Philips AmbiStar Electronic Fluorescent Ballast Lamp

Best Philips AmbiStar Ballast

The Philips AmbiStar Electronic Fluorescent Ballast is a practical replacement solution designed for residential and hospitality lighting applications. Built to operate one or two compatible T8 fluorescent lamps, this electronic ballast provides reliable instant-start performance for everyday indoor lighting systems. Its 120-volt input makes it suitable for compatible residential electrical installations.

Designed for F17T8, F25T8, and F32T8 fluorescent lamps, the Philips AmbiStar ballast offers flexible lamp compatibility for different lighting requirements. Whether you are replacing an existing ballast in a ceiling fixture, utility room, garage, or other compatible lighting application, this unit provides a convenient option for restoring fluorescent lighting operation.

The electronic design operates at high frequency, helping reduce visible flicker and interference with infrared devices when installed and used with compatible lamps. Its parallel lamp connection supports independent lamp operation, allowing the remaining compatible lamp to continue operating if another lamp fails. Automatic restart functionality also helps restart lamps without requiring a manual power reset.

The ballast features a compact metal housing measuring approximately 9.5 x 1.3 x 1.0 inches, making it suitable for compatible fixture installations. It operates on a 120V, 60Hz electrical supply and has a nominal ballast factor of 0.85 for the specified F32T8 configuration. The unit also carries recognized compliance markings, including UL, cUL, and RoHS-related certifications listed in product documentation.

For best results, always verify the ballast model, lamp type, wattage, wiring diagram, and fixture compatibility before installation. This Philips AmbiStar replacement ballast is intended for compatible T8 fluorescent lamps and should not be assumed to work with LED tubes. Installation should be performed by a qualified person with power disconnected.

Choose the Philips AmbiStar electronic ballast for a dependable replacement option for compatible one- or two-lamp T8 fluorescent lighting fixtures.

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Philips AmbiStar Ballast Product Information

• Brand: Philips Advance
• Product Series: AmbiStar
• Model: REB-2P32-N
• Ballast Type: Electronic fluorescent
• Input Voltage: 120V AC
• Input Frequency: 60Hz
• Lamp Capacity: 1 or 2 lamps
• Compatible Lamps: F17T8, F25T8, F32T8
• Starting Method: Instant start
• Lamp Connection: Parallel
• Ballast Factor: 0.85 (F32T8 configuration)
• Lamp Current Crest Factor: 1.7
• Housing Material: Metal
• Dimensions: Approximately 9.5 x 1.3 x 1.0 inches
• Automatic Restart: Yes
• Certifications: UL, cUL and RoHS-related compliance listed in product documentation