Title :
A boost-type converter for DC-supply of fluorescent lamps
Author :
Simões, Abel S. ; Silva, Manuel M. ; Anunciada, A. Vitor
Author_Institution :
CEAUTL, Inst. Superior Tecnico, Lisbon, Portugal
fDate :
4/1/1994 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A boost type converter is described that is suitable for low-voltage DC-supply of fluorescent lamps. It has inherent lamp current limitation (ballast action) and provides the high voltage pulses and electrode heating that are required for igniting the lamp. The proposed circuit is applicable in automotive, emergency, and portable light sources.
Keywords :
fluorescent lamps; lamp accessories; light sources; power convertors; power supplies to apparatus; DC-supply; automotive light source; ballast action; boost-type converter; electrode heating; emergency light source; fluorescent lamps; high voltage pulses; lamp current limitation; lamp ignition; low-voltage; portable light source; Automotive applications; Automotive engineering; Electrodes; Electronic ballasts; Fluorescent lamps; Heating; Ignition; Light sources; Lighting control; Performance analysis; RLC circuits; Voltage; Voltage control;
Journal_Title :
Industrial Electronics, IEEE Transactions on
