Overview
The MagneTek 1230-97S is a universal magnetic high-pressure sodium (HPS) ballast designed for 1000W outdoor and industrial lighting applications. This ballast is part of MagneTek’s comprehensive HID ballast line and is commonly used in street lighting, area lighting, and industrial fixture retrofits. The unit is configured for 480V, 60Hz operation and includes all necessary components for installation.
Key Features
- 1000W high-pressure sodium ballast for outdoor and industrial HID systems
- Universal magnetic design compatible with standard HPS lamp configurations
- Includes core and coil assembly, capacitors, and mounting brackets
- Prewired with internal discharge resistor and dry capacitor
- Direct retrofit capability into existing HID fixture installations
- Designed for -40°C minimum operating temperature in HPS applications
Technical Specifications
- Ballast Type: Magnetic (Core and Coil)
- Lamp Type: High Pressure Sodium (HPS)
- Wattage: 1000W
- Input Voltage: 480V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
- Configuration: Replacement Kit (Core & Coil, Capacitors, Mounting Hardware)
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to rated maximum (HPS)
- Capacitor: Oil-filled, corrosion-resistant steel can
- Certifications: UL listed, CSA certified (CAN/CSA-22.2 No. 74-92)
- Ignitor Design: Six-month lamp open circuit operation capability
- Part Number Format: 1230-97S or 1230-97S-500K (quad voltage kit)
Typical Applications
- Street and roadway lighting retrofit kits
- Outdoor area and facility lighting systems
- Industrial and warehouse high-bay lighting
- Parking lot and security lighting installations
- HID fixture replacement and upgrades
- Postline ballasts for pole-mounted outdoor fixtures
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard 1000W high-pressure sodium lamp sockets and configurations
- Universal HID outdoor fixture designs
- Three-phase and single-phase power systems at 480V, 60Hz
- Existing MagneTek ballast mounting infrastructure
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- MagneTek 1230-97S ballast assemblies
- Universal 1000W HPS ballast units from compatible manufacturers
- Older or failed magnetic HPS ballast cores and coil assemblies
Works With
- HPS lamps (70W–1000W standard ratings)
- Standard ignition and starter circuits for HPS systems
- Outdoor and indoor encased HID fixture designs
- Remote ballast mounting configurations in pole-base applications
