coded leads to reduce risk of incorrect
wiring inside the fixture
• Features that exceed UL standards, including
capacitors that offer trip fault protection
• Simple installation instructions and troubleshooting tips
• UPS shippable box

Quad, 480 Volt, Multi-5™ and Multi-5™ Uni-Pak™ Distributor Replacement Kits

Our kit offerings include many quad-voltage
(120, 208, 240, or 277 volt) and 480 Volt core &
coil ballasts, as well as the new Multi-5 five-voltage ballast. 480 Volt ballasts are equipped with a
120 Volt tap to accommodate standby lighting.
GE‘s Multi-5™ Ballast Lamp Replacement kit is
available for metal halide and high pressure sodium applications. This easy to carry, convenient, allin-one kit ensures ballast lamp compatibility.
Distributor replacement kit cartons are packaged in master cartons in quantities from 1 to 6
units.
Master carton quantities can be found on GE's
list and distributor price sheets.

Lamp Type

HPS

Quad, 480 Volt, Multi-5™ and Multi-5™ Uni-Pak™ Distributor Replacement Kits

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Pulse
Start
Metal
Halide

Wattage
150
175
175
250
250
250
250
250
400
400
400
400
1000
1000
1000
1500
1500
175
175
250
250
320
320
350

Voltage
480-120
Multi-5
120/208/240/277
Multi-5
120/208/240/277
Multi-5
Multi-5™ Uni-Pak™
Multi-5™ Uni-Pak™
Multi-5
120/208/240/277
480-120
Multi-5™ Uni-Pak™
Multi-5
120/208/240/277
480-120
120/208/240/277
480-120
120/208/240/277
480-120
120/208/240/277
480-120
120/208/240/277
480-120
120/208/240/277

Frame Size
3x4
3x4
3x4
3x4
3x4
4.25 x 4.75
3x4
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 5.75
4.25 x 5.75
4.25 x 5.75
4.25 x 5.75
4.25 x 5.75
3x4
3x4
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75

GE Product Code
86711
87210
86741
87211
86765
87212
49763
49742
86808
86814
86803
49745
87213
86655
86650
86698
86693
86885
86876
86935
86926
86959
86952
86984

Part Number
M15048TLC3M500K
M175ML5AC3M500K
M175MLTAC3M500K
M250ML5AC3M500K
M250MLTAC3M500K
M250ML5AC4M500K
M250ML5AC3M555K
M250ML5AC4M555K
M400ML5AC4M500K
M400MLTAC4M500K
M40048TAC4M500K
M400ML5AC4M555K
M1000ML5AC5M500K
M1000MLTAC5M500K
M100048TAC5M500K
M1500MLTAC5M500K
M150048TAC5M500K
P175MLTAC3M500K
P17548TAC3M500K
P250MLTAC4M500K
P25048TAC4M500K
P320MLTAC4M500K
P32048TAC4M500K
P350MLTAC4M500K

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Mercury

Voltage
120/208/240/277
480-120
480-120
120/208/240/277
120/208/240/277
480-120
120/208/240/277
480-120
120/208/240/277
480-120
Multi-5
120/208/240/277
Multi-5™ Uni-Pak™

Frame Size
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 5.75
3x4
3x4
3x4
3x4
3x4
3x4
3x4
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75
4.25 x 4.75

GE Product Code
87008
86999
46936
87152
86587
86456
87074
87068
87094
87087
87214
87121
49757

Part Number
P400MLTAC4M500K
P40048TAC4M500K
P75048TAC5M500K
S50MLTLC3M500K
S70MLTLC3M500K
S7048TLC3M500K
S100MLTLC3M500K
S10048TLC3M500K
S150MLTLC3M500K
S15048TLC3M500K
S250ML5AC4M500K
S250MLTAC4M500K
S250ML5AC4M555K

400

Multi-5

4.25 x 4.75

8725

S400ML5AC4M500K

400

120/208/240/277

4.25 x 4.75

87164

S400MLTAC4M500K

400

480-120

4.25 x 4.75

87198

S40048TAC4M500K

400

Multi-5

4.25 x 5.75

87217

S400ML5AC5M500K

400

120/208/240/277

4.25 x 5.75

87175

S400MLTAC5M500K

400

480-120

4.25 x 5.75

87206

S40048TAC5M500K

400

Multi-5™ Uni-Pak

4.25 x 4.75

49758

S400ML5AC4M555K

1000

Multi-5

4.25 x 5.75

87218

S1000ML5AC5M500K

1000

120/208/240/277

4.25 x 5.75

87056

S1000MLTAC5M500K

1000

480-120

4.25 x 5.75

87048

S100048TAC5M500K

™

100

120/208/240/277

3x4

86519

H100MLTAC3M500K

175

120/208/240/277

3x4

86527

H175MLTAC3M500K

400

120/208/240/277

4.25 x 4.75

86542

H400MLTAC4M500K

DISTRIBUTOR
REPLACEMENT KITS

DISTRIBUTOR
REPLACEMENT KITS

Lamp Type
Metal
Halide

Wattage
400
400
750
50
70
70
100
100
150
150
250
250
250

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(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS

MH 35/39 WATTS

MH 150 WATTS

Nom
Dimensions
Capacitor
Ignitor
GE
Max Open
Total
Max
UL
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min Dry Film
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Voltage Rating Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt Dia Ht
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise
(1) 35/39 WATT M130 METAL HALIDE LAMP
120 or
1.16
3
208 or
0.67
3
86824
M50MLTLC3M500K HX-HPF 67
4 PC1 1.0 2.6 6 280 1.2 2.2 1.31x2.16 2.2 4.3 MH100-3A
10
A
240 or
0.57
2
277
0.50
2

Nom
Dimensions
Capacitor
Ignitor
GE
Max Open
Total
Max
UL
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min Dry Film
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Vltg Rtg Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt Dia Ht
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise
(1) 150 WATT M102 METAL HALIDE LAMP - Medium Base
120 or
3.32
10
208 or
1.93
5
86718
M150MLTLC3M500K HX-HPF 185
245
4 PC1 2.3 3.9 16 300 1.6 2.7 1.56x2.69 2.7 7.3 MH100-3A
10
D
240 or
1.66
5
277
1.48
4
86711 480-120 M15048TLC3M500K HX-HPF 180
1.00
245
2 6 PC1 2.3 3.9 16 280 1.6 2.7 1.56x2.69 2.7 7.3 MH100-3A
10
F

MH 70 WATTS
Nom
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Voltage Rating Dia
(1) 70 WATT M98 METAL HALIDE LAMP – Medium Base
120 or
1.70
4
208 or
1.04
3
86847
M70MLTLC3M500K HX-HPF 95
245
4
240 or
0.87
3
277
0.78
2
86839 480-120 M7048TLC3M HX-HPF 95
0.50
245
1
6

Dimensions
Ref
Dwg

A

B

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

MH 175 WATTS featuring Multi-5™

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

PC1

1.3 2.9

8

280 1.2 2.7 1.31x2.16 2.2

4.3 MH100-3A

10

PC1

1.3 2.9

8

300 1.2 2.7 1.31x2.16 2.2

4.3 MH100-3A

10

A
B
B
B
E

MH 100 WATTS
Nom
Dimensions
Capacitor
Ignitor
UL
GE
Max Open
Total
Max
Bench
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min Dry Film
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance
Top
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Vltg Rtg Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt Dia Ht
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Rise
(1) 100 WATT M90 OR M92 METAL HALIDE LAMP - Medium Base
120 or
2.30
5
208 or
1.30
4
86675
M100MLTLC3M500K HX-HPF 130
250
4 PC1 1.7 3.2 10 280 1.2 2.7 1.31x2.16 2.2 6.3 MH100-3A
10
A
240 or
1.10
3
277
0.95
3
86667 480-120 M10048TLC3M500K HX-HPF 140
0.62
250
2 6 PC1 1.7 3.2 10 280 1.2 2.7 1.31x2.16 2.2 5.0 MH100-3A
10
C

DIMENSIONS

Nom
GE
Max Open
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse
Product Input
Catalog*
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Voltage Rating
(1) 175 WATT M57, M107 METAL HALIDE OR H39 MERCURY LAMPS
120 or
1.80
5
208 or
1.10
3
86741
M175MLTAC3M500K CWA 213
310
240 or
0.90
3
277
0.78
2
120 or
208 1.90
5
208 or
208 1.10
3
87210 240 or M175ML5AC3M500K CWA 208 0.95
300
3
277 or
208 0.85
2
480
210 0.50
1.5

