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Product Overview
Product Overview
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Core & Coil
Core & coil ballasts are used in over 90% of all HID fixtures. Universals core & coil models are available
for all HID lamp types, including single-, dual-, tri-, quad- and multi-volt designs. For added
versatility and reduced inventory costs, Universal has also introduced the industrys 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.
Universals Universal Precise is the next generation in core & coil technology, featuring a smaller, light-
weight design and improved temperature performance. Universal 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.
50 Hertz
Universal offers 50 Hz core & coil ballasts to meet the rapid growth in demand in international
markets. Our ballasts are available for 220, 230, and 240 volt electrical systems.
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.
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.
Core and Coil Ballasts
HID Ballast Kits
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL
1-800-BALLAST
(225-5278)
F-Can Ballasts
HID Product Overview
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HID
Normal Position of Protective Device
Protective Device (Only in metal cases)
Protective device to prevent case rupture
Barrier
Barrier
Normal Cover Position
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Capacitor Protective Devices
Position of Protective Device
After Activation
Barrier
Barrier
Normal Cover Position
1
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Capacitor Protective Devices
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL
1-800-BALLAST
(225-5278)
For maximum safety and reliability, all Universal capacitors come with built-in bleed resistors (patent-
ed by Universal). All Universal 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 by Universal 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
Universal has a comprehensive line of capacitors in metal cases (up to 520V ratings) and plastic
cases (up to 400V ratings). All Universal capacitors are designed for 60,000 hours of continuous life.
Theyre exceptionally reliable because we put them through accelerated life testing at 125% rated
voltage and rated temperature +10°C.
Universal capacitors are normally packaged with ballasts. They 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
Universal 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 Universal in oval MF and round RMF oil-filled metal cases).
Plastic Dry Type Capacitors
Metal and Oil Filled Capacitors