Electronic ballast improves efficiency

Journal Article · Sat Nov 01 04:00:00 EST 1980 · Electr. Consult.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5695077

Verderber, R R

As part of a DOE program, the performance of various electronic ballasts for fluorescent lamps have been evaluated relative to high quality core-coil ballasts under similar ambient conditions. The results of this investigation are reported. Real energy savings can exceed 40% while comfort and quality of illumination are improved. A detailed comparison of two types of ballast is presented. Voltage effects and temperature effects as well as dimming features are discussed. Light levels, power energy consumption, and daylighting are also treated. It is concluded that, with the electronic ballast, an annual payback of $8.20/yr is possible as compared to the core-coil ballasted fluorescent lamp. Further, much greater flexibility in use is possible with the electronic ballast equipped lamp. (MJJ)

• Research Organization: Univ. of California, Berkeley
• OSTI ID: 5695077
• Journal Information: Electr. Consult.; (United States), Journal Name: Electr. Consult.; (United States); ISSN ECNSB
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
320100* -- Energy Conservation
Consumption
& Utilization-- Buildings
BALLASTS
EFFICIENCY
ENERGY CONSERVATION
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
ENERGY SYSTEMS
FLUORESCENT LAMPS
LIGHT BULBS
LIGHTING SYSTEMS
PAYBACK PERIOD
PERFORMANCE TESTING
TEMPERATURE DEPENDENCE
TESTING