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Philips

Philips Advance ICN-2S86-SC Electronic Ballast 47-188W 1-2 Lamps

SKU CH-TBK2-MV0KC

Electronic fluorescent ballast supporting one or two T8HO lamps from 47 to 188 watts on 120 to 277 volt input

  • typeBallasts
  • Supports one or two T8HO lamps for flexible fixture design
  • Operates from 120 to 277 V AC for broad voltage compatibility
  • Rapid start delivers reliable ignition down to -20 °F
  • Handles 47 to 188 W total load across supported wattages
  • Electronic ballast reduces energy loss compared to magnetic types

Electronic Ballast for T8HO Lamps

The Philips Advance ICN-2S86-SC is an electronic ballast designed to operate one or two T8HO fluorescent lamps. It accepts an input voltage range of 120 to 277V AC, making it suitable for commercial and industrial lighting installations. The unit supports lamp wattages of 38, 44 and 59 watts with a total output range of 47 to 188 watts. It uses a rapid start method and offers no dimming capability.

Sustained Operation Characteristics

The ballast is rated for a minimum starting temperature of -20 degrees F, ensuring reliable ignition in cold environments such as warehouses or outdoor signage. During continuous operation the electronic circuitry maintains stable lamp current without the flicker associated with magnetic alternatives. Thermal protection shuts the unit down if internal temperatures exceed safe limits, preventing premature failure under sustained load. No dimming function means light output remains constant throughout the operating period.

Installation Notes

Wiring follows the standard rapid-start configuration for one or two T8HO lamps; the label on the case shows the required connections. The housing is designed for mounting inside a luminaire or junction box with appropriate knockouts. A common error is exceeding the maximum supported lamp wattage of 59 watts per lamp or using incompatible lamp types such as T12 or T5. Verify that the supply voltage falls within the 120 to 277V AC range before energising the circuit.

Highlights

  • Supports one or two T8HO lamps for flexible fixture design
  • Operates from 120 to 277 V AC for broad voltage compatibility
  • Rapid start delivers reliable ignition down to -20 °F
  • Handles 47 to 188 W total load across supported wattages
  • Electronic ballast reduces energy loss compared to magnetic types

Specifications

BrandADVANCE
typeBallasts

Questions about this item

How much heat does the ICN-2S86-SC produce when running two lamps at 188 watts all day?

The ballast operates at up to 188 watts total across one or two T8HO lamps, so heat output scales with that load; ensure the fixture allows airflow around the case.

What lamp holders and wiring must I already have to install this ballast?

You need sockets rated for T8HO lamps and wiring suitable for 120 to 277 V AC input; the ballast supports one or two lamps at 38, 44 or 59 watts each.

Will this ballast start older T8HO tubes reliably at low temperature?

Yes, the rapid-start design is rated to start at -20 °F, so existing T8HO lamps down to 38 watts should ignite dependably in cold conditions.

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