Helvar EL1X36SC – Economical 1 x 36W T8 & PLL 1-10V HF Dimmable Ballast

EL1X36SC Technical Data

Lamp Type: T8 & PLL
Wattage: 36W
No. of lamps: 2
EEI: A1
Dimensions: L 360mm x W 30mm x H 21mm
Connection: 8
Weight: 270g
Circuit power: 37W
Mains current: 0.17-0.16
Lamp power: 32

• Switch-Control / Analogue control 1)
• Only 21 mm high
• Standard & sidemount possibilities
• Dimming range 1-100 % 2)
• Microprocessor controlled
• User friendly, quick release connectors
• Low energy consumption
• Stabilised, flickerfree light output

EL1X36SC Characteristics

Max.temperature at tc point 80 °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, 1 h
EBLF (Emergency Ballast Lumen Factor) N/A
BLF (Ballast Lumen Factor), steady state ~1

Programmable light output for DC operation N/A
Power factor (at maximum), typical 0.98
Earth leakage current < 0.4 mA
Maximum working voltage (Uout) 400 V
Lifetime (90 % survival) 50 000 h, at 70 °C tc
Max length of ballast to lamp wiring 1.5 m/2 m (hot/cold)2)
Max length of DALI control wires N/A
Ignition time, typical <1.3 s
Type of starting Preheat (warm start)

If dimming capability isn’t required please consider our 22185214

T8 lamps are tubular fluorescent and LED light bulbs that are 1-inch in diameter, with the “T” standing for “tubular” and the “8” referring to the diameter in eighths of an inch.

They are energy-efficient, commonly used in commercial and residential settings, and available in various lengths and color temperatures. Modern LED T8s offer significant energy savings and longer lifespans compared to older fluorescent versions, with options for “plug-and-play” or more efficient ballast-bypass installations.

1-10V dimming is an analog lighting control system that uses a low-voltage DC signal, from 1 to 10 volts, to control the brightness of LED fixtures. At \(10\)V, the lights are at full brightness, and at \(1\)V, they are at their dimmest setting (about \(10\%\)).

The system has a linear relationship between voltage and light output, so \(5\)V results in approximately \(50\%\) brightness. It’s a simple and reliable method suitable for applications like commercial offices, schools, and residential settings.

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