Helvar EL2X36NGN – Economical 2 x 36W T8 HF Ballast

EL2X36NGN Technical Data

Lamp Type: T8
Wattage: 36w T8
No. of lamps: 2
EEI: A2 BAT
Dimensions: L 280mm x W 30mm x H 28mm
Connection: 8
Weight: 205g
Circuit power: 15.5 – 38W
Mains current: 71
Lamp power: 32W

• Energy saving
• Warm Start according to lamp standards
• Flickerless light
• Covers EMC requirements
• Low harmonics
• Low power losses
• Stabilized output

EL2X36NGN Characteristics

Max. temperature at tc point  75 °C
Ambient temperature range  -20…+50 °C
Storage temperature range -40…+80 °C
Maximum relative humidity no condensation
Number of starts per lamp > 60 000
AC Range 198-264 VAC
DC range (starting voltage >190VDC) 176-280 VDC
Over voltage duration 320 VAC, 1 h
Power factor (at maximum), typical 0.98
Earth leakage current < 0.4 mA
Maximum working voltage (Uout) 350 V
Lifetime (90 % survival) 60 000 h,8) at tc >100 000h, at Ta 50°C
Max length of ballast to lamp wiring 1.5 m
Ignition time, typical ~1.0 s

If DALI capability is required, please consider our EL2x36iDim

If 1-10V dimming is required, please consider our EL2X36SC

T8 lamps are 26mm (1-inch) diameter tubular lights widely used for bright, efficient, and cost-effective lighting in offices, garages, and commercial spaces. They commonly use G13 pins, typically range from 2ft to 6ft in length, and are rapidly being replaced by LED alternatives due to lower energy consumption.

Key details about T8 lamps include:

Size and Structure: The “T” stands for tubular and “8” indicates a diameter of 8/8 of an inch (1 inch or 25-26mm).

Common Lengths & Wattage:

• 2ft: 18W
• 3ft: 30W
• 4ft: 36W
• 5ft: 58W
• 6ft: 70W

Types (Fluorescent vs. LED): Traditional fluorescent T8s are efficient, but LED T8 tubes offer 25,000+ hour lifespans, greater energy savings, and no mercury.

Installation: T8 tubes generally use a G13 2-pin cap. LED replacements come in Type A (ballast compatible), Type B (direct wire/ballast bypass), and Hybrid (Type A+B) formats.
Performance: They offer good colour rendering and are ideal for high-lumen, consistent, and long-term lighting applications.

Why Choose LED T8 Tubes?

Energy Efficiency: They consume less power while producing high lumen output.

Durability: They last up to 40,000 hours or more.

Sustainability: LED options contain no mercury or phosphorus.

Maintenance: Long-lasting, reducing the need for frequent replacements.

Many fluorescent T8 products are being phased out in favor of these more efficient LED alternatives.

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.