Dimensions
Wir Ref
Dia Dwg

A

B

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

21 PC1

2.2 3.6

10 400 1.6 2.7 1.56x2.69 2.7

6.8

n/a

n/a

A
B
A
A

44 PC1

2.3 3.6

10 400 1.6 2.7 1.56x2.69 2.7

6.8

n/a

n/a

B

DIMENSIONS
REFERENCE DRAWING PC1
0.199 Dia Thru
4 Holes

0.199 Dia Thru
4 Holes

A

DESCRIPTION

SUFFIX *

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

000
200
500
500K

W

Bracket

BRef. Dwg.
L
W
M
1
4.00" 0.75" 3.35"
PC1
5.25" 1.25" 4.60"

B
MAX

S

M
L

A

DESCRIPTION
2.812˝

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

S
0.25"
0.25"

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

2.438˝

transforming the power of light ™

3.500˝ 3.938˝

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

SUFFIX *
000
200
500
500K

W

Bracket

M
L

BRef. Dwg.
L
W
M
1
4.00” 0.75” 3.35”
PC1
5.25” 1.25” 4.60”

B
MAX

S

2.812˝
0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

S
0.25”
0.25”

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

2.438˝

MH 150-175 WATTS

MH 35-100 WATTS

REFERENCE DRAWING PC1

5-14

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

3.500˝ 3.938˝

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

5-15

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS

MH 400 WATTS featuring Multi-5™
MH 250 WATTS featuring Multi-5

™

Nom
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Voltage Rating
(1) 250 WATT M58 METAL HALIDE OR H37 MERCURY LAMP - 4" Frame
120 or
2.60
8
208 or
1.58
5
86765
M250MLTAC3M500K CWA 294
280
240 or
1.30
4
277
1.12
3
120 or
2.60
8
208 or
1.60
5
87211 240 or M250ML5AC3M500K CWA 280 1.30
290
4
277 or
1.20
3
480
0.70
2

Dimensions
Wir Ref
Dia Dwg

A

B

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

21 PC1

3.0 4.3

15 400 1.6 3.6 1.91x2.91 2.7

9.0

n/a

n/a

44 PC1

3.0 4.3

15 400 1.6 3.6 1.91x2.91 2.7

9.0

n/a

n/a

C
D
C
C
B
B
B
C
C

Nom
Dimensions
Capacitor
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min Dry Film Oil Filled
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current VoltageRating Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt Dia Ht
Oval
Ht
(1) 400 WATT M59 METAL HALIDE OR H33 MERCURY LAMP
86803 480-120 M40048TAC4M500K CWA 458 1.00
300
5 19 PC2 2.0 3.9 24 400 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1
120 or
4.00
10
208 or
2.30
8
86814
M400MLTAC4M500K CWA 458
300
21 PC2 2.0 3.9 24 360 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1
240 or
2.00
5
277
1.70
5
120 or
4.00
10
208 or
2.30
8
87212 240 or M400ML5AC4M500K CWA 458 2.00
300
5 44 PC2 2.0 3.9 24 400 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1
277 or
1.70
5
480
1.00
5

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
(lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise
11.2

n/a

n/a

11.2

n/a

n/a

11.2

n/a

n/a

E
C
D
D
E
E
D
E
D
E

MH 1000 WATTS featuring Multi-5™
MH 250 WATTS featuring Multi-5™
Nom
Dimensions
Capacitor
Ignitor
GE
Max Open
Total
Max
UL
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min Dry Film Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Voltage Rating Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt Dia Ht
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise
(1) 250 WATT M58 METAL HALIDE OR H37 MERCURY LAMPS - 4.75" Frame
120 or
2.50
8
208 or
1.40
5
87212 240 or M250ML5AC4M500K CWA 293 1.30
305
4 44 PC2 1.8 3.6 15 400 1.6 3.6 1.91x2.91 2.7 10.8
n/a
n/a
A
277 or
1.10
3
480
0.65
2

0.199 Dia Thru
4 Holes

0.250 Dia Thru
4 Holes

A

A

DIMENSIONS

REFERENCE DRAWING PC2

B
MAX

MH 250 WATTS

SUFFIX *
3.875˝

3.500˝ 3.938˝

4.375˝ 4.750˝

4.60”

S
0.25”
0.25”

W

Bracket

0.25”

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

5-16

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

500K

1.25”

n/a

D

n/a

F
B
B
B
B

22.0

n/a

B
MAX

B
MAX

DESCRIPTION

5.25”

n/a

0.250 Dia Thru
8 Holes

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

4.250˝

PC 2

22.0

A

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

BRef. Dwg.
L
W
M
1
4.00” 0.75” 3.35”
PC1
5.25” 1.25” 4.60”

C

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

2.438˝

n/a

REFERENCE DRAWING PC3

A

000
200
500

n/a

0.250 Dia Thru
4 Holes

4.250˝

2.812˝

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

22.0

REFERENCE DRAWING PC2

REFERENCE DRAWING PC1

B
MAX

DESCRIPTION

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
(lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

MH 400-1000 WATTS

DIMENSIONS

Nom
Dimensions
Capacitor
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min Dry Film Oil Filled
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Voltage Rating Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt Dia Ht
Oval
Ht
(1) 1000 WATT M47 METAL HALIDE OR H36 MERCURY LAMP
86650 480-120 M100048TAC5M500K CWA 1080 2.30
420 10 19 PC3 2.8 4.6 24 480 n/a n/a 1.91x2.91 3.9
120 or
9.20
20
208 or
5.30
15
86655
M1000MLTAC5M500K CWA 1080
420
21 PC3 2.8 4.7 24 480 n/a n/a 1.91x2.91 3.9
240 or
4.60
10
277
4.00
10
120 or
9.00
20
208 or
5.20
15
87213 240 or M1000ML5AC5M500K CWA 1080 4.40
425 10 44 PC3 2.8 4.6 24 480 n/a n/a 1.91x2.91 3.9
277 or
3.90
10
480
2.30
10

transforming the power of light ™

M
L

S

SUFFIX *
000
200
500

4.250˝
3.875˝

3.875˝

4.375˝
5.375˝ 5.750˝

4.375˝ 4.750˝

500K
BRef. Dwg.

L

W

M

S

PC 2
PC3

5.25”
7.75”

1.25”
2.75”

4.60”
6.10”

0.25”
0.25”

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

W

Bracket

S

M
L

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

5-17

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS

MH 1500 WATTS

PULSE START MH 175 WATTS

GE
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit
Code Volts
Number
Type
(1) 1500 WATT M48 METAL HALIDE LAMP
86693 480-120 M150048TAC5M500K CWA
120 or
86698 208 or M1500MLTAC5M500K CWA
277

Nom
Dimensions
Max Open
Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Input Current Voltage Rating Dia Dwg A B

Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

1610

PC3 4.3 6.4

32 525 n/a n/a 1.97x3.66 3.9 29.5

n/a

n/a

PC3 4.3 6.4

32 525 n/a n/a 1.97x3.66 3.9 30.0

n/a

n/a

1610

3.50
14.00
8.00
7.00

450
450

10 19
40
25 21
20

Capacitor

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise
E
F
E
F

GE
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts
Code Volts
Number
Type Input
(1) 175 WATT M137 METAL HALIDE PULSE START LAMP
120 or
208 or
86885
P175MLTAC3M500K CWA 208
240 or
277
86876 480-120 P17548TAC3M500K CWA 210

Nom
Dimensions
Max Open
Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Current Vltg Rtg Dia Dwg A B
1.80
1.10
0.90
0.78
0.45

255
255

5
3
3
2
2

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

11 PC1 2.1 3.6

10 400 1.6 2.7 1.31x2.16 3.9

6.8

MH350-1

10

13 PC1 2.6 4.1

10 400 1.6 2.7 1.31x2.16 3.9

7.0

MH350-1

10

A
B
B
B
C

PULSE START MH 250-320 WATTS
Nom
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Voltage Rating
(1) 250/320 WATT M138 OR M132METAL HALIDE PULSE START LAMP
120 or
2.40
8
208 or
1.45
5
86935
P250MLTAC4M500K CWA 285
296
240 or
1.20
5
277
1.06
3
86926 480-120 P25048TAC4M500K CWA 285 0.62
290
2
120 or
4.10
8
208 or
2.50
7
86959
P320MLTAC4M500K CWA 365
292
240 or
2.00
5
277
1.85
5
120 or
3.25
8
86968 277 or P320TRIAC4M500K CWA 365 1.40
265
4
340
1.15
3
86952 480-120 P32048TAC4M500K CWA 405 1.06
292
3

