TCP Emergency Ballast – 20B100

Key Specification

• Weight: 1.75 lbs
• Voltage: 120-277V
• Wattage: 1.8W
• Dimmable: Non Dimmable

The TCP 20B100 Emergency Ballast provides dependable backup lighting during power outages by automatically operating a lamp in emergency mode. Designed for commercial lighting systems, it ensures safety and visibility when normal power fails. With a built-in rechargeable battery and automatic switching capability, it delivers reliable emergency illumination for up to 90 minutes. This ballast integrates easily with existing fluorescent fixtures for efficient emergency lighting solutions.

Ideal Applications

• Office and commercial buildings
• Hospitals and healthcare facilities
• Schools and educational institutions
• Retail stores and shopping centers
• Emergency exit and egress lighting paths

What’s Included / Features

The TCP 20B100 emergency ballast is designed to convert standard fluorescent lighting fixtures into reliable emergency lighting units. When normal AC power fails, the ballast automatically switches to emergency mode and operates one lamp at a reduced output, providing illumination for a minimum of 90 minutes. This functionality helps maintain safety and visibility in buildings during unexpected power outages. 

Equipped with a high-temperature, maintenance-free nickel-cadmium battery, the ballast ensures dependable long-term operation with a typical battery life expectancy of 7 to 10 years. It supports a wide range of fluorescent lamps and works with most single- or multi-lamp electronic ballasts, making it suitable for both new installations and retrofit lighting systems. The unit also includes an LED charging indicator and test switch for easy monitoring and maintenance.

Key Features

• Provides up to 90 minutes of emergency illumination
• Maximum initial emergency output up to 500 lumens
• Dual voltage input: 120–277V AC
• Compatible with various fluorescent lamps and electronic ballasts
• Maintenance-free nickel-cadmium battery with long life
• Automatic emergency mode activation during power failure
• Includes LED charging indicator and test switch for monitoring

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