TCP Emergency Ballast – 20B60

Key Specification

• Weight: 2.05 lbs
• Voltage: 120-277V
• Lumens: 700
• Wattages: 3.5 

The TCP 20B60 Emergency Ballast provides dependable backup lighting for fluorescent fixtures during power outages. It automatically switches to emergency mode when normal power fails, ensuring continuous illumination for safety and building compliance. Designed for commercial and institutional lighting systems, it delivers up to 700 lumens of emergency light output. With dual-voltage operation and a durable rechargeable battery, it integrates easily into new or existing lighting installations.

Ideal Applications

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

What’s Included / Features

The TCP 20B60 emergency ballast is designed to convert standard fluorescent lighting fixtures into reliable emergency lighting systems. When AC power fails, the ballast immediately switches to emergency mode and operates one or two lamps to provide illumination for a minimum of 90 minutes. This ensures sufficient lighting for safe evacuation and visibility during unexpected power interruptions. 

Equipped with a high-temperature, maintenance-free nickel-cadmium battery, the unit offers dependable performance with an expected battery life of 7 to 10 years. The ballast supports multiple fluorescent lamp types and works with most one- to four-lamp electronic AC ballasts. It also includes an LED charging indicator and test switch for quick system checks and maintenance.

Key Features

• Provides up to 700 lumens of emergency light output
• Minimum 90 minutes of emergency illumination
• Dual voltage input: 120/277V AC
• Compatible with T8, T12, and 4-pin compact fluorescent lamps
• Maintenance-free nickel-cadmium battery with long life
• LED charging indicator and test switch included
• 24-hour recharge time after full discharge
• UL listed and suitable for damp locations

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