ADVANCE

About ADVANCE

ADVANCE is a lighting component brand with a long history in the development of magnetic and electronic ballasts, ignitors, capacitors, and LED drivers. The product line is used in commercial, industrial, and institutional lighting systems, and includes both legacy magnetic technologies and modern electronic alternatives. 3G Electric supplies the ADVANCE line globally, with 133 SKUs currently available. The range covers electronic fluorescent ballasts, HID ballasts, dry-film capacitors, ignitors, and constant-voltage LED drivers. These components are specified by plant engineers, maintenance managers, and procurement specialists who need to maintain or upgrade lighting systems in factories, warehouses, offices, and outdoor areas.

ADVANCE ballasts are available in rapid start, instant start, and programmed start configurations. Input voltage options include 120V, 277V, and universal ranges such as 120–277V AC. Lamp compatibility spans linear fluorescent types (F30T12, F40T12U, F48T12), compact fluorescent, and HID sources including metal halide and high-pressure sodium. Electronic HID ballasts, such as the IMH-70-D-LF, operate metal halide lamps up to 70W and support ANSI codes C139, C98, M1, M139, and M98 with pulse start technology. Dry-film HID capacitors are available in ratings such as 15 µF at 400V AC and 17.5 µF at 300V AC, used for power factor correction and voltage stabilization in HID circuits. Ignitors, like the LI501-H4, provide the high-voltage pulse required for 400W HPS lamp ignition, with a maximum distance to bulb of 2 ft.

LED drivers in the ADVANCE line include constant-voltage models such as the 24V DC output driver with adjustable current from 0.80 to 3.30 A and maximum power of 80W, operating on 120V AC input. These drivers are Class 2 rated and suit a range of LED lighting fixtures. Many ADVANCE ballasts carry certifications including UL, CSA, CEC listing, DOE, and RoHS compliance. The product mix supports both new installations and retrofit projects where existing fluorescent or HID systems are being maintained or upgraded to electronic operation.

3G Electric supports the ADVANCE line by stocking a broad selection of ballasts, capacitors, ignitors, and drivers, and by providing technical specifications, cross-reference assistance, and global shipping. The catalog includes detailed part numbers, electrical ratings, and physical dimensions to help buyers match components to existing fixtures. For maintenance teams, having access to exact replacement parts reduces downtime and ensures compatibility with installed lighting systems. For procurement specialists, the availability of multiple voltage and lamp configurations simplifies sourcing across different facility requirements. 3G Electric does not manufacture these products; it distributes genuine ADVANCE components and provides application support to help customers select the correct part for their lighting circuits.

Common Applications

• Commercial office lighting — ADVANCE ICN-2S40-N rapid start electronic ballast for two F30T12 fluorescent lamps in troffers and strip fixtures.
• Industrial high-bay lighting — ADVANCE IMH-70-D-LF electronic HID ballast for 70W metal halide lamps with pulse start and ANSI code compatibility.
• Outdoor area lighting — ADVANCE LI501-H4 ignitor for 400W high-pressure sodium lamps, providing high-voltage pulse for reliable ignition.
• Retail and warehouse lighting — ADVANCE RELB-2S40-N rapid start ballast for two F40T12U lamps on 120V AC circuits.
• HID fixture maintenance — ADVANCE dry-film capacitors (15 µF/400V AC or 17.5 µF/300V AC) for power factor correction in metal halide and HPS systems.
• LED retrofit projects — ADVANCE constant-voltage 24V DC LED driver with adjustable current up to 3.30 A for powering LED modules in commercial fixtures.