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What is rapid start ballast?

April 26, 2017ballast rapid

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What is rapid start ballast?

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This is a type of fluorescent ballast that applies a low filament voltage to preheat the cathodes. Simultaneously, a starting voltage (lower than that used in instant start ballasts) is also applied to strike the arc. When the cathodes are hot enough the lamp will strike.