GE432MAX-H UltraMax Electronic Ballast – 120-277V | Instant Start | 1.18 BF | 4-Lamp High Output T8

High-output electronic ballast designed to maximize light levels in commercial T8 fluorescent lighting systems.

Quick Specifications

• Model: GE432MAX-H
• Series: UltraMax
• Input Voltage: 120–277V
• Lamp Configuration: 4 Lamp
• Ballast Factor: 1.18 (High Output)
• THD: <10%
• Minimum Starting Temperature: -20°F
• Maximum Case Temperature: 70°C
• Dimensions: 9.5" L x 1.3" W x 1.2" H
• Compliance: UL Type CC, FCC Part 18, RoHS, UL Type 1 Outdoor

Compatible Lamps

• (4) F32T8 (48" Standard Lamps)
• (4) Energy Saving T8 Lamps (25W, 28W, 30W)
• (4) F25T8 (36") and F17T8 (24")
• (3) F40T8 (specific wiring configuration)
• Equivalent U-Bend T8 Fluorescent Lamps

Product Overview

The GE432MAX-H UltraMax ballast is a high-output electronic ballast engineered to deliver maximum lumen output in demanding commercial lighting environments.

With a 1.18 ballast factor, it produces significantly more light than standard ballasts, allowing users to increase brightness or reduce the number of fixtures required.

Key Advantages

• Maximum light output: Ideal for high-ceiling and bright environments
• Fixture reduction: Achieve higher output with fewer lamps
• Multi-voltage flexibility: Works across 120–277V systems
• Parallel lamp operation: Keeps remaining lamps lit if one fails
• Cold start capability: Reliable down to -20°F

Applications

• Warehouses and industrial spaces
• Retail stores requiring high brightness
• Commercial facilities with high ceilings
• Gymnasiums and large open areas
• Retrofit projects needing higher light output

Important Notes

• High Output Ballast: 1.18 BF produces ~15–20% more light
• Not energy-saving model: Higher light = higher energy use
• Instant Start: Lower cost but shorter lamp life vs programmed start
• Best used where brightness is priority