18W Compact Fluorescent Ballast (CFL)

Magnetic CFL ballast for 1 x 18W compact fluorescent lamp. Label markings indicate 230V~ 50Hz, ballast model/marking AFC18A, with typical values 0.22A and λ 0.47. Capacitor required: C = 2µF ±5% 250V~ (as shown on the ballast wiring diagram). For matching capacitors, see 250V lighting capacitors.

  • Product code (SKU): A18-0016
  • Model / marking: AFC18A
  • Supply: 230V~  50Hz
  • Lamp: 1 x 18W
  • Current / PF (λ): 0.22A  /  0.47
  • Capacitor: 2µF ±5%  250V~
  • Thermal marking: tw130/Δt65/125 (as printed)
Afcap 18W compact fluorescent ballast (CFL), model AFC18A, 230V~ 50Hz, capacitor C=2µF ±5% 250V~
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SKU: A18-0016  •  Marking: AFC18A  •  Capacitor: C = 2µF ±5% 250V~ (as per diagram on ballast)

18W CFL Ballast – Specifications

Specifications below are extracted from the provided product label markings. Confirm the lamp type and wiring requirements before installation.

Parameter Value Notes
Product code (SKU) A18-0016 Afcap code
Model / marking AFC18A As printed on ballast label
Supply 230V~ As printed on ballast label
Frequency 50Hz As printed on ballast label
Lamp 1 x 18W As printed (Lamp(W): 1x18)
Current 0.22A As printed (A)
Power factor (λ) 0.47 As printed (λ)
Capacitor (C) 2µF ±5%  250V~ Shown on ballast wiring diagram
Thermal marking tw130/Δt65/125 As printed on ballast label
Compliance marking CE As printed on ballast label

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