codes and standards
emergency illumination
• UL Listed in accordance with the standards set
forth in UL924
• UL Listed for factory installation or field retrofit.
• NFPA 70 (National Electric Code)
• NFPA101 (Life Safety Code)
• UL Listed for damp locations
• The DEB-6LP produces 600 to 1325 lumens
at 25°C initial emergency light output. During
emergency illumination, one lamp is illuminated,
even if installed with a multi-lamp AC ballast.
rev. 3,
Emergency Ballast
DEB-6LP
suggested specifications
• Emergency lighting shall be provided by using a
standard fluorescent luminaire equipped with a
DEB-6LP emergency ballast. This emergency ballast
application
shall consist of a high temperature, maintenance
• The DEB-6LP low profile fluorescent emergency
free nickel cadmium battery, charger and electronic
ballast works in conjunction with a low-profile or
circuitry contained in one 21.5"x1.18"x1.18"
standard size AC ballast to convert new or existing
galvanized steel case. A solid-state charging
standard or high-output T5 and T8 fluorescent
indicator light to monitor the charger and battery,
fixtures into unobtrusive emergency lighting. The
a single-pole test switch, and installation hardware
emergency ballast consists of a high temperature
shall be provided. The emergency ballast shall be
nickel-cadmium battery, charger and electronic,
capable of operating one 14-54W (2’-4’) standard
standard, energy saving and dimming AC ballasts. If
or high-output T5; 17-55W (2’-5’) standard or
used in an emergency-only fixture, no AC ballast
high-output T8; or 36-55W (4-pin) long compact
is necessary.
fluorescent lamp in the emergency mode for
operation
a minimum of 90 minutes. The DEB-6LP shall
produce 600 to 1325 lumens initial emergency
• When AC power fails, the DEB-6LP immediately
light output, have 3 Watts of input power, and an
switches to the emergency mode, keeping one lamp
21 Watt-hour battery capacity, and comply with
illuminated at high lumen output for a minimum of
emergency standards set forth by the current
90 minutes. When AC power is restored, the DEBNEC. The emergency ballast shall be UL Listed
6LP automatically returns to the charging mode.
for installation inside or on top of the luminaire,
battery
warranted for five full years from date of purchase.
• Since high temperatures exist in fluorescent
electrical
luminaires, the DEB-6LP uses a specially
• Dual input voltage 120/277
constructed, high temperature nickel cadmium
battery. This battery requires no maintenance,
• Electrical rating – 3.0 Watts
and has a life expectancy of 7 to 10 years. The
• AC input current – 180 mA
suggested operating temperature range is 32°F
• Recharge time – 24 hours
(0°C) to 122°F (50°C).
• Test switch provided – LED
restrictions
• Charging indicator light provided
• Suitable for indoor and damp locations and for
sealed and gasketed fixtures including installation
• Ballast case dimensions – 21.5"x1.18"x1.18"
inside of fixtures rated for wet locations. It is not
• Battery charging current - 165mA
suitable for installation in wet locations, hazardous
locations or for air handling air outlet applications. • Weight – 3.3 lbs.
installation
warranty
• This emergency ballast does not affect normal
luminaire operation and may be used with either
a switched or unswitched luminaire. If a switched
luminaire is used, an unswitched hot lead must
be connected to the emergency ballast. The
emergency ballast must be fed from the same
branch circuit as the AC ballast. The DEB-6LP
may be installed inside or on top of luminaire.
Installation is not recommended with luminaires
where the ambient temperature may fall below
32°F (0°C) for extended periods.
• Five year warranty on unit from date of purchase.
Ordering Information
For retrofit field installation. Order catalog number DEB-6LP.
For factory installed DEB-6LP use a suffix number -E6LP with luminaire catalog number.
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
CB-32300 03/13 CB-32300
Low Profile Fluorescent,
600-1325 Lumens
One T5, T5HO, or T8 Lamp,
Damp Location
Specifier’s Reference
Project
Type
Model No.
