SYLVANIA QHE 2x32T8/UNV ISL-SC | Quicktronic® High Efficiency 2-Lamp T8 Ballast

The Sylvania Quicktronic® High Efficiency QHE 2x32T8/UNV ISL-SC is a commercial-grade **electronic instant-start ballast** engineered to operate one or two standard or energy-saving T8 fluorescent lamps. Part of the premier **QUICKTRONIC® High Efficiency** and **NEMA Premium** product families, this low ballast factor system delivers a optimized **0.77 ballast factor** for maximum energy reduction. Featuring universal voltage matching spanning **120-277V**, it provides a 30% to 60% energy savings threshold over legacy magnetic F34T12 hardware. Outfitted with an integrated **Lamp Striation Control (LSC)** chip and a low-profile **Small Can (SC)** enclosure, this ballast maximizes commercial system efficacy while cutting long-term facility operational overhead.

Advanced System Efficiency and Eco-Conscious Performance

Sylvania Quicktronic® QHE ballast architectures incorporate optimized electronic components that drastically lower line amperage draw while sustaining reliable lamp lumen performance. Achieving over 100 LPW when paired with Octron® 800 XP® Supersaver® systems, this configuration provides exceptional structural brilliance inside high-density commercial frameworks. Engineered with integrated **Lamp Striation Control (LSC)** logic, this ballast prevents or eliminates the annoying visual swirling or pulsing patterns common in energy-saving T8 tubes under cold drafty settings. It stands as a premier solution for meeting stringent local energy codes and advancing sustainability-focused commercial refit projects.

• Extended System Longevity: Designed to withstand heavy-duty industrial running cycles, supporting a high maximum operating case temperature rating up to 158°F (70°C).
• Parallel Circuit Configuration: Engineered with parallel lamp wiring logic ensuring that if one lamp suffers structural failure or runtime burnout, the remaining companion lamp remains fully illuminated.
• Flexible Remote Integration: Built with high-frequency drive loops that support full-power remote mounting capacities up to 20 feet away from the main fixture assembly.
• NEMA Premium Certified Efficacy: Yields a 2 to 5 watt saving layout over conventional electronic ballasts, cutting grid consumption without sacrificing spatial visual acoustics.

Comprehensive Technical Specifications

• Brand: Sylvania
• Series / Product Family: QUICKTRONIC® High Efficiency (QHE Series)
• Model Layout: QHE 2x32T8/UNV ISL-SC
• Technology Type: High-Frequency Electronic Ballast
• Circuit Type: Parallel (Instant Start)
• Number of Lamps Supported: 1 or 2 Lamps
• Ballast Factor: 0.77 (Low Ballast Factor Configuration)
• Input Voltage Range: 120V to 277V (Multi-Voltage System)
• Input Frequency: 50/60Hz
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <10% Nominal
• Sound Rating Threshold: Class A (Quiet Operation)
• Maximum Overall Case Temperature: 70°C (158°F)
• Enclosure Profile: Small Can (SC Design)
• Physical Dimensions: 9.47”L x 1.69”W x 1.18”H
• Environmental Safety: No PCB (Polychlorinated Biphenyl) Components

Comprehensive Lamp Compatibility Array

• Standard 48-Inch T8 Lamps: Operates 1 or 2 standard F32T8 (32W) FO32/ECO linear tubes.
• Energy Saving 48-Inch T8 Lamps: Drives 1 or 2 energy-saving variants including FO32/25W (25W), FO32/28W (28W), and 2-Lamp FO30/SS (30W Advantage) configurations.
• U-Bent T8 Lamps: Supports 1 or 2 U-bend profiles including FBO16, FBO24, FBO31, FBO32, and energy-saving FBO29/SS or FBO30/SS options.
• Specialty Length T8 Lamps: Drives 1 or 2 short-profile FO17 (24-inch / 17W) and FO25 (36-inch / 25W) tubes, or a single long-profile FO40 (60-inch / 40W) T8 lamp.

Ballast Operation & System Integration Guidelines

• Installation Compliance: Must be mounted and integrated by certified electrical professionals in total conformance with local National Electrical Codes (NEC) and safety regulations.
• Socket & Wiring Layout: Requires standard shunted lampholders or jumpered socket configurations. Ensure wiring connections strictly follow the integrated technical graphic diagram on the ballast casing.
• Low-Temperature Thresholds: Supports outdoor line-start capabilities down to -20°F (-29°C) for standard tubes. When utilizing energy-saving Supersaver (SS) lamp configurations, the minimal operating starter ambient baseline shifts to 60°F (16°C).
• Regulatory Compliance: UL Listed (Class P, Type 1 Outdoor), CSA Certified, meets UL935 metrics for "Type CC" anti-arcing protection, and complies with FCC 47 CFR Part 18 Non-Consumer transient shield protocols.

Recommended Commercial Applications

• Corporate & Executive Office Spaces: Ideal for upgrading standard 2x4 and 2x2 ceiling troffers to high-efficiency low-wattage frameworks.
• Educational & Institutional Facilities: Provides ultra-quiet, non-flickering ambient illumination inside lecture halls, library grids, and school classrooms.
• Industrial Warehouses & Retail Frameworks: Well-suited for strip lighting channels, retail layouts, and commercial hallways focused on maximizing utility rebates.