The Philips Advance ICN-2TTP40-SC is an electronic fluorescent ballast from the Centium series, designed to operate one or two 40-watt compact fluorescent lamps (CFL). It features IntelliVolt technology, allowing it to run on any input voltage from 120V to 277V.
Key Technical Specifications
Lamp Compatibility: Supports (1) or (2) FT40W/2G11, PL-L40W, or similar 4-pin long twin-tube lamps.
Start Method: Instant Start, which provides near-immediate ignition within 0.1 seconds.
Wiring: Parallel wiring ensures that if one lamp fails, the other remains lit.
Electrical Ratings:
Input Voltage: 120–277V AC at 50/60 Hz.
Power Factor: > 0.98.
Ballast Factor: 0.88.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 10%.
Physical Dimensions: Approximately 9.5" L x 1.7" W x 1.18" H with a small "SC" (Small Can) housing.
Applications and Features
Best Use Cases: Ideal for office buildings, retail environments, and warehouse maintenance where lights stay on for long periods.
Cold Starting: Can start lamps at temperatures as low as 0°F (-18°C).
Safety & Compliance: UL listed, CSA certified, and RoHS compliant.
Auto-Restart: Features circuitry to automatically restart lamps after replacement without needing to reset the main power.