Omega Black 600W Dimmable Digital Ballast | 250/400/600/660W for HPS & MH Grow Lamps
Omega Black 600W Dimmable Digital Ballast | 250/400/600/660W for HPS & MH Grow Lamps
Type: Digital dimmable ballast for HPS & Metal Halide lamps
A ballast is the control box that powers your grow lamp. This one has four switchable power settings, soft-start ignition and silent internal fans, so your lamp runs steadily and you can match the power to the growth stage.
The Omega Black 600W Dimmable Digital Ballast is a wall-mountable digital ballast for 600W High Pressure Sodium (HPS) and Metal Halide (MH) grow lamps. Switch between 250W, 400W and 600W, then use the 660W Super Lumen setting when you want extra output in late flowering.
Why growers choose it
- Four power settings: 250W, 400W, 600W and a 660W Super Lumen boost (a 10% lift over the rated 600W).
- Soft-start technology: eases the lamp on at switch-on, with no lamp flicker or noise. If several ballasts share a circuit, ignition control lights one lamp at a time to avoid surges that trip breakers.
- Efficient digital power: efficiency above 95% and a power factor above 0.99. Omega states it is around 30% more efficient than a magnetic ballast.
- Silent internal fans: keep the ballast cool without the buzz.
- Safety built in: full circuit protection, a double fuse system and a built-in spare fuse.
- Consistent output: it adjusts its output frequency automatically to hold the lamp at a steady level.
- Wide voltage tolerance: runs from 190V to 265V AC at 50 or 60Hz.
- Tough aluminium alloy case, wall mountable, CE certified.
- 2-year manufacturer guarantee.
Which setting, when?
| Setting | Typical use |
|---|---|
| 250W | Gentle output for seedlings, cuttings and early growth |
| 400W | Mid-power for vegetative growth, or to cut running costs |
| 600W | Full rated power for the main growth and flowering period |
| 660W Super Lumen | Extra boost, which Omega recommends for the later stages of flowering |
Compatible lamps
Designed for 600W HPS and MH lamps, including dual spectrum lamps. You will also need a suitable lamp holder or reflector with the correct lamp lead; these are not included. It is not for use with LED or fluorescent lighting.
What's in the box
- 1 x Omega Black 600W Dimmable Digital Ballast
- Supplied with a mains lead and flying IEC lead
Lamp, reflector and lamp lead are sold separately.
Specifications
- Technology: digital, dimmable
- Rated power: 600W (dimming: 250W / 400W / 600W / 660W)
- Lamp type: 600W HPS / MH
- Rated input voltage: 220-240V AC
- Input voltage range: 190-265V AC
- Input frequency: 50-60Hz
- Max input running current: 3.0A
- Ignition voltage: 3.5-5kV (striking distance 15m)
- Required lamp voltage: 100-120V
- Power factor: above 0.99
- Efficiency: above 95%
- THD: below 10%
- Current crest factor: below 1.7
- Output frequency: above 50kHz
- Operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C
- Protection: full circuit protection, double fuse with built-in spare
- Case: aluminium alloy
- Cooling: silent internal fans
- Certification: CE
- Guarantee: 2 years (manufacturer)
FAQ
Does it come with a lamp?
No. This is the ballast only. You will need a 600W HPS or MH lamp and a reflector or lamp holder.
Will it work with UK mains?
Yes. It is rated for 220-240V AC at 50Hz and works across 190-265V AC.
Who should fit it?
This is mains-powered equipment. If you are not confident with electrical connections, ask a qualified electrician to help.
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