Electronic lamp starters | ignitors | initiators
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Electronic starters (also called ignitors) are essential components that ensure the proper ignition and stable operation of various types of lamps – metal halide, high-pressure sodium, or other gas-discharge luminaires. They act as an intermediate part of the circuit between the power supply and the lamp, providing the necessary voltage at ignition and ensuring that the lamp starts without flickering or long warm-up times.
This product group is relevant not only for household lighting users but also for professionals: engineers, electricians, industrial companies, and anyone responsible for reliable lighting of premises, streets, or industrial facilities.
Functions
Ignition voltage supply – starts the lamp when high-voltage ignition is needed.
Stable operation – ensures the lamp runs evenly without flickering.
Protection – safeguards the lamp and ballast from damage in case of faulty ignition.
Longer service life – a quality starter extends the lamp’s lifespan.
Versatility – suitable for different types of lamps: metal halide, sodium, and others.
Applications
For home users: ignition of luminaires in homes, garages, or workshops for reliable flicker-free lighting.
For engineers: design of lighting systems in offices, industry, and commercial spaces, ensuring efficiency and durability.
For electricians: installation or repair of industrial, street, or sports facility lighting where a professional ignition system is required.
For municipalities and companies: ensuring reliable lighting in streets, warehouses, hangars, or production halls.
Pros
Reliable and quick lamp ignition.
Reduces flickering.
Extends lamp and ballast lifetime.
Suitable for both residential and industrial use.
Compact design, easy installation.
Cons
Different starters are only suitable for specific lamp types – correct model selection is necessary.
Modern LED luminaires do not require starters, so they remain relevant only in traditional lighting technologies.
Electronic starters and ignitors are indispensable components in traditional lighting systems where reliable and stable ignition of metal halide or sodium lamps is required. Although LED technology is gradually reducing their use, these devices remain highly relevant both in households and industry, ensuring long-lasting, stable, and safe lighting performance.
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Electronic starter | ignitor | for sodium and metal halide lamps | 35–400W | 220–240V | ZRM 4.5-ES/C TridonicCode: 8750082Price 2939 € VAT incl.(24 29 € VAT excl.)
Electronic metal halide lamp starter | ignitor | 250/400/1000W | 220/230/240V | NP 602 BAG ElectronicsCode: 06061CPrice 3087 € VAT incl.(25 51 € VAT excl.)
Price 3928 € VAT incl.(32 46 € VAT excl.)
