Helvar EL1/2×26-42iDim-c -DALI Certified

EL1/2×26-42iDim-c Electrical Data

Max.temperature at tc point  75 °C
Ambient temperature range +10…+50 °C
Storage temperature range  -40…+80 °C
Maximum relative humidity no condensation
Number of starts per lamp > 50 000
AC Range 198-264 VAC
DC range (starting voltage >198VDC)  176-280 VDC
Over voltage duration  320 VAC, 1h
EBLF (Emergency Ballast Lumen Factor)  > 0.5

BLF (Ballast Lumen Factor), steady state ~1
Programmable light output for DC operation yes
Power factor (at maximum), typical  0.96
Earth leakage current < 0.4 mA
Maximum working voltage (Uout) 400 V
Lifetime (90 % survival) 50 000 h, at tc
Max length of ballast to lamp wiring  1 m / 1 m (hot / cold) 4)
Max length of DALI control wires 300 m
Ignition time, typical 1.0 s
Type of starting Preheat (warm start)

EL1/2×26-42iDim-c Wiring

DALI compact fluorescent (CFL) ballasts are intelligent, dimmable electronic control gears that use the Digital Addressable Lighting Interface protocol for precise, networked lighting control in commercial environments. They support features like soft start, automatic restart after lamp replacement, and energy-saving, high-frequency operation, with common models from Osram and Philips. These ballasts are ideal for, sensor-controlled lighting in offices and, public buildings.

Key Features and Benefits

Intelligent Control: Allows for individual addressing, dimming (often 1-100%), and scene setting.

Energy Efficiency: High-frequency operation reduces power consumption, with some models offering very low standby power.

Compatibility: Designed for various CFL types, including T/E, PL-R, and , T5 lamps.

Safety & Protection: Features include, overheating protection, short-circuit protection, and, {Link: over-voltage protection.

Long Lifespan: Some models offer up to 100,000 hours of service life.

Touch DIM Function: Enables manual dimming via standard switches, without a, dedicated DALI controller.

Typical Applications

• Open-plan offices and, conference rooms.
• Public buildings and, corridors.
• Emergency lighting installations.
• Architectural lighting.

Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) are energy-efficient, twisted, or tube-shaped bulbs designed to replace incandescent bulbs, using significantly less wattage to produce comparable lumens. They operate via gas discharge containing mercury vapor and are available in various pin-based or screw-in designs, offering long lifespans.

At Helvar Components we create intelligent and energy-saving lighting components. We are a strong independent company with sustainability values built into our core. Our commitment to the industry has made us a leading provider of LED lighting components.

Our origin is in Finland, where today we have not just our headquarters, but our unique competence centre in Karkkila. Located just outside of the Helsinki Capital area, this centre includes decades worth of lighting experience, product developments, manufacturing, and global distribution warehouse. Worldwide, we serve our customers locally with our international sales offices and global network of partners.