Comments
CB-32300
DEB-6LP Low Profile Fluorescent, 600-1325 Lumens
rev. 3,
dimensions
Deb-6LP
Charging
Indicator Light
1.18"
(30mm)
Test Switch
DEB-6LP
1.18"
(30mm)
FLUORESCENT EMERGENCY BALLAST
21.5"
(546.1mm)
Ballast
Channel
Cover
Table 2 - Initial Lumen Output
Table 1 - Lamp Compatibility
Lamp
Base
Wattage
(Length)
No. of Lamps
(Emergency)
T5/HO
Minature Bipin
24-54W (2'-4')
1
T5
Minature Bipin
14-28W (2'-4')
1
Long Compact
4-PIN (2G11)
36-55W
1
T8
Bipin
32W (4')
1
40W (5')
1
44W (4')
1
T8/HO
Bipin
Lumens
Lamp
1 Lamp
FP54, F54T5/HO
1250
FP39, F39T5/HO
1125
FP24 F24T5/HO
725
FP28 F28T5
1250
FP21 F21T5
1025
FP14 F14T5
750
FP17T8
650
FP25T8
750
F32T8, (4')
1100
F40T8, (5')
1325
F40T8/HO (4', 44W)
1275
PL-L 50W, F50BX/RS, FT55DL
1050
PL-L 40W, F40/30BX, FT40DL/RS
925
PL-L 36W, F39/36BX, FT36DL
900
wiring diagrams
WALL SWITCH
HOT
WALL SWITCH
WHT/RED
B
L
K
TEST
SWITCH
B
L
K
INVERTER
CONNECTOR
CHARGING
INDICATOR
LIGHT
(CAP UNUSED LEAD)
RED
WHITE
VIOLET
BROWN
BLACK 120V
OR
ORANGE 277V
WHITE
COMMON
E
MB
EA
RL
GL
EA
NS
CT
Y
HOT
RED
YELLOW
WHT/RED
B
L
K
LAMP
YEL/BLK
TEST
SWITCH
BLU/WHT
BLUE
BLUE
BLUE
WHT/BLK
BLK
WHITE
VIOLET
CHARGING
INDICATOR
LIGHT
B
L
K
RED
1 LAMP
RAPID
START
BALLAST
RED
INVERTER
CONNECTOR
BROWN
(CAP UNUSED LEAD)
RED
BLACK 120V
OR
ORANGE 277V
WHITE
COMMON
E
MB
EA
RL
GL
EA
NS
CT
Y
RED
YELLOW
BLUE
BLK
WALL SWITCH
WHT/RED
TEST
SWITCH
B
L
K
CHARGING
INDICATOR
LIGHT
(CAP UNUSED LEAD)
COMMON
RED
Two (2) Lamp Instant Start Ballast
WALL SWITCH
INVERTER
CONNECTOR
1 LAMP
INSTANT
START
BALLAST
WHT
Two (2) Lamp Rapid Start Ballast
B
L
K
BLUE
WHT/BLK
WHT
HOT
LAMP
YEL/BLK
BLU/WHT
RED
WHITE
VIOLET
BROWN
BLACK 120V
OR
ORANGE 277V
WHITE
E
MB
EA
RL
GL
EA
NS
CT
Y
HOT
RED
YELLOW
WHT/RED
B
L
K
LAMP 1 (EMERGENCY)
YEL/BLK
TEST
SWITCH
BLU/WHT
BLUE
BLUE
BLUE
WHT/BLK
BLK
RED
2 LAMP
RAPID
START
BALLAST
RED
YELLOW
B
L
K
LAMP 2
INVERTER
CONNECTOR
VIOLET
CHARGING
INDICATOR
LIGHT
BROWN
(CAP UNUSED LEAD)
COMMON
YELLOW
RED
WHITE
BLACK 120V
OR
ORANGE 277V
WHITE
E
MB
EA
RL
GL
EA
NS
CT
Y
RED
YELLOW
LAMP 1 (EMERGENCY)
YEL/BLK
BLU/WHT
BLUE
BLUE
WHT/BLK
BLK
BLUE
2 LAMP
INSTART
START
BALLAST
LAMP 2
RED
WHT
WHT
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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