Lutron Ballasts Products >> Hi-lume 1%

Experience the benefits of true full-range 100% to 1% fluorescent dimming. Designed to meet the most demanding lighting requirements, Hi-lume ballasts enable you to provide the ideal visual environment for any application.

The extensive Hi-lume family features the world's only 100% to 1% dimming ballasts for T4 compact fluorescent lamps. Integrating Hi-lume 1% technology into your designs affords you full control over the lighting in any space.

For maximum flexibility, Lutron offers a full line of Hi-lume ballasts and compatible 3-wire controls. Lutron ballasts are tested for performance with Philips®, Sylvania®, and GE® lamps.

Hi-lume 1% Electronic Fluorescent Dimming Ballasts deliver true architectural dimming performance from 100% to 1% measured light (10% perceived). They meet the most critical applications, and are ideal for executive, computer intensive, patient care, and presentation spaces.

Continuous, flicker-free dimming from 100% to 1%
Models available for T4 triple-tube CFL, T5-HO, and T8 lamps
3-wire line voltage control for consistent fixture-to-fixture dimming
Lamps turn on at any dimmed level without flashing to full brightness
Low harmonic distortion
Miswire protection
Slim-profile and standard designs available
100% performance tested
Ultra-quiet operation
5-year warranty (limited) with field service commissioning (3-year warranty standard)

Architectural dimming from 100% to 1% relative light output
No visible flicker
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) less than 10%
Power factor greater than .95
Inaudible in 27 dBA ambient environment
Inrush current limiting circuitry built-in (maximum of 7 amps for 120V and 3 amps at 277v)
Internal fusing
Minimum lamp starting temperature 10°C (50°F)
Maximum ballast case temperature 75°C (167°F)
Click here to download 120 & 277 volt Hi-lume specifications (PDF)
Click here to download 220 / 240 volt Hi-lume specifications (PDF)