DIMENSIONS

DIMENSIONS

Dimensions
Wir Ref
Dia Dwg A

B

11 PC2 1.3 3.2

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

14 400 1.6 3.6 1.91x2.91 2.7

9.3

MH350-1

10

A

13 PC2 2.0 3.8 14.0 400 1.6 3.6 1.91x2.91 2.7 11.3 MH350-1

10

A

11 PC2 2.0 3.8 20.5 400 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1 11.2 MH350-1

10

A

15 PC2 1.7 3.7 24.5 300 1.6 3.6 1.91x2.91 2.7 11.0 MH350-1

10

A

13 PC2 2.0 3.8 20.5 400 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1 11.3 MH350-1

10

A

REFERENCE DRAWING PC2

REFERENCE DRAWING PC1

MH 1500 WATTS

0.250 Dia Thru
8 Holes

0.250 Dia Thru
4 Holes
A

B
MAX

A

B
MAX

B
MAX

DESCRIPTION

SUFFIX *

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

000
200
500
500K

Bracket

W

DESCRIPTION

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

M
L

BRef. Dwg.

L

W

M

S

PC3

7.75”

2.75”

6.10”

0.25”

4.250˝

2.812˝
0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

S

4.250˝

3.875˝

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

4.375˝
5.375˝ 5.750˝

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

SUFFIX *
000
200
500

2.438˝

transforming the power of light ™

3.875˝

3.500˝ 3.938˝

4.375˝ 4.750˝

500K
BRef. Dwg.
L
W
M
PC1
5.25” 1.25” 4.60”
PC 2

5-18

0.199 Dia Thru
4 Holes
A

PULSE START
MH 175-320 WATTS

REFERENCE DRAWING PC3

5.25”

1.25”

4.60”

S
0.25”
0.25”

W

Bracket

S

M
L

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

5-19

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS

PULSE START MH 350-400 WATTS

PULSE START MH 750 WATTS

DIMENSIONS

Nom
Dimensions
Open
Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B

292
277

292
292

10
7
5
5
8

10
7
5
5
3

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

11 PC2

2.0 3.8

1

1.5 3.2 22.5 280 — —
—
1.6 3.6 1.56x2.69

RX1

22 400 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1 11.2 MH350-1

10

A

— 6.8 MH350-1
3.5

10

A

11 PC2

2.0 3.8

24 400 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1 11.2 MH350-1

10

D

13 PC2

2.0 3.8

24 400 1.8 3.6 1.19x2.91 3.1 11.3 MH350-1

10

D

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
(lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

22.0 HPS750-1B

10

D

22.0 HPS750-1B

10

E

DIMENSIONS

REFERENCE DRAWING RX1

REFERENCE DRAWING PC2

Nom
Dimensions
Capacitor
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min Dry Film
Oil Filled
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt Dia Ht
Oval
Ht
(1) 750 WATT M149 METAL HALIDE PULSE START LAMP
120 or
6.90
15
208 or
4.00
8
46934
P750MLTAC5M500K CWA 810
400
11 PC3 2.8 4.6 24 480 n/a n/a 1.91x2.91 3.9
240 or
3.50
8
277
3.00
8
46936 480-120 P75048TAC5M500K CWA 810 2.00
400
6 13 PC3 2.8 4.6 24 480 n/a n/a 1.91x2.91 3.9

REFERENCE DRAWING PC3
0.250 Dia Thru
8 Holes

0.250 Dia Thru
4 Holes

PULSE START
MH 350-400 WATTS

A

5-20

A

B
MAX

B
MAX

PULSE START
MH 750 WATTS

GE
Max
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current
(1) 350 WATT M131 METAL HALIDE PULSE START LAMP
120 or
4.10
208 or
2.50
86984
P350MLTAC4M500K CWA 400
240 or
2.00
277
1.85
RX-NPF
3.80
42692 277
P350277RCEM500K
377
RX-HPF
2.34
(1) 400 WATT M135 METAL HALIDE PULSE START LAMP
120 or
4.10
208 or
2.50
87008
P400MLTAC4M500K CWA 458
240 or
2.00
277
1.85
86999 480-120 P40048TAC4M500K CWA 458 1.06

4.250˝
0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION

SUFFIX *

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

000
200
500

3.875˝

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

4.375˝ 4.750˝

SUFFIX *
000
200
500

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

Bracket

W

M
L

500K

500K
BRef. Dwg.

L

W

M

S

PC 2
RX1

5.25”
4.00”

1.25”
0.75”

4.60”
3.35”

0.25”
0.25”

W

Bracket

transforming the power of light ™

M
L

S

S

4.250˝

BRef. Dwg.

L

W

M

S

PC3

7.75”

2.75”

6.10”

0.25”

3.875˝

4.375˝
5.375˝ 5.750˝

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

5-21

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMPS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMPS

HPS 50 WATTS

HPS 100 WATTS
Nom
Dimensions
Max Open
Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Current Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B
1.24
0.59
0.50
0.44

120

5
3
3
2

4

PC1

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

1.4 2.6

5

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

280 1.2 2.2 1.31x2.16 2.2

4.1 HPS150-3A

10

A

HPS 70 WATTS

GE
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts
Code Volts
Number
Type Input
(1) 100 WATT S54 HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMP
87068 480-120 S10048TLC3M500K HX-HPF 135
120 or
208 or
87074
S100MLTLC3M500K HX-HPF 122
240 or
277

Nom
Dimensions
Max Open
Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Current Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B
0.57
2.20
1.40
1.10
0.95

122

120

2
8
5
5
3

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

6

PC1

2.0 3.3

10 280 1.2 2.7 1.31x2.16 2.7

6.5 HPS150-3A

10

4

PC1

2.0 3.3

10 280 1.2 2.7 1.31x2.16 2.7

5.9 HPS150-3A

10

Capacitor
Dry Film
Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

— —
—
— 2.3 HPS150-3A
1.6 2.7
n/a
n/a 2.5 Permanently Attached
1.2 2.2 1.31x2.16 2.2 6.0 HPS150-3A

3

A

10

1.2 2.2 1.31x2.16 2.2

10

A
A
B
B
B

4.1 HPS150-3A

GE
Max
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current
(1) 150 WATT S55 HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMP
1233-154U001
R-NPF
4.40
86606 120 1
171
1233-154W u
R-HPF 3
2.40
87087 480-120 S15048TLC3M500K HX-HPF 189
0.72
120 or
3.00
208 or
1.65
87094
S150MLTLC3M500K HX-HPF 189
240 or
1.45
277
1.25
1

DIMENSIONS

Nom
Dimensions
Open
Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B
120
120

120

15
8
3
10
5
5
5

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

1
1
1A 1a
4A PC1

2.0 3.0
2.0 3.4
3.0 4.5

— — — —
—
—
52 240 1.8 3.6
2.12
2.9
14 280 1.6 2.7 1.56x2.69 2.7

3.2 HPS150-3
3.5 Permanently Attached
8.7 HPS150-3A

3

A

10

4

2.4 3.7

14 280 1.6 2.7 1.56x2.69 2.7

7.0 HPS150-3A

10

D
C
C
B
C

PC1

.203" Dia Thru
4 Holes

B
MAX

0.594"

A

HPS 50 WATTS

DESCRIPTION
2.625"

2.625"
2.188"

REFERENCE DRAWING 1a

4.00”

0.75”

3.35”

0.25”

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

5-22

M
L

A

1.750"
2.188"

000
200
500

2.438˝

2.188"

3.500˝ 3.938˝

2.625"

500K
2.625"

B

2.188"

REFERENCE DRAWING 1a

0.594"

BRef. Dwg.
L
W
M
PC1
5.25” 1.25” 4.60”
1.750"
2.188"

1, 1a
.203" Dia Thru
4 Holes

transforming the power of light ™

4.00”

0.75”

3.35”

S
0.25”

W

Bracket

0.25”

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

M
L

B

0.438"

0.438"

S

A

0.594"

0.438"

0.438"

1, 1a

SUFFIX *

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

2.188"

3.500˝ 3.938˝

500K

Bracket

0.594"

2.812˝

1.750"
2.188"

W

B

A

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

SUFFIX *

S
0.25”

.203" Dia Thru
4 Holes

B
MAX

2.812˝

BRef. Dwg.
L
W
M
PC1
5.25” 1.25” 4.60”

0.438"

0.199 Dia Thru
4 Holes

B

A

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

2.438˝

REFERENCE DRAWING 1

REFERENCE DRAWING PC1

0.438"

0.199 Dia Thru
4 Holes

000
200
500

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

Also can be used on a 277 Volt line in conjunction with step-down transformers.

