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Rectangular electronic ballast in metal casing, 9.0 inches long, weighs 1.13 pounds

GE

GE 78627 GE432MAX-N/ULTRA T8 Fluorescent Ballast Normal Factor 120-277V

SKU CH-4DQ6-KJRWK

Electronic instant-start ballast runs four 32-inch T8 lamps at 120-277 V with .87 ballast factor and 90-percent efficiency

  • typeballast
  • size dimensionsNormal Ballast Factor
  • weight1.13
  • High efficiency above 90-percent saves energy
  • Instant start lights lamps without delay
  • Multi-voltage 120 to 277V fits varied supplies
  • Anti-striation control removes visible bands
  • UL Type CC rating protects against arcing

Product Identity

The GE 78627 is an electronic high-efficiency multivolt instant-start ballast designed to operate four or three 32-inch T8 fluorescent lamps. It suits commercial and institutional lighting retrofits where a normal ballast factor and wide voltage tolerance are required.

Installation Notes

The unit mounts using a 9.0-inch mounting length and weighs 1.13 units, with parallel lamp wiring that simplifies connection for multiple lamps. Multi-voltage technology accepts 120 to 277V at 50-Hz/60-Hz, reducing wiring errors across supply variations. Common issues include ensuring the ambient temperature does not exceed 40 Degree C (104 Degree F) and verifying lamp compatibility for the .87 ballast factor to avoid reduced output or starting problems.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Active power factor correction maintains efficiency above 90-percent during continuous operation, while the UL 55C ambient rating and high-temperature protection circuit guard against thermal overload. Anti-striation control delivers stable light quality without striations over long runs, and the sound rating of A (20-24 decibels) indicates quiet performance. Auto-restart and thermally protected features support reliable cycling without manual intervention.

Highlights

  • High efficiency above 90-percent saves energy
  • Instant start lights lamps without delay
  • Multi-voltage 120 to 277V fits varied supplies
  • Anti-striation control removes visible bands
  • UL Type CC rating protects against arcing

Specifications

BrandGE Lighting
typeballast
size dimensionsNormal Ballast Factor
weight1.13

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the GE 78627 ballast is operating correctly after installation?

Verify the connected T8 lamps start instantly without flicker, run quietly at the 20-24 decibel sound rating, and show no striations thanks to the anti-striation control.

What comes with the GE 78627 and what must I source separately?

The box contains the GE432MAX-N/ULTRA ballast unit only; you must purchase four 32-inch F32T8 lamps and appropriate mounting hardware separately.

Which ballast factor version should I choose for four F32T8 lamps on 120-277V?

Choose the Normal Ballast Factor (0.87 BF) version — product code 78627 — designed for three or four F32T8 lamps across the 120 to 277V multivolt range.

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