Philips IMH-150-H-LF 150W Electronic HID Ballast

Product Overview

Philips Advance E-Vision IMH150HLF — 150W M102/M142/E Electronic HID Ballast, 120-277V

The Philips Advance E-Vision IMH150HLF is a 150-watt electronic Metal Halide (pulse-start) HID ballast from Philips Advance, designed for commercial, industrial, and outdoor high-intensity discharge lighting. IntelliVolt technology supports 120–277V universal input. ANSI codes M102/M142/E, ballast factor 1.0, power factor greater than 0.90, THD under 15%, EOL lamp detection, resettable thermal overload protection, automatic 20-minute ignition failure shutdown, aluminum housing, side exit leads with mounting feet, and all leads 9 inches. Class A sound rating (≤24 dB). UL Listed. Verify ANSI code, wattage, and input voltage before ordering.

Wattage

150W

HID Electronic

Input Voltage

120–277V

IntelliVolt

ANSI Code

M102/M142

Pulse Start MH

Ballast Factor

1.0

Normal Output

Temp Range

-20°C–90°C

-4°F–194°F

Technical Specifications

Brand	Philips Advance — E-Vision
Model	IMH150HLF
Ballast Type	Electronic — Pulse Start Metal Halide HID
Lamp Wattage	150W
ANSI Lamp Code	M102 / M142 / E
Input Voltage	120–277V IntelliVolt Universal
Ballast Factor	1.0 (Normal Output)
Power Factor	>0.90
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	<15%
Sound Rating	Class A (≤24 dB)
Operating Temperature Range	-20°C to 90°C (-4°F to 194°F)
Maximum Ignition Pulse	4kV
EOL Detection	Yes — removes power when lamp fails to ignite or behaves erratically
Shutdown on Failed Ignition	20 minutes — power must be cycled off then on after lamp replacement
Thermal Protection	Resettable auto-reset thermal overload
Maximum Lamp Distance	5 feet
Lead Length	9 inches (all leads, high-temperature)
Wiring Configuration	Side exit leads with mounting feet
Housing Material	Aluminum
Dimensions	6.3" L x 3.6" W x 1.5" H
Listings / Compliance	UL Listed, ANSI M102/M142/E Compliant

Product Overview

The Philips Advance IMH150HLF is a specification-grade electronic HID ballast engineered for 150W pulse-start Metal Halide lamps across ANSI codes M102, M142, and E. IntelliVolt universal voltage operation (120–277V) eliminates voltage-specific stocking across mixed-circuit commercial and industrial facilities — a single SKU covers all standard North American voltages.

The aluminum housing provides superior heat dissipation compared to plastic-case alternatives, directly supporting the ballast's broad -20°C to 90°C operating temperature range — suited for cold-start outdoor installations and elevated ambient environments near process equipment. EOL lamp detection removes power from lamps that fail to ignite or behave erratically, preventing lamp cycling and protecting the ballast circuit. Resettable thermal overload auto-resets after cooling without requiring service. The 20-minute ignition failure auto-shutdown prevents repeated high-voltage ignition attempts from a failed lamp from damaging the fixture and ballast.

Important installation notes: Maintain a minimum 5-foot separation between ballast and lamp. Cycle power after any lamp replacement to reset the ballast protection system. When using screw-base lamps, connect the red lead to the center terminal of the lamp socket.

Compatible Applications

Commercial and industrial high-bay lighting — Warehouse, distribution center, and manufacturing floor fixtures running 150W MH lamps on mixed 120V or 277V circuits.
HID retrofit projects — Drop-in electronic replacement for magnetic 150W HID ballasts in existing commercial fixture housings.
Outdoor and site lighting — Wide operating temperature range and UL listing support outdoor area, parking lot, and building perimeter fixtures.
Cold-storage and unheated facilities — -20°C cold-start rating for freezer warehouses, loading docks, and unheated structures.
Retail and commercial environments — Class A sound rating for noise-sensitive customer-facing spaces.

Before Ordering — Verify

ANSI Code: Confirm your lamp is rated M102, M142, or E (150W pulse-start Metal Halide). Not compatible with probe-start MH, HPS, or Mercury Vapor lamps.
Wattage: Confirm fixture and lamp are rated for 150W only. Do not use with 175W, 250W, or other wattages.
Input Voltage: Confirm circuit is 120V or 277V.
Lamp Distance: Confirm lamp is within 5 feet of the ballast mounting location.
Physical Fit: Confirm 6.3" x 3.6" x 1.5" aluminum housing fits within the fixture's ballast cavity.
Case Temperature: Confirm ventilation is adequate to keep case temperature below 90°C.

Compliance

UL Listed. ANSI M102 / M142 / E compliant.
Verify FCC Part 18, RoHS, California Title 20/T24, and Prop 65 requirements with the Philips Advance manufacturer specification sheet prior to specification or installation.