ANSI C82.3

Description / Abstract: This standard describes the essential design features and operating characteristics of reference ballasts for fluorescent lamps. The items specified are those that have been found necessary to ensure accurate and reproducible results when either lamps or ballasts are being tested. It includes requirements for both line frequency and high-frequency circuits. The specific values of rated input voltage and impedance for each size of lamp are listed in the applicable ANSI C78 lamp standard.