DIMENSIONS

REFERENCE DRAWING 1

REFERENCE DRAWING PC1

A

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

B
B
A
A
A

HPS 150 WATTS

Nom
Dimensions
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt
(1) 70 WATT S62 HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM lamp
1233-142U0001
R-NPF 83
2.10
8 1
1
1.3 2.6 — —
86605 120
120
1233-142W u
R-HPF
1.30
5 1A 1a 1.3 2.7 28 120
86456 480-120 S7048TLC3M500K HX-HPF 94
0.34
120 2 6 PC1 1.4 2.8 7 280
120 or
1.40
5
208 or
0.83
3
86587
S70MLTLC3M500K HX-HPF 94
120
4 PC1 1.4 2.7 7 280
240 or
0.72
3
277
0.62
2

DESCRIPTION

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

HPS 100-150 WATTS

GE
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts
Code Volts
Number
Type Input
(1) 50 WATT S68 HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMP
120 or
208 or
87152
S50MLTLC3M500K HX-HPF 64
240 or
277

S
1.750"
2.188"

.203" Dia Thru
4 Holes

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

5-23

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMPS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMPS
HPS 400 WATTS featuring Multi-5™

HPS 250 WATTS featuring Multi-5™
Nom
Dimensions
Capacitor
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min Dry Film Oil Filled
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Voltage Rating Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt Dia Ht
Oval
Ht
(1) 250 WATT S50 HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMP
120 or
2.50
8
208 or
1.50
5 11 PC2 1.7 3.7 35 280 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1
87121
S250MLTAC4M500K CWA 300
185
240 or
1.30
4
277
1.10
4
120 or
2.50
8
208 or
1.43
5
87214 240 or S250ML5AC4M500K CWA 300 1.25
200
4 46 PC2 2.0 3.8 35 280 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1
277 or
1.10
4
480
0.65
4

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
(lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

10.3 HPS400-3A

10.3 HPS400-3

10

A

10

A

GE
Max
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current
(1) 400 WATT S51 HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMP - 5 3/4" Frame
87206 480-120 S40048TAC5M500K CWA 465
1.00
120 or
3.90
208 or
2.25
87175
S400MLTAC5M500K CWA 467
240 or
1.95
277
1.70
120 or
3.90
208 or
2.25
87217 240 or S400ML5AC5M500K CWA 468
1.95
277 or
1.70
480
1.00

Nom
Dimensions
Open
Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B
190

195

1.95

5
15
8
8
5
15
8
8
5
5

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

13 PC3

2.3 4.2

48 280 1.8 4.6 1.91x2.91 3.9 15.5 HPS400-3A

10

D

11 PC3

2.3 4.1

48 280 1.8 4.6 1.91x2.91 3.9 15.5 HPS400-3A

10

D

46 PC3

2.5 4.3

48 280 1.8 4.6 1.91x2.91 3.9 15.5 HPS400-3

10

C

HPS 400 WATTS featuring Multi-5™
HPS 1000 WATTS featuring Multi-5™
Nom
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Voltage
(1) 400 WATT S51 HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LAMP - 4 3/4” FRAME
87198 480-120 S40048TAC4M500K CWA 465 1.00
190
120 or
3.90
208 or
2.25
87164
S400MLTAC4M500K CWA 465
190
240 or
1.95
277
1.70
120 or
3.90
208 or
2.25
87215 240 or S400ML5AC4M500K CWA 465 1.95
190
277 or
1.70
480
1.00

Dimensions
Fuse Wir Ref
Rtng Dia Dwg
5
15
8
8
5
15
8
8
5
5

A

13 PC2

B

2.3 4.1

11 PC2

2.3 4.1

46 PC2

2.3 4.1

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

55 240 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.5 14.5 HPS400-3A

55 240 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.5 14.5 HPS400-3A

55 240 1.8 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.5 15.5 HPS400-3

10

D
D
D
C
D
B
D
C
C
B

10

10

GE
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts
Code Volts
Number
Type Input
(1) 1000 WATT S52 HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM lamp
87048 480-120 S100048TAC5M500K CWA 1100
120 or
208 or
87056
S1000MLTAC5M500K CWA 1100
240 or
277
120 or
208 or
87218 240 or S1000ML5AC5M500K CWA 1.48
277 or
480

Nom
Dimensions
Max Open
Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Current Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B
2.40
9.50
5.50
4.80
4.10
9.10
5.40
4.60
4.10
2.40

440

440

435

8
20
15
10
10
20
15
10
10
8

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

13 PC3

3.8 6.0

26 525 n/a n/a 1.91x2.91 4.3 25.0 HPS1000-4B

15

D

11 PC3

3.8 5.6

26 525 n/a n/a 1.91x2.91 4.25 26.0 HPS1000-4B

15

C

46 PC3

3.8 5.5

26 525 n/a n/a 1.91x2.91 4.25 26.0 HPS1000-4

15

D

DIMENSIONS
DIMENSIONS
REFERENCE DRAWING PC3
0.250 Dia Thru
4 Holes
A

DESCRIPTION
For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

000
200
500

Bracket

W

DESCRIPTION

S

4.250˝
0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

M
L

500K
BRef. Dwg.

L

W

M

S

PC 2

5.25”

1.25”

4.60”

0.25”

3.875˝

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

5-24

0.250 Dia Thru
8 Holes

B
MAX

SUFFIX *

transforming the power of light ™

4.375˝ 4.750˝

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

SUFFIX *
000
200
500
500K

A

Bracket

W

B
MAX

S

M
L

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

BRef. Dwg.

L

W

M

S

PC3

7.75”

2.75”

6.10”

0.25”

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

4.250˝

3.875˝

HPS 400-1000 WATTS

HPS 250-400 WATTS

REFERENCE DRAWING PC2

4.375˝
5.375˝ 5.750˝

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5-25

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

CORE & COIL ELECTRONIC BALLASTS
MERCURY LAMPS

F-CAN BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS

MERCURY 100 WATTS

MH 70-100 WATTS

Nom
Dimensions
Capacitor
Ignitor
GE
Max Open
Total
Max
UL
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Min Dry Film Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B Mfd Volt Dia Ht
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise
(1) 100 WATT H38 or H44 MERCURY LAMP
120 or
1.05
3
208 or
0.60
2
86519
H100MLTAC3M500K CWA 125
250
21 PC1 1.3 2.5 10 280 1.4 2.7 1.31x2.16 2.7 4.0
n/a
n/a
A
240 or
0.52
2
277
0.45
2

MERCURY 175 WATTS
GE
Max
Circuit Watts Input
Product Input
Catalog*
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current
(1) 175 WATT H39 MERCURY LAMP
120 or
1.75
208 or
1.00
86527
H175MLTAC3M500K CWA 202
240 or
0.86
277
0.75

Nom
Dimensions
Open
Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B
5
3
3
2

235

21 PC1

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

1.6 2.9 17.5 300 1.6 3.6 1.56x2.69 3.1

5.2

n/a

n/a

Nom
GE
Max Open
Product Input
Catalog
Circuit Input Input Circuit Fuse
Code
Volts
Number
Type Watts Current Vltg Rtng
(1) 70 WATT M85 METAL HALIDE (with built-in ignitor)
86575
120 or
11210-277C-TC7
HX-HPF 98
2.00
250
6
277
0.90
3
(1) 70 WATT M98 METAL HALIDE (with built-in ignitor)
86578
120 or
11210-506C-TC22
HX-HPF 90
2.00
250
6
277
0.90
3
(1) 100 WATT M90 METAL HALIDE (with built-in ignitor)
86574
120 or
11210-239C-TC
HX-HPF 125
2.20
250
8
277
1.00
4
7
22

Dimensions
Wir
Dia

Max
Dist
Certifications
Overall Case Mtg Total
To
Sound
Length Length Dim Weight Lamp (ft) Rating UL
CSA

34

11.75

10.55 11.10

11.0

20

B

Yes

Yes

34

11.75

10.55 11.10

11.0

20

B

Yes

Yes

34

11.75

10.55 11.10

11.0

20

B

Yes

Yes

This ballast may also be used with (1) 70 watt S88 High Pressure Sodium lamp.
M98 Designates Venture Lighting catalog numbers MH70/4/MED, C/4/MED or MS70/C/84/MED/W

A

MERCURY 400 WATTS
Nom
Dimensions
Open
Circuit Fuse Wir Ref
Vltg Rtng Dia Dwg A B

245

10
8
5
5

Capacitor
Min Dry Film
Mfd Volt Dia Ht

Ignitor
Total
Max
UL
Oil Filled
Wt Catalog Distance Bench
Oval
Ht (lbs.) Number to lamp (ft) Top Rise

F-CAN BALLASTS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
21 PC2

1.6 3.4

35 240 1.6 3.6 1.91x2.91 3.1

9.5

n/a

n/a

C

Tee-Pee Lead Wire Covers

Mounting Bracket Assemblies
Catalog Number
2-BMB-1.

