PHILIPS ADVANCE Centium ICN-4P32-SC 120-277V | (3-4) Lamp F32T8 Electronic Ballast | Instant Start

Philips Advance Centium ICN4P32SC is a high-performance electronic ballast engineered to operate three or four T8 fluorescent lamps. Featuring IntelliVolt technology for 120-277V operation and a "Small Can" (SC) low-profile housing, this ballast is the industry standard for commercial troffers, strip lighting, and wrap-around fixtures.

Product Overview

The Philips Advance Centium series provides maximum versatility and energy savings for T8 lighting systems. The ICN4P32SC features instant-start operation for maximum energy efficiency and is equipped with lamp striation reduction technology, which is essential for maintaining stable light output when using energy-saving 25W, 28W, or 30W T8 lamps. Its Type 1 Outdoor rating makes it suitable for use in protected outdoor fixtures, such as parking garage luminaires and cold-storage environments.

• IntelliVolt Technology: Operates on any input voltage from 120V to 277V (50/60Hz), simplifying maintenance and inventory management.
• Flexible Lamp Operation: Designed to power either 3 or 4 lamps, providing a single-source solution for various fixture configurations.
• Premium Efficiency: Meets NEMA Premium standards, ensuring low power consumption and eligibility for many utility rebate programs.
• Reliable Performance: Features a Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of less than 10% and a high power factor for clean, efficient electrical operation.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Philips Advance
• Model: ICN-4P32-SC (ICN4P32SC)
• Ballast Type: Electronic
• Starting Method: Instant Start
• Input Voltage: 120-277V
• # Input Frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Ballast Factor: Normal (0.88)
• Max Case Temp (T-Case): 70°C
• Housing Style: SC (Small Can / Low Profile)
• Dimensions: 9.50" (L) x 1.70" (W) x 1.18" (H)
• Compliance: RoHS, FCC Part 18, NEMA Premium, UL Listed

Compatible Lamps

This ballast is engineered to operate (3) or (4) lamps from the following T8 fluorescent families:

• F32T8: Standard (32W) and Energy Saving (30W, 28W, 25W) models
• F25T8 & F17T8: 3-foot and 2-foot fluorescent lamps
• U-Bend: FBO31T8 and FBO32T8/ALTO lamps
• F40T8: Operates (3) 60-inch lamps only

Before You Order

• Check Your Lamp Count: This ballast is optimized for 3-lamp or 4-lamp fixtures. For 1-lamp or 2-lamp requirements, please use the ICN1P32N or ICN2P32N.
• Parallel Wiring: If one lamp fails, the remaining lamps will stay lit, making maintenance easier to manage.
• Instant Start Wiring: Requires shunted lampholders (sockets). If retrofitting from a rapid-start ballast, ensure your sockets are correctly configured.
• Outdoor Rating: Rated as Type 1 Outdoor, meaning it is suitable for use in fixtures where it is protected from direct weather exposure.

Additional Information

The ICN4P32SC is one of the most widely used T8 ballasts in the industry due to its compact "Small Can" design and broad lamp compatibility. For facilities transitioning to LED, this ballast is highly compatible with "Type A" (Plug-and-Play) T8 LED tubes. Its ability to reduce lamp striations ensures that even as you move toward energy-saving fluorescent or LED options, your light quality remains consistent and flicker-free.