Compact Fluorescent Ballast for Residential/Commercial Use

The GE 71730 GE432MAX-N-DIY 120/277-volt UltraMax Electronic Fluorescent T8 Multi-volt Instant Start Ballast is designed to accommodate up to 4 or 3 F32T8 lamps. This versatile ballast can handle a range of voltages, from 120 to 277 volts, making it suitable for a variety of unique projects.

One of the key features of this ballast is its anti-striation circuitry, which helps to eliminate and prevent the spiraling effect that can sometimes occur with lights. This not only enhances the visual appeal of the lighting, but also helps to improve energy efficiency.

Speaking of energy efficiency, the GE 71730 ballast is designed to be ultra-efficient, boasting more than 90-percent efficiency. This can result in significant energy savings for users, making it an attractive option for those looking to reduce their energy costs.

The physical dimensions of the ballast are also worth noting. It measures 9 inches in length and 1 inch in width, with a mounting slot set 0.3 inches apart. This compact size makes it easy to install and integrate into a variety of lighting configurations.

In terms of safety and performance, the GE 71730 ballast is UL Type CC rated, providing protection against arcing in electrical components. It is also suitable for high-temperature applications, with a UL 55C ambient rating. Additionally, the ballast is UL Type 1 Outdoor, UL Type HL, and UL Class P listed, ensuring it meets industry standards for safety and performance.

The ballast also features a number of other notable characteristics. It has a lamp-friendly low-lamp-current crest factor, which helps to extend the life of the lamps. The parallel lamp operation also makes it easier to manage maintenance, as if one lamp fails, the others will remain on.

Further, the ballast provides anti-striation control and auto-restart functions, as well as thermal protection against damage. It also has a T8 ballast sound rating of Class A, meaning it operates at a relatively low noise level (20-24 decibels).

The ballast factor rating of the GE 71730 is 0.87 for full light output, which allows for the control of light output and wattages of each lamp. A lower ballast factor rating will reduce the light output and wattage of each lamp, allowing for more lamps to be used to achieve a certain foot-candle level in the same area.

Finally, the ballast has a cold minimum starting temperature of -20 degrees Fahrenheit, making it suitable for a wide range of environmental conditions. It also runs quietly with most 120-volt applications, with less than 10-percent Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), and less than 20-percent with other approved lamps.

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