DIMENSIONS
REFERENCE DRAWING PC2

MERCURY
100-400 WATTS

REFERENCE DRAWING PC1
0.199 Dia Thru
4 Holes

0.250 Dia Thru
4 Holes

A

A

B
MAX

DESCRIPTION

1.000" 2.000"

For use where ballast is attached to the
surface of an enclosure or raceway.

0.406"

4.000"
4.500"

0.562"

1.437"

1.500"
2.562" 2.000"

Mounting Bracket Assemblies

1.750"
0.218" Dia.

B
MAX

Tee-Pee Lead Wire Covers

SUFFIX *
2.812˝

For Ballast Only
For Bracket Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Capacitor Only (see pg. 5-6)
For Distributor Replacement Kit
(see pg. 5-12 thru 5-13)

000
200
500
500K

4.250˝

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

0.250 Dia Thru
2 Holes

Splice Box
Catalog Number SB-4.
Ref. part #001-2009

2.438˝

3.875˝

3.500˝ 3.938˝

BRef. Dwg.

L

W

M

S

PC1
PC 2

5.25”
5.25”

1.25”
1.25”

4.60”
4.60”

0.25”
0.25”

See pg. 5-6 for adjustable mounting brackets and
detailed bracket drawings.

5-26

Available for the remote
installation of ballasts.
Each assembly consists of
two (2) mounting brackets,
four (4) screws, four (4)
washers and four (4) nuts.

Catalog Number TP5. Ref. part #001-2013.

0.250" Dia.

W

For use with all F-Can Ballasts. Embossed Dimples
2 Places
It is easily installed on the
anchor bracket provided on
each F-Can ballast. It contains
five (5) 7/8" diameter knockouts.

4.375˝ 4.750˝

Bracket

M
L

transforming the power of light ™

S

2.531"

2.000"
3.000"

2.812"

0.297" Dia.
Mounting Holes
2 Places

Splice Box

REFERENCE DRAWING
FOR F-CAN

0.850" Dia.
Knockouts
5 Places

Width
Hole

Ca

se

Le

ng

th

Height

MH 75-150 WATTS

GE
Max
Product Input
Catalog*
Circuit Watts Input
Code Volts
Number
Type Input Current
(1) 400 WATT H33 MERCURY LAMP
120 or
3.90
208 or
2.22
86542
H400MLTAC4M500K CWA 440
240 or
1.92
277
1.68

g
tin ngth
un
e
Mo rall L
e
Ov

Mounting
Width

For more information, visit www.gelighting.com

5-27

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

Nom
GE
Max
Open
Product Input
Catalog
Circuit Input Input Circuit Fuse
Code
Volts
Number
Type Watts Current Vltg Rtng
(1) 175 WATT M57 METAL HALIDE OR H39 MERCURY LAMP
86563
120 or 1110-245SC-TC000I
CWA 205
1.75
300
5
277
0.75
3
(1) 250 WATT M58 METAL HALIDE OR H37 MERCURY LAMP
86564
120 or
1110-246C-TC 8c
CWA 295
2.50
280
8
277
1.10
4
(1) 400 WATT M59 METAL HALIDE OR H33 MERCURY LAMP
42670
120 or
1110-247SC-TC
CWA 460
3.90
300
10
277
1.70
5
80728
120 or
1111-247SC-TC 23
CWA 460
3.90
300
10
277
1.70
5

Dimensions
Wir
Dia

Max
Dist
Certifications
Overall Case Mtg Total
To
Sound
Length Length Dim Weight Lamp (ft) Rating UL
CSA

34

14.30

13.15 13.75

14.0

*

B

Yes

Yes

34

16.65

15.55 16.10

17.5

*

C

Yes

Yes

34

19.25

18.05 18.60

23.0

*

C

Yes

Yes

36

14.30

13.15 13.75

14.0

*

B

Yes

Yes

This ballast can be used with a MH200 ignitor to operate (1) 250 watt M103 lamp. Consult Universal for instructions.
Two of these ballasts are required to operate the lamp. Electrical data is for two ballasts, except for “Sound Rating,” which is for each ballast.
* Refer to Page 5-4.
8c

23

F-CAN BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE LAMPS
HPS 70 WATTS
Nom
GE
Max
Open
Product Input
Catalog
Circuit Input
Input Circuit Fuse
Code
Volts
Number
Type Watts Current Vltg Rtng
(1) 70 WATT S62 HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM (with built-in starter)
120 or
1.60
5
86596
12210-237C-TC0001 HX-HPF 97
140
277
0.70
2

Dimensions
Wir
Dia

34

Max
Dist
Certifications
Overall Case Mtg Total
To
Sound
Length Length Dim Weight Lamp (ft) Rating UL
CSA

11.75

10.55 11.10

9.2

10

B

Yes

Yes

F-CAN BALLASTS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Tee-Pee Lead Wire Covers

Mounting Bracket Assemblies

MH/PSMH
175-400 WATTS &
HPS 70 WATTS

Catalog Number
2-BMB-1 (PC #86624)
Available for the remote
installation of ballasts.
Each assembly consists of
two (2) mounting brackets,
four (4) screws, four (4)
washers and four (4) nuts.

Catalog Number TP5. Ref. part #001-2013.

0.250" Dia.
1.000" 2.000"

For use where ballast is attached to the
surface of an enclosure or raceway.

0.406"

4.000"
4.500"

0.562"

1.437"

Mounting Bracket Assemblies

1.750"
0.218" Dia.

Tee-Pee Lead Wire Covers

Splice Box
Catalog Number SB-4.
Ref. part #001-2009

2.531"

For use with all F-Can Ballasts. Embossed Dimples
2 Places
It is easily installed on the
anchor bracket provided on
each F-Can ballast. It contains
five (5) 7/8" diameter knockouts.

2.000"
3.000"

2.812"

0.297" Dia.
Mounting Holes
2 Places

Splice Box

5-28

1.500"
2.562" 2.000"

REFERENCE DRAWING
FOR F-CAN

0.850" Dia.
Knockouts
5 Places

Width
Hole

Ca

se

Le

ng

th

Height

SOLO™ DUAL-LEVEL HID SWITCHING CONTROLLER
Application
The SOLO™ dual level HID controller simplifies the
complex. Providing single fixture control to ensure
maximum ROI. The SOLO™ is capable of interfacing
with metal halide, pulse start, and high-pressure sodium fixtures ranging from 175 watts to 1,650 watts.
The SOLO™ reduces fixture power up to 50% in
applications such as warehouse and manufacturing
facilities.
Key Features
• For use with CWA (Constant Wattage AutoTransformer) ballasts only
• Lamp Type Controlled: (Refer to ordering information when selecting control module)
175W to 1,650W Metal Halide
175W to 720W Pulse Start Halide
250W to 1,000W High Pressure Sodium
• Initial Lamp Warm Up Time: 15 minutes
• Warm Up Time If Lamp Goes Out: 15 minutes
after lamp current is detected
• Lamp Switching: Solid state switching and
microprocessor watch dog provides reliable zero
cross voltage switching from low to high and
zero cross current switching from high to low.
Inrush protected.
• Continuous Dim Lamp Protection: The microprocessor monitors continuous dim time of the
lamp. If lamp is dimmed continuously for 24
hours, lamp is automatically cycled to full power
for 15 minutes to increase lamp life.
• Capacitor: Series dim capacitor is mounted inside
the SOLO™ module. Capacitor value is selected
based on ballast manufacturing specifications.
• Sensor Self-adjusting: Digital microprocessor
constantly adjusts sensitivity for optimum
performance.
• Sensor Optics: 9.6 square inches of optical lens @
2.15" focal length. (For long range sensing applications, the greater optical area and longer focal
length increases performance.)
• Sensor Range Pattern: (4) interchangeable lens
options
• Laser alignment: Allows accurate aiming of
sensor pattern to within +/- 2 degrees
• Sensor Timer Settings: 2-, 4-, 8-,16-, and
64-minute and 10-second test modes

