B259IUNVHP-A 2-Lamp F96T8 Universal Ballast

The Universal Triad B259IUNVHP Electronic Ballast is a high-performance, industrial-grade control gear module engineered to operate one or two F96T8 8-foot linear fluorescent lamps. Featuring an auto-sensing multi-volt input range from 120V through 277V, this premium instant-start ballast provides an efficient normal ballast factor with ultra-low total harmonic distortion. Built with an advanced parallel wire circuit scheme and protected by a low-profile can enclosure, it serves as the definitive high-efficiency replacement module for commercial warehouse, retail, and manufacturing fixtures.

ADL Supply Expert Application & Replacement Guide

The Universal Triad B259IUNVHP is an industrial electrical staple optimized for maintaining massive 8-foot overhead fluorescent strips inside high-ceiling shipping warehouses, commercial distribution centers, large-format retail supermarkets, and unconditioned logistics bays. Engineered with true multi-voltage versatility, this single module interfaces directly with 120V residential or 277V commercial distribution lines without necessitating individual tap configuration adjustments or circuit changes.

Hardware Socket Note for Field Installation: This electronic ballast is configured exclusively to operate 8-foot (96-inch) linear fluorescent lamps. Maintenance crews should verify that the target fixture is outfitted with standard Fa8 single-pin Slimline lampholders. Unlike typical 4-foot bi-pin sockets that require internal shunting jumps, Fa8 single-pin sockets seat a lone center contact pin on each lamp end cap. Thanks to its integrated parallel circuitry wiring format, if one 8-foot linear tube burns out or suffers current termination, the companion lamp in the fixture tray will remain fully illuminated—reducing emergency maintenance downtime and simplifying diagnostic troubleshooting schedules.

Detailed Product Specifications

• Brand: Universal Lighting Technologies (ULT)
• Product Series Line: Triad Universal High-Performance Platform
• Ballast Model Number: B259IUNVHP
• Control Gear Technology: Electronic Linear Fluorescent
• Start Method Matrix: Instant Start
• Lamp Capacity Boundaries: Operates One (1) or Two (2) Lamps Safely
• Compatible Tube Configurations: 8-Foot F96T8 (including GE F96T8/ECO and Sylvania FO96/ECO 96-inch Slimline variations)
• Nominal Input Voltage Range: 120V to 277V AC Universal (108VAC–305VAC Operational Threshold)
• Line Input Frequency: 50/60Hz
• Active Ballast Factor (BF): Normal Ballast Factor
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 10% Low Distortion Matrix
• Sonic Noise Insulation: Class A Sound Rating (20-24 Decibels Whisper Operation)
• Minimum Starting Temperature: 32°F (0°C)
• Physical Case Measurements: 9.5" Long x 1.7" Wide x 1.18" High (Lightweight Low-Profile Can)
• Manufacturing Origin: Built in North America

Operation, Safety & Mounting Compliance

Electrical Standards and Protective Filtering

This electronic high-performance ballast complies with national industry parameters, meeting full ANSI C82.11-1993 benchmarks for fluorescent component engineering. It features native protection shields to suppress high-voltage transients on the power grid while restricting total harmonic feedback beneath a strict 10% threshold. This structural design isolates sensitive adjacent computerized monitoring gear, IT equipment racks, and wireless communication nodes from electrical noise disruption.

Chassis Grounding & Thermal Limits

Safety certified as UL Type 1 Outdoor Rated and RoHS Compliant, this assembly handles installation in unconditioned exterior utility rooms, covered parking loading tracks, and enclosed architectural canopy skins. Ensure that during mechanical mounting, the painted steel housing box maintains direct, raw metal-to-metal contact against the fixture tray framework to establish an uninterrupted heat dissipation path and a secure equipment grounding connection.

Commercial Ballast Industry Cross-References

• GE Lighting: GE259MV-N / GE-259-MAX-N
• Sylvania Quicktronic: QTP2X96T8/UNV ISN-SC
• Philips Advance: ICN-2P59-N / REB-2P59-SC
• Keystone Technologies: KTEB-259HO-UV-TP-PIC

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