Philips Advance Centium ICN2S5490C-T-35I 2-Lamp T5HO Electronic Ballast – 120-277V IntelliVolt | Programmed Start | 90°C Outdoor Rated | F54T5/HO

The Philips Advance Centium ICN2S5490C-T-35I is a high-performance programmed start electronic ballast engineered for demanding two-lamp F54T5/HO fluorescent applications. With IntelliVolt universal 120–277V input, a 90°C operating temperature rating, outdoor compatibility, and support for remote, tandem, and through wiring up to 20 feet, this ballast is the specification-grade choice for industrial, commercial warehouse, parking structure, and high-ambient-temperature environments.

Quick Specs

• Brand: Philips Advance
• Model: ICN2S5490C-T-35I
• Series: Centium
• Order Code: 913701253402
• EAN: 781087131824
• Ballast Type: Electronic Fluorescent, Programmed Start
• Rated Lamps: 1–2 x F54T5/HO (and compatible 4-pin long compact lamps)
• Input Voltage: 120–277V IntelliVolt, 50/60Hz
• Ballast Factor: 1.0 (Normal)
• Power Factor: 0.98
• THD: <10%
• Input Power: 120–117W
• Efficacy Factor: 0.83
• Ignition Time: 1.5 seconds
• Operating Temperature: Up to 90°C
• Housing: Metal — 14.17 in x 1.18 in x 1.06 in
• Weight: 0.441 kg
• Wiring: 18AWG solid wire, poke-in connectors
• Wiring Configurations: Remote, Tandem, Through (up to 20 ft)
• Certifications: UL, CSA, RoHS
• Outdoor Rated: Yes

Product Overview

The Philips Advance Centium ICN2S5490C-T-35I is built for high-output fluorescent applications where temperature extremes, outdoor exposure, and installation flexibility are non-negotiable requirements. The 90°C operating temperature rating — significantly higher than standard commercial ballasts — makes this unit the correct specification for high-ambient environments including manufacturing plants, parking structures, covered outdoor areas, and industrial fixtures mounted near heat sources.

IntelliVolt technology provides seamless 120–277V universal voltage operation on a single SKU, eliminating voltage-specific ordering across multi-circuit facilities. Programmed start technology preheats lamp cathodes before ignition, extending lamp life compared to instant start designs and reducing the 1.5-second ignition cycle flicker that affects instant start ballasts. A ballast factor of 1.0 delivers full rated lamp output — no light level compromise.

Flexible wiring support — remote, tandem, and through configurations up to 20 feet — expands the range of fixture layouts and retrofit scenarios this ballast can serve. The metal housing provides structural durability in demanding environments where plastic-case ballasts are not appropriate. 18AWG solid wire with poke-in connectors simplifies field termination and reduces wiring time.

Why Choose This Product

• 90°C operating temperature rating: Operates reliably in high-heat environments — manufacturing plants, parking structures, and outdoor fixtures where standard 70°C ballasts fail prematurely.
• Programmed start technology: Preheats cathodes before ignition to extend T5HO lamp life and eliminate flicker at startup — critical in frequently switched applications.
• IntelliVolt 120–277V universal input: Covers all standard North American commercial and industrial voltages on a single part number.
• 0.98 power factor / <10% THD: High power factor minimizes reactive load on distribution panels; low harmonic distortion protects sensitive equipment on shared circuits.
• Ballast factor 1.0: Delivers full rated lumen output — no derating of light levels compared to the lamp’s design specification.
• Outdoor rated metal housing: Durable metal construction handles moisture, vibration, and temperature cycling that plastic-case ballasts cannot.
• Remote / tandem / through wiring up to 20 ft: Supports remote ballast mounting and tandem fixture configurations — reduces per-fixture cost in multi-lamp installations.
• Broad lamp compatibility: Operates F54T5/HO at 44W, 49W, and standard wattage, plus 36–55W 4-pin 2G11 long compact lamps — one ballast covers multiple lamp types.
• UL, CSA, and RoHS certified: Meets North American safety standards and environmental compliance requirements.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions

Lamp Compatibility

This ballast operates 1 or 2 lamps from the following compatible fluorescent lamp types:

Applications

The Philips Advance Centium ICN2S5490C-T-35I is specified for high-output fluorescent applications in demanding thermal and environmental conditions:

• Industrial facilities and manufacturing plants – 90°C operating temperature rating handles high-ambient-heat environments where standard ballasts overheat and fail.
• Commercial warehouses – High-bay and low-bay T5HO strip fixtures with remote or tandem wiring configurations serving large footprint spaces.
• Parking garages and covered structures – Outdoor-rated metal housing and wide operating temperature support unheated, temperature-cycling, and moisture-exposed environments.
• Outdoor lighting systems – Rated for outdoor use in fixture housings exposed to weather and ambient temperature extremes.
• High-ambient-temperature environments – Suitable anywhere case temperature at the ballast mounting point regularly exceeds 70°C.
• Multi-fixture commercial installations – Remote, tandem, and through wiring support up to 20 feet enables efficient wiring of adjacent fixture runs.

Replacing Your Current T5HO Fluorescent Ballast?

Confirm the following before ordering to ensure a compatible installation:

• Lamp type and wattage: This ballast operates F54T5/HO lamps at 44W, 49W, and 54W, and compatible 2G11 4-pin long compact lamps at 36–55W. Verify your existing lamp type is listed in the compatibility table above.
• Lamp count: Operates 1 or 2 lamps. Confirm your fixture lamp count before ordering.
• Start method: Programmed start — preheats cathodes before ignition. Requires 4-pin lamps with separate cathode pins. Verify lamp pin configuration is compatible before ordering.
• Circuit voltage: IntelliVolt 120–277V covers all standard North American commercial and industrial voltages.
• Operating temperature: If ambient temperatures at the fixture exceed 70°C, this 90°C-rated ballast is required. For standard indoor applications below 70°C, a standard Centium ballast may be appropriate.
• Wiring configuration: Supports remote (up to 20 ft), tandem, and through wiring. Verify your fixture wiring layout is compatible with one of these configurations.
• Physical fit: Metal housing, 14.17 x 1.18 x 1.06 inches. Confirm your fixture ballast channel accommodates this length and profile.

Ordering Information

• Brand: Philips Advance
• Model: ICN2S5490C-T-35I
• Series: Centium
• Order Code: 913701253402
• EAN: 781087131824
• Lamp Type: 1–2 x F54T5/HO, Programmed Start
• Voltage: 120–277V IntelliVolt Universal
• Case quantities and bulk pricing: Contact ADL Supply for volume orders.

Compliance and Certifications

• UL Listed: Yes
• CSA Certified: Yes
• RoHS Compliant: Yes
• Outdoor Rated: Yes
• Verify California Title 20 / T24 compliance with manufacturer specification sheet.
• Verify Prop 65 warning requirements with manufacturer specification sheet.

ADL Supply recommends confirming all applicable compliance data with the Philips Advance official product data sheet prior to specification or installation.