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Rectangular electronic ballast unit, matte grey finish, terminal connectors visible

Philips

Philips Advance IOP-4PSP32-LW-SC 94W 3-4 Lamp Ballast

SKU CH-9XE6-APM2H

Electronic fluorescent ballast powers three or four T8 lamps up to 32 W each on 120 to 277 V AC input

  • Product weight1.3
  • Main materialHAWA
  • Supports three or four T8 fluorescent lamps
  • Operates on 120 to 277 V AC input voltage
  • Rapid start ballast for reliable lamp ignition
  • Low 1.3 kg weight eases installation
  • Rated for 17, 25, 28 and 32 watt bulbs

Philips Advance Electronic Ballast

The Philips Advance IOP-4PSP32-LW-SC is an electronic fluorescent ballast designed for commercial and institutional lighting installations. It supports three or four T8 lamps with a maximum rating of 32 watts each. The unit operates on a wide input voltage range from 120 to 277 volts AC. It is built for new construction or retrofit projects requiring reliable rapid-start operation.

Rapid Start Performance Under Load

The ballast uses a rapid start method to ignite lamps without a starter, providing consistent ignition across the supported 17, 25, 28 and 32 watt T8 tubes. It delivers a total output of 94 watts when driving the maximum lamp configuration. The electronic circuitry maintains stable current regulation during continuous operation, reducing flicker and extending lamp life in sustained use scenarios.

Thermal And Electrical Characteristics

The ballast weighs 1.3 units and is constructed from HAWA material for durability in standard indoor environments. It is rated for a minimum starting temperature of zero degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring reliable cold-weather starts. With no dimming capability, the unit operates at fixed output, simplifying wiring and eliminating compatibility concerns with dimming controls.

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Price $25.99
Cheaper than about 64% of the 1,591 comparable items (median $33.99).

Specifications

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Brand namePHILIPS ADVANCE
Size & build
Main materialHAWA

Questions about this item

How much heat or noise does the 94 W ballast produce when it runs all day?

Electronic ballasts run silently and generate only modest warmth; the unit weighs 1.3 and is rated for continuous operation at up to 94 watts.

What lamps and wiring must I already have for this ballast to work?

You need three or four T8 fluorescent lamps rated 17, 25, 28 or 32 watts each, plus a 120–277 V AC supply and rapid-start sockets.

Will this ballast start reliably with the older T8 tubes I already own in a cold garage?

Yes, the rapid-start design supports a minimum starting temperature of 0 °F, so existing compatible T8 lamps will ignite in cold conditions.

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