HPS starter, how does it work?

[peter d]

I haven't studied these devices but I was reading about the old trigger start fluorescents that required a starter. I assume the theory of operation is the same. The ignitor has some thermal or bimetallic switch that turns the ballast on and off very rapidly to provide an inductive kick. Or maybe it doesn't work that way at all.

 

[iwire]

Re: HPS starter, how does it work?

Pete I am not sure what they do but at this point I think they are full electronic not bi metal.

The Advance web site will probably have your info.

 

[peter d]

Re: HPS starter, how does it work?

What, no link Bob?
Gee thanks.

 

[iwire]

Re: HPS starter, how does it work?

Originally posted by peter d:
What, no link Bob?
Gee thanks.

Actually Pete I have been searching my recent posts for the link to an advance HID troubleshooting download that has a ton of info.

 

[iwire]

Re: HPS starter, how does it work?

And here it is.

 

[peter d]

Re: HPS starter, how does it work?

Thanks Mr. Arrogant Hack DIY Electrician.

 

[iwire]

Re: HPS starter, how does it work?

 

[peter d]

Re: HPS starter, how does it work?

Great link Bob. It has all the info I could ever need about HID systems. And it answered my question too.