Philips Bodine B50CRM - Emergency Ballast - 90 Min. - Operates (1) or (2) T5, T8, T9, T10, T12 Fluoresent Lamps - Universal Voltage 120-277V

APPLICATION

The B50 emergency ballast works in conjunction with an AC ballast to convert new or existing fluorescent fixtures into emergency lighting. The emergency ballast handles a wide range of input voltages and frequencies and consists of a high-temperature nickel-cadmium battery, charger and electronic circuitry in one compact galvanized metal case. The B50 can be used with one or two T8,T9,T10,T12 fluorescent lamps. It operates one 22 - 55 W (2' - 4') T5 lamp, and also including standard, energy saving, HO, VHO, circline, U-shaped and rapid-start (4-pin) long compact fluorescent lamps. Also operates one 8.5 - 16.5W Philips LED T8 InstantFit lamp: 9290002840, 9290002841, 9290002842, 9290002862, 9290002880, 9290002881, 9290002882, 9290002883, 9290011183, 9290011184, 9290011185, 9290011186, 9290011179, 9290011180, 9290011181, 9290011182. One- or two-lamp operation may be selected (see Table 1). It is also compatible with most single- and multi-lamp electronic and dimming AC ballasts. If used in an emergency-only fixture, no AC ballast is necessary. The B50 is suitable for indoor and damp locations and for sealed & gasketed fixtures, including fixtures rated for wet locations. It is not suitable for air handling heated air outlets or wet or hazardous locations. For information about specific lamp and ballast compatibility, please call the factory. Recommended applications include: international line voltages from 120 through 277 VAC (50 or 60 Hz); drilling rigs where generators are the primary source of power; and other applications requiring higher tolerance of line voltage variation or harmonic distortion.

OPERATION

When AC power fails, the B50 immediately switches to the emergency mode, operating either one or two lamps at a reduced lumen output for a minimum of 90 minutes. When the AC power is restored, the emergency ballast automatically returns to the charging mode and, using a patented circuit, delays AC ballast operation for approximately three seconds to prevent false tripping of the AC ballast end-of-lamp-life shutdown circuits.

INSTALLATION

The B50 does not affect normal fixture operation and may be used with either a switched or unswitched fixture. If a switched fixture is used, an unswitched hot lead must be connected to the emergency ballast. The emergency ballast must be fed from the same branch circuit as the AC ballast. The B50 may be installed inside, on top of or remote from the fixture. The emergency ballast may be remotely installed up to half the distance the AC ballast manufacturer recommends remoting the AC ballast from the lamp or up to 50 feet, whichever is less. Installation is not recommended with fixtures where the ambient temperature may fall below 5°C.

EMERGENCY ILLUMINATION

Depending on the number (one or two), wattage and type of lamps selected, the B50 produces up to 1600 lumens initial emergency light output (see Table 2). If two-lamp operation is selected, light output is evenly divided between the lamps for better distribution of emergency illumination.

B50 / B50CRM / B50-CAN

CSA Certified Emergency Lighting Equipment

2014 Upgrade: Available in October
LowProfile AC and DC output for T5 and T8 Lamps compatibility

One- or two-lamp operation; Universal input voltage; 
End-of-lamp-life compatible 

Product Summary

• UL Listed for US and Canada
  Factory or Field Installation
  (Indoor and Damp)
• Illumination Time
  90 Minutes
• Initial Light Output
  Up to 1600 Lumens
• Full Warranty
  5 Years (NOT pro-rata)
• Voltage
  120 Through 277 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz
• AC Input Current
  60 mA
• AC Input Power Rating
  5.0 Watts
• Test Switch
  2W-ITS (2-wire Illuminated Test Switch)
• Battery
  High-Temperature, Maintenance-Free
  Nickel-Cadmium Battery
  7- to 10-Year Life Expectancy
• Battery Charging Current
  180 mA
• Recharge Time
  24 Hour
• Charging Indicator Light
  LED
• Temperature Rating (Ambient)
  0°C to +50°C (32°F to 122°F)
• Dimensions
  13.31” x 2.2” x 1.18”
  (338.1 mm x 55.88 mm x 29.97 mm)
  Mounting Center 12.8” (325 mm)
• Weight
  2.7 lbs. (1.26 kg)