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Ge Current

Ge Current GE432MAXP-H-ULTRA 145-148W 4-Lamp Ballast

SKU CH-Q9JD-PACAJ

Electronic T8 ballast runs 3 or 4 F32T8 lamps at 120–277 V with high power factor and Class A 20–24 dB sound rating

  • typeBallasts
  • size dimensionsHigh Power Ballast Factor
  • High-efficiency operation saves energy with over 90-Percent electrical efficiency
  • Multi-volt input from 120 to 277 volts suits varied installations
  • Parallel lamp operation keeps remaining lamps lit if one fails
  • Anti-striation circuitry prevents visible spiraling in the light output
  • Quiet Class A sound rating between 20 and 24 decibels

Ballast for T8 Fluorescent Fixtures

This GE Current electronic ballast drives four or three F32T8 lamps at a high power factor. It accepts multi-voltage input from 120 to 277 volts and operates with Class A sound performance rated at 20 to 24 decibels. The unit is designed for commercial interior lighting installations requiring reliable instant start operation.

Replacing Magnetic or Standard Electronic Ballasts

The UltraMax design delivers more than 90-percent electrical efficiency and a low lamp current crest factor that reduces stress on lamps. Anti-striation circuitry prevents spiraling light patterns while parallel lamp operation keeps remaining lamps lit if one fails. The jump is worth it when upgrading older fixtures to cut energy use and simplify maintenance.

Limits of Instant Start Multi-Volt Operation

Instant start ballasts apply high initial voltage without preheating cathodes, which can shorten lamp life in frequent switching applications. The 145 to 148-watt input range suits standard four-lamp T8 layouts but does not support dimming controls or reduced lamp counts below three. Thermal protection and auto-restart functions guard against overheating and voltage irregularities.

Highlights

  • High-efficiency operation saves energy with over 90-Percent electrical efficiency
  • Multi-volt input from 120 to 277 volts suits varied installations
  • Parallel lamp operation keeps remaining lamps lit if one fails
  • Anti-striation circuitry prevents visible spiraling in the light output
  • Quiet Class A sound rating between 20 and 24 decibels

Specifications

BrandGE Lighting
typeBallasts
size dimensionsHigh Power Ballast Factor

Questions about this item

What lamp types and quantities can the GE432MAXP-H-ULTRA ballast operate?

This ballast runs four or three F32T8 lamps, delivering high power ballast factor across 120 to 277-volt supply.

Which wiring step is most often missed when installing this instant-start ballast?

Installers frequently forget to connect the parallel-lamp wiring so that a single lamp failure keeps the remaining lamps lit.

When should the GE432MAXP-H-ULTRA ballast be replaced?

Replace the unit if the Class A sound rating exceeds 24 decibels, if anti-striation control fails, or if thermal protection trips repeatedly.

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