• Force Dim Option: After lamp warm up, sensor is
disabled and lamp will dim continuously.
Continuous dim protection is still active.
• Self Diagnostics Test Button: Momentary push
button initiates self-diagnostic to verify SOLO™ is
functioning properly.
• User Interface: 4 dip switches and self diagnostic
push button
• Mounting: 3/4" Threaded pipe mounting adapter
with security screw. Mount such that sensor lens
is even or below fixture reflector.
• Power Cord: 6' power cord with Myzer plug.
• Operating Temperature Range: (Indoor use only):
-22ºF to +149ºF (-30ºC to +65ºC)
• Weight: Less than 3 lbs. (without dim capacitor
installed)
• Dimensions: 13.25"H x 5.5"W x 2.6"D
(33.6 x 14.0 x 6.6 cm)
• Construction: Rugged, high impact, injectionmolded plastic.
• UL and CUL listed
• Warranty: Five-year limited

HID CONTROLLERS

F-CAN BALLASTS
METAL HALIDE & PULSE START METAL HALIDE LAMPS
MH AND PSMH 175-400 WATTS

SOLO™ Installation
Integrated HID Dual-level Switching Controller and Sensor

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(HID) BALLASTS

HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE
(HID) BALLASTS

IGNITORS
SOLO™ DUAL LEVEL HID SWITCHING CONTROLLER
GE Product Code
STANDARD IGNITORS
Metal halide

Catalog Number

86864

86864001I

For 35 watt M130, 50 watt M110, 70 watt M98, 100 watt M90 or M92, or 150 watt M102 lamps.

HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM
86635
86641

86635001I
86641001I

For lamps of 150 watts or less except 150 watt S56.
For lamps from 200 to 400 watts and 150 watt S56 with CWA ballasts.

GE Product
Code
41461
41462

41463

41461
TBD
41462
TBD
41463
TBD
41304
TBD
41324
TBD
41328
TBD
41479
41481
41277
41413

PART NUMBERS &
ACCESSORIES

41502
41292
41500
41283
41290

5-30

41486
41429
41476
41402
41472
TBD
41390

Model
LB-1
LB-2

LB-3

Models
LB-1
LB-1-MS
LB-2
LB-2-MS
LB-3
LB-3-MS
LB-1-EXTP1
LB-1-MS-EXTP2
LB-2-EXTP1
LB-2-MS-EXPT2
LB-3-EXPT1
LB-3-MS-EXTP2
Lens
LB-Lens 15
LB-Lens 10
LB-Lens 07
LB-Lens 0806
Accessories
LB-LAT-1
LB-CSR-10
LB-KIT-1
MP-C2P-10
MP-BP-10
Replacement Parts
DC-6
LB-LAT-SW
LB-COVER-1
LB-MOUNT-1
LB-CAP-WIRES
MPNA-C2P-100
LB-FPP-10

Wattage Controlled Table
175W Metal Halide
175W, 200W Pulse Start Metal Halide
250W, 320W, 350W, 400W Metal Halide
250W, 320W, 350W, 400W, 450W Pulse Start Metal Halide
250 W High Pressure Sodium (HPS)
400 W High Pressure Sodium (HPS) (Maximum operating temperature @ 55°C)
1,500W, 1,650W Metal Halide (Maximum operating temperature @ 55°C)
1,000W Metal Halide (Maximum operating temperature @ 65°C)
740W, 1000W Pulse Start Metal Halide (Maximum operating temperature @ 55°C)
600W, 1,000W High Pressure Sodium (HPS) (Max. operating temperature @ 65°C)
SoloTM
SoloTM with MyzerSTART option
SoloTM
SoloTM with MyzerSTART option
SoloTM
SoloTM with MyzerSTART option
SoloTM with 4 Pin Low Voltage Interface
SoloTM with MyzerSTART option with 4 Pin Low Voltage Interface
SoloTM with 4 Pin Low Voltage Interface
SoloTM with MyzerSTART option with 4 Pin Low Voltage Interface
SoloTM with 4 Pin Low Voltage Interface
SoloTM with MyzerSTART option with 4 Pin Low Interface
Lens 15, Aisle Lens, 1.5 x .23
Lens 10, Aisle Lens, 1.0 x .23
Lens 07, Aisle Lens, .70 x .16
Lens 0806, Area Lens, .80 x .60
Laser Alignment Tool
Cable Strain Relief, 10 Pack
Conversion Hardware Kit non-Myzer Port HID Fixtures
MyzerPORT Bypass Shorting Plug, 10 pack
MyzerPORT Bypass Shorting Plug, 10 pack
Power Cable, 6 foot
Laser Alignment Tool on/off Switch
Capacitor and Wiring Compartment Cover
3/4" Threaded Mounting Adapter
Two (2) Cap Connection Wires with Quick Disconnects
MyzerPORT Connector Nipple adapter, 100 pack
G2, 4 pin EXTP1-Port Plug, 10 pack

* All orders require a completed HID capacitor sign-off sheet. Contact your GE representiative for more details.

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GE
Product Lamp ANSI
Code Watts Code

Circuit
Type

Standard
Ignitors

Auto
Shutoff

Instant
Restrike

Long
Distance
Ignitors

HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM IGNITORS

GE
Product Lamp
Code Watts

ANSI
Code

Circuit
Type

Standard
Ignitors

Auto
Shutoff

Long
Distance
Ignitors

METAL HALIDE IGNITORS

86635

35

S76

Reactor

HPS 150-3A

HPS 150-45B

HPS 150-5B

HPS 150-4A

86864

35

M130

Reactor

MH 100-3A

—

MH 100-5A

86635

50

S68

Reactor, HX

HPS 150-3A

HPS 150-45B

HPS 150-5B

HPS 150-4A

86864

50

M110

HX

MH 100-3A

—

MH 100-5A

86635

70

S62

Reactor, HX

HPS 150-3A

HPS 150-45B

HPS 150-5B

HPS 150-4A

86864

70

M98

HX

MH 100-3A

MH 100-35B

MH 100-5A

86635

100

S54

Reactor, HX

HPS 150-3A

HPS 150-45B

HPS 150-5B

HPS 150-4A

86864

100

M90

Reactor

MH 100-3A

MH 100-35B

MH 100-5A

86635

150

S55

Reactor, HX

HPS 150-3A

HPS 150-45B

HPS 150-5B

HPS 150-4A

86864

100

M90

CWA

MH 100-3A

MH 100-35B

MH 100-5A

86641

150

S56

CWA

HPS 400-3A

HPS 400-45B

—

HPS 400-4A

86864

150

M102

HX

MH 100-3A

MH 100-35B

MH 100-5A

86641

250

S50

CWA

HPS 400-3A

HPS 400-45B

—

HPS 400-4A

86641

400

S51

CWA

HPS 400-3A

HPS 400-45B

—

HPS 400-4A

Standard Ignitors
Standard Ignitors are supplied with all High
Pressure Sodium and Metal Halide ballasts requiring ignitors. These ballasts are supplied with an
appropriate external ignitor unless the ignitor is
permanently attached to or built into the ballast.
Instant Restrike Ignitors
An Instant Restrike Ignitor generates multiple
pulses to restrike a lamp arc after a brief power
interruption has extinguished it, without the typical 3-minute cool-down time. A Standard Ignitor
cannot restrike an arc until the lamp has had
time to sufficiently cool. Even though an Instant
Restrike Ignitor can reinitiate the lamp arc immediately upon restoration of power, the lamp is
still subject to warmup. The following chart is
based on an S55 lamp.
Time Lamp Is
Extinguished

Restrike
Time

1 second
5 seconds
15 seconds
30 seconds
1 minute
Cold Start

2 seconds
Instant
Instant
Instant
Instant
Instant

Light Output
On Reignition

87%
83%
76%
62%
46%
36%

Lamp Warmup
Time

35 seconds
70 seconds
130 seconds
190 seconds
255 seconds
360 seconds

Plug Replaceable Ignitors
Incorporates terminals and a separate mounting
base to simplify construction and replacement.
Long Distance Ignitors
Long Distance Ignitors are used in situations
where an ignitor must be mounted further from the
lamp than is recommended for a standard ignitor.
The maximum lamp to ignitor distance for these
ignitors is 50 feet, which may vary depending on
the type of lamp, ballast, fixture, and wiring.
Automatic Shutoff Ignitors
In the event of a lamp failure, a Standard Ignitor
will continue to pulse, trying to start the lamp. This
may reduce the life of the ignitor. An Automatic
Shutoff Ignitor will apply pulses for 10 to 12 minutes and then deactivate if a lamp arc cannot be
initiated. Resetting the ignitor is accomplished by
momentarily interrupting the power to the ballast.
For this reason, these ignitors are not recommended
for use on unswitched circuits.
Shutoff Devices
Ignitor Accessory (IA) devices can be used to
convert a Standard Ignitor into an Automatic Shutoff
Ignitor. Simply match the Shutoff Device catalog
number on page 5-78 with the Standard Ignitor
that is supplied with the ballast. Using the IA device
with the Standard Ignitor eliminates the need to
buy a separate Automatic Shutoff Ignitor.

