Title :
A new procedure for high-frequency electronic ballast design
Author :
Ribarich, Thomas J. ; Ribarich, John J.
Author_Institution :
Power Integrated Circuits Group, Int. Rectifier Corp., El Segundo, CA, USA
Abstract :
A new and simple procedure has been developed which allows for rapid design and component selection for the output stage of high-frequency electronic ballasts. The procedure predicts pre-heat, ignition, and running conditions based on the fluorescent lamp manufacturer´s specifications. This approach has been used to design commercial high-frequency electronic ballasts
Keywords :
electric ignition; fluorescent lamps; harmonic distortion; lamp accessories; power conversion harmonics; resonant power convertors; commercial HF electronic ballasts; component selection; fluorescent lamps; high-frequency electronic ballast design procedure; ignition conditions prediction; output stage; pre-heat conditions prediction; running conditions prediction; Capacitors; Circuits; Electromagnetic interference; Electronic ballasts; Fluorescent lamps; Frequency; Ignition; Switches; Transfer functions; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
