Overview
The Philips Advance 4435 290 36801 is a heavy-duty Centium electronic ballast engineered for fluorescent lighting systems in commercial and industrial environments. Operating at 120-277V input, this rapid-start ballast provides efficient lamp ignition and stable light output across North American voltage standards. Unlike legacy transformer-based ballasts, this solid-state unit delivers improved thermal performance, reduced audible noise, and compact installation footprint.
Key Features
- Wide input voltage: 120-277V input voltage range accommodates standard and high-voltage circuits
- Rapid-start ignition: Rapid start operation for F30T12, F34T12/F40T12, or FB34T12/FB40T12 linear lamps
- EOL protection: End-of-life protection circuit prevents lamp runaway and ballast damage
- UL listed: UL Listed for safety and regulatory compliance
- 5-year limited warranty: 5-Year Limited Warranty from manufacturer
- Compact design: Solid-state electronics reduce weight and space requirements versus oil-filled units
Technical Specifications
- Ballast Type: Electronic, Solid-State
- Input Voltage: 120-277V AC
- Frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Lamp Technology: Fluorescent Rapid-Start
- Compatible Lamp Types: F30T12, F34T12, F40T12, FB34T12, FB40T12
- Lamp Configuration: 1 or 2 lamps
- Certification: UL Listed
- Protection: End-of-Life (EOL) Circuit
- Warranty: 5 Years Limited
Typical Applications
- Commercial office lighting retrofits and replacements
- Industrial facility maintenance and repair
- Retrofit projects converting from magnetic to electronic ballasts
- Facilities requiring wide voltage tolerance (120V to 277V)
- High-temperature environments where cooler-running ballasts are needed
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard fluorescent T12 linear lamp fixtures (1 or 2-lamp configurations)
- Building automation and lighting control systems
- North American 120V, 208V, 240V, and 277V electrical distribution
- Facilities with existing T12 lamp infrastructure
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Legacy magnetic and transformer-based T12 ballasts
- Older Philips Advance ballast models in equivalent lamp/voltage configurations
- Verify fixture compatibility before replacement to ensure proper wiring and connector match
Works With
- T12 fluorescent lamps (F30T12, F34T12, F40T12, FB34T12, FB40T12)
- Standard electrical junction boxes and fixture enclosures
- Building energy management systems supporting legacy fluorescent lighting
