• Can the 36*36 ballast be connected to a 24*36?

  • Jeremy8404

The question is formulated in the topic, but specialists, please correct me - is this a problem? What is the risk of a 24W lamp failing more quickly? Overheating? The discussion is about PL lamps. I really need a prompt response - I’m giving the cover for rework tomorrow. Thank you.

Andrew9581

I installed an EPR with a specific rating for a lamp with slightly higher power, and everything works perfectly. On the contrary, it's highly undesirable to use a lamp with much higher power, as it will burn out in a few days, plus there will be overheating. The fact is that there are even ballasts with reduced power specifically designed to extend the lifespan of the lamp (if that's important in certain cases). Here, you want to install a much more powerful one. Personally, I do not recommend it at all.

Debra6575

And if the T5 lamps are 54W and the EprA is 58W, will they also burn out quickly?

Richard

Answers to all questions are here.

Tracy4603

It seems a bit confusing... The ballast is designed for 2 lamps of 36W. I want to install one 24W and one 36W.

Daniel4967

The acceptable deviation is 10%, but it also depends on the manufacturer of the electronic ballast. Some Eastern manufacturers make them "exactly to the point," while VITO maintains a normal deviation of 10% (I have checked).

Stephen5841

This is definitely not worth doing.

Paul

That's right, the ballast works synchronously for two lamps; with different power values, there will be an imbalance in the circuit, with corresponding consequences. And in general, guys, why reinvent the wheel? Nowadays, any ballasts for any lamps are available for purchase—just buy the one you need according to the rating and relax, and most importantly, you won't have to worry.)))