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IGNITORS

Part Numbers and Accessories

Description

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(HID) BALLASTS

WIRING DIAGRAMS
REACTOR
277V

Lamp Eyelet
(Blue)

240V

STARTER

3

Cap

Lamp
(Blue)

120V

1

STARTER
Com

Common

Common

(White)

(White)

Lamp Eyelet
(Blue)

3

208V

APACITOR**

2

(Black)

Line
(Black)

Cap

Line
(Black)

F

1

3

(Yellow)

S

STARTER
2
To Lamp Shell

Com
(Yellow)

To Lamp Shell

DIAGRAM 1

DIAGRAM 1A

DIAGRAM 4

Line
277V

(Black)

Cap
Cap

Cap

STARTER

3
n)
ow
(Br

120V

2

2

To Lamp Shell

Com
To Lamp Shell

d)

(Re

STARTER

Cap Cap
(Red) (Red)

2

1

3

)
ow
ell
(Y

STARTER

Com

Lamp Eyelet
(Red)

1

3

208V

1

3

240V

(Blue)

3

(Blue)

3

(Yellow)

120V

Lamp Eyelet

Lamp Eyelet

(White)

Cap

277V

(Black)

347V

Com
(Yellow)

(White)

Com
(Yellow)

(Yellow)

DIAGRAM 4A

347V

DIAGRAM 6

Lamp Eyelet
(Red)

347V

3

277V

1

Lamp Eyelet
(Red)

Cap
(Red)

1
3

STARTER

Cap Cap
(Red) (Red)

Line

3

277V

3
120V

DIAGRAM 11

120V
Cap Cap
(Red) (Red)

STARTER

INC LAMP
W MAX

2

2

Com

Com

Com

Com

(White)

(White)

(White)

(White)

DIAGRAM 13

120V (AUX)

Com (Yellow)
or (White)

PERMISSIBLE
Com (Yellow)
or (White)

DIAGRAM 15

DIAGRAM 19
B
A
L
L
A
S
T

277V

240V

277V or 347V Black

208V

Cap
(Red)

BALLAST

or 120V
Black/Yellow

Red
Red

White

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Red

Black or
Yellow

White

120V

5-32

B
A
L
L
A
S
T

Com

Com

(Yellow)

(Yellow)

277V Black
or 120V Black/Yellow

Insulate Unused Input
Lead for 300 Volts.

DIAGRAM 21

DIAGRAM 34

DIAGRAM 44

DIAGRAM 46

Separately Insulate Unused Input
Lead for 300 Volts

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DIAGRAM 36

AC (Alternating Current) - Current which passes from the generator in
one direction and then the other, alternately.
ANSI (American National Standards Institute) - Non-profit
organization that generates voluntary product performance standards for
many U.S. industries. ANSI Standards C82.1 applies to electromagnetic
ballasts.
Arc - Intense luminous discharge formed by the passage of electric current
across a space between electrodes.
Auto Rest Shutdown Circuit - Circuit senses lamp end life and will
automatically shut off power to the lamp(s). When a new lamp is inserted in the socket, the ballast resets, and turns on the lamp automatically.
Some shutdown circuits require the power to be interrupted before a
new lamp will re-light.
Ballast - Device for starting and regulating fluorescent and high intensity
discharge lamps.
Ballast Efficacy Factor (BEF) - Value used to evaluate various lighting
systems based on light output and power input. The BEF can only be
used to compare systems operating the same type and quantity of
lamps.
Ballast Factor (BF) - Measure of light output from lamp operated by
commercial ballast as compared to a laboratory standard reference ballast. Ballast Factor .94 means ballast produces 94% of light produced by
ANSI C82.2 reference ballast operating same lamps.
Ballast Hum - Sound generated by the vibration of laminations in the
electromagnetic field that transforms the current for discharge lamp use.
Ballast Losses - Power which is supplied to a ballast but is not converted
into lamp energy. Ballast loss is dissipated as heat.
Bottom Exit (BE) - A configuration with leads or a wire-trap on the
bottom or base of the ballast. This type of configuration is usually used
when the ballast is mounted onto a junction box plate.
Bottom Exit Studs (BES) - A configuration with screw studs mounted
on the base plate or bottom of the ballast. The screws are 3/8" inches
long with a #8-32 thread size (#8-32 nut). They are mounted on a twoinch center. The studs are usually used to mount the ballast directly onto
a junction box plate.
Canadian Energy Standards - Indicates ballast complies with
Canadian Energy Standards and meets the requirements of
CAN/CSA C654-M91.
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) - Association that generates
product performance and safety standards for many Canadian
industries.
Capacitor - Device in ballast that stores electrical energy. Often used for
power factor correction and lamp regulation (see "Power Factor").
Cathode - See “Electrode”.
Centigrade (C) - Celsius temperature scale where 0°C=32°F.
Circle E - Designates a ballast meets or exceeds the requirements of Public
Law 100-357 establishing standards of efficiency.
Class P Thermal Protector - A switching device sensitive to current
and heat that automatically disconnects ballast if the temperature
exceeds UL temperature limitations.
Coil - Windings of copper or aluminum wire surrounding the steel core
in ballast.
Core - Component of electromagnetic ballast that is surrounded by the
coil. Core is comprised of steel laminations or solid ferrite material.
Core & Coil Ballast - Another term for an electromagnetic ballast.
Crest Factor (Lamp Current Crest Factor) - Ratio of peak lamp
current to RMS or average lamp operating current.

Efficacy - Lumen output per unit of power supplied to ballast (lumens per
watt).
Electrical Testing Laboratory (ETL) - Independent testing laboratory
that performs ballast tests and certifies accuracy of performance data.
Electrode - Metal filaments that emit electrons in a fluorescent lamp.
Negatively charged free electrons emitted by one electrode are attracted
to the positive electrode (anode), creating an electric current and arc
between electrodes.
Electromagnetic Ballast (Magnetic Ballast) - A ballast that uses a
“Core & Coil” assembly to transform electrical current to start and
operate fluorescent lamps.
EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) - Electrical interference (noise)
generated by electrical and electronic devices. Levels generated by high
frequency electronic devices are subject to regulation by Federal
Communications Commission (FCC).
Filament - Metal Tungsten wire coated with Barium Oxide that emits
electrons when voltage is applied.
Filament Voltage - Voltage applied to the lamp cathode.
Fluorescent Lamp - Gas filled lamp in which light is produced by the
interaction of electrons with phosphors lining the lamp's glass tube.
Foot Candles - Measure of light level on a surface being illuminated.
Defined as one lumen of light per one square foot of surface area.
Four-Pin Compact Fluorescent Lamps - Type of lamps that do not
have any starter built into the base of the lamp. Therefore, the ballast
has the starting circuit. Traditionally 4-pin lamps are designed to work
with electronic ballasts; however, GE offers magnetic ballasts to operate
some 4-pin lamps.
Frequency - Rate of alternation in an AC current. Expressed in cycles per
second or Hertz (Hz).
Harmonic - An integral multiple of the fundamental frequency (60 Hz)
that becomes a component of the current (see “Harmonic Distortion”).
Harmonic Distortion - Distortion of an AC waveform caused by
multiples of the fundamental frequency (harmonics). Odd triplet harmonics (thirds, ninths, etc.) may result in large currents on the neutral line in
a four-wire Wye three-phase system.
Hertz (Hz) - Unit used to measure frequency of alteration of current or
voltage; cycles per second.
High Efficiency (Energy Saving) Electromagnetic Ballast Ballast with core & coils, designed to minimize ballast losses compared to
the “standard” ballast.
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lamp - A lamp containing a filled
arc tube in which the active element becomes vaporized (a gaseous
state) and is discharged into the arc stream to produce light.
High Power Factor - A ballast whose power factor is corrected to
90% or greater by the use of a capacitor.
Incandescent Lamp - Lamp in which light is produced by a filament
heated by an electric current.
Input Voltage - Power supply voltage required for proper operation of
an arc discharge lighting ballast.
Inputs Watts - The total power input to the ballast which includes lamp
watts and ballast losses. The total power input to the fixture is the input
watts to the ballast or ballasts and is the value to be used when calculating cost of energy and air conditioning loads.
Instant Start Lamp - A fluorescent lamp with a single pin at each end.
The lamp is ignited by a high voltage without any filament heating.

