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Why are my Fluorescent Lights Flickering?!

10/23/2014

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If you have overhead fluorescent lights that won't stop flickering, it could be the unpleasant result of old-meets-new technology.  Newer fluorescent bulbs (or lamps as techies prefer to call them) are designed to work with electronic ballasts.  If the fixture is using an older magnetic ballast, it could result in a constant flicker.  Ballasts control the electric current to the lamp, and are usually hidden inside the fixture. Upgrading to the newer electronic ballasts will not only eliminate that pesky flicker, but save you energy as well.  

Replacing the ballast requires some electrical wiring work, but should be a quick fix for any electricians or maintenance staff you have on hand.

Not sure if you have a magnetic or electronic ballast?  
Contact your local utility for a free energy audit, or ask Sundowner for a general sustainability assessment to get your facility tuned-up.  We check for ballast types during any standard audit and on-site rebate application service assessments. 
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