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Capacitors for HID Ballasts

HID (High Intensity Discharge) lighting capacitors are devices that store electrical energy and release it quickly to the lamp to start and operate HID lamps, such as Metal Halide (MH) and High Pressure Sodium (HPS). They are used in conjunction with HID lighting ignitors to initiate the arc discharge in the lamp. The capacitor stores electrical energy while the lamp is turned off and releases it quickly as soon as the lamp is turned on, in order to create a high voltage discharge that helps to start the lamp. Once the lamp has been started, the capacitor will continue to store energy and release it as needed to maintain the arc discharge that powers the lamp. The capacitors are typically located in the ballast compartment of the light fixture, and they are connected to the lamp holder and to the ignitor. HID light capacitors are important for maintaining the stable operation of HID lamps and ensuring that they start and run properly. They are often used in outdoor and industrial lighting applications, such as streetlights, parking lots, and warehouses.
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Metal Halide Capacitor
Metal halide capacitor for replacement needs.
Price: Starting at $29.02
Metal Halide Capacitor
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