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GLOSSARY

GLOSSARY

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GLOSSARY

GLOSSARY

Instant Start - Lamp starting method in which lamps are started by high
voltage input with no preheating of lamp filaments. Some rapid start
lamps are designed so that they may be instant started.
Laminations - Layers of steel, making up the "core" that is surrounded
by the coils in a core & coil ballast.
Lamp Current Crest Factor - See “Crest Factor”.
Lamp Filament - See “Electrode”.
Lamp Watts - Input power used to operate lamps.
Lumens/Watt - A measurement of white light produced by each output
watt.
Metal Cases - Case design used in both magnetic and electronic ballasts.
These ballasts are grounded once they are mounted to the fixture. They
meet all safety codes, some of which do not allow plastic in open plenum
areas.
National Electric Code (NEC) - A nationally accepted electrical
installation code to reduce the risk of fire, developed by the National Fire
Protection Association.
National Energy Standards for Fluorescent Ballasts - A
federal law enacted in 1988 that sets energy standards for ballasts consistent throughout the United States.
NOM - Laboratory that sets safety standards for building materials, electrical
appliances and other products for Mexico.
Non-PCB Capacitor - Capacitor used in ballasts to help provide power
factor correction. Contains no polychlorinated biphenyls and meets EPA
requirements.
Normal Power Factor - Ballasts with power factor less than .90 and do
not incorporate any means of Power Factor Correction.

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Rapid Start - Lamp starting method in which lamp filaments are heated
while open circuit voltage (OCV) is applied to facilitate lamp ignition.
Series Lamp Operation - Refers to ballasts that employ a single current
path passing through all lamps operated by the ballast. If one lamp
should fail, companion lamps operated by the same ballasts will also
extinguish or dim.
Standard Alternating Current Frequency in the United States 60 Hertz (Hz) or 60 cycles per second.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - The combined effect of Harmonic
Distortion on the AC waveform produced by a ballast or other device.
Expressed as a percentage. Excessive levels of THD can create large currents on the neutral line of a four-wire Wye three phase system. (See
“Harmonic Distortion”.)
Transients - High voltage surges through an electrical system caused by
lightning strikes to nearby transformers, overhead lines or the ground.
May also be caused by switching of motors or compressors, as well as by
short circuits or utility system switching. Can lead to premature ballast
failure.
Two-Pin Compact Fluorescent Lamps - Type of lamps that have the
glow bottle starter built into the base of the lamp. Traditionally 2-pin
lamps are designed to work with electromagnetic ballasts.
UL Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc.- Laboratory that sets safety
standards for building materials, electrical appliances and other
products.
Watts - Measurement of electrical ability to do work.

Parallel Lamp Operation - Refers to ballasts that employ multiple
output current paths from a single ballast to allow lamps to operate
independent of one another, allowing other lamps operated by the
ballast to remain lit should companion lamp(s) fail.
PCB (Polychlorinated Biphenyls) - Chemical pollutant formerly used
in ballast capacitors.
Potting - Material used to completely surround and cover components of
some magnetic and electronic ballasts. Potting compound fulfills functions of protecting components, dampening sound, and dissipating heat.
Power Factor - Measurement of the relationship between the AC source
voltage and current. High power factor ballasts require less AC operating
current at the same wattage than an equivalent low power factor ballast.
Formula: Power Factor equals Input Watts divided by the product of Line
Volts times Line Amps (Volt Amps or VA).
Power Factor Corrected - Ballasts that incorporate a means of Power
Factor Correction but whose power factor is <90% and <50%.
Preheat Lamp - A fluorescent lamp in which the filament must be heated
by use of a starter before the arc is created. These lamps are typically
operated with electromagnetic ballasts.
Programmed Rapid Start - Lamp starting method which preheats the
lamp filaments while not allowing the lamp to ignite and then applies the
open circuit voltage (OCV) to start the lamp. The user may experience a
half- to one-second delay after turning on the lamps while the pre-heating takes place. This type of starting circuit keeps lamp end blackening to
a minimum and improves lamp life performance, especially in applications
where the lamps are frequently switched on and off.
Rapid Start Lamp - A fluorescent lamp with two pins at each end con
nected to the filament. The filaments are heated by the ballast to aid in
starting. Some rapid start lamps may be instant started without filament
heat, for example, the F32T8 lamp.

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WARRANTY

GE BALLAST WARRANTY
General Electric Company, (hereinafter called “GE”) warrants to the purchaser that its lamp ballasts, (hereinafter
called lighting products), will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the specified warranty periods
beginning from the date of manufacture.
Electronic Fluorescent Ballasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Up to 60 Months
Standard Electromagnetic, Fluorescent HID,
SLH, Hybrid, Octek™ Fluorescent Ballasts . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Months
Standard Fluorescent Sign Ballasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Months
MAX-3 or MSB-3 Series Fluorescent Sign Ballasts . . . . . .36 Months
If it appears within the specified warranty period that any GE Lighting Product does not meet the warranty
specified above, GE, at its option, will either repair or replace the Lighting Product at GE's expense. GE extends this
limited warranty to the original or first end-user purchaser only. This warranty is conditional based upon proper storage, installation, use and maintenance.
This warranty is not applicable to, and GE makes no warranty whatsoever with respect to, any
Lighting Product not installed and operated in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC), the Standards for
Safety of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL), Standards for the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) or, in
Canada, the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). Nor is this warranty applicable to any Lighting Product which
has not been installed and operated in accordance with GE's specifications and connection diagrams or Lighting
Products which have been subjected to abnormal operating conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, excessive
temperatures as specified in GE's published literature. The conditions for any tests (to be) performed on Lighting
Products which are claimed to have not performed in accordance with the terms of the warranty shall be mutually
agreed upon in writing and GE may be represented at any such tests.
No implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose shall apply
beyond the aforementioned warranty period. The foregoing warranty is exclusive of all other statutory,
written or oral warranties and no other warranties of any kind, statutory or otherwise are given or herein expressed.
Warranty claims are to be made in accordance with GE's published Warranty Service Program which is available
upon request. This warranty sets forth GE's obligations and responsibilities regarding its lighting products and is the
exclusive remedy available to the claimant.
Limitations of Liability, Under no circumstances, whether as a result of breach of contract, breach of warranty, tort, strict liability or otherwise, will GE be liable for consequential, incidental, special or exemplary damages,
including, but not limited to, loss of profits, loss of use or damage to any property or equipment, cost of capital,
cost of substitute product, facilities or services, down time costs or claims of claimants customers. GE's liability for all
claims of any kind or for any loss or damages arising out of, resulting from or concerning any aspect of this warranty or from the Lighting Products or services furnished hereunder, shall not exceed the price of the specific Lighting
Product which gives right to the claim, except in accordance with GE Technical Engineering Service Program.
State Law Right, Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages or the duration of time for an implied warranty. Therefore, the limitations or exclusions of consequential or incidental damage and implied warranties may not apply to certain claimants. This warranty provides the claimant with
specific legal rights and claimants may have other rights that vary from state to state.
Effective: 12/1/99

T R A N S F O R M I N G

T H E

P O W E R

O F

L I G H T

FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE,
PRODUCT INFORMATION,
VISIT WWW.GELIGHTING.COM

GE BALLAST PRODUCTS CATALOG

© 2003 General Electric Company
Printed in USA. 16122 (4/03)
GE is a registered trademark of General Electric Company. All specification information is subject to change without notification.



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