{"product_id":"220-240v-metal-electronic-ballast-for-sox-135w-low-pressure-sodium-lps-lamps","title":"220-240V  Metal Electronic Ballast for SOX 135\/180W Low Pressure Sodium (LPS) Lamps","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Glow Object Electronic Ballast is an all-in-one driver designed for 135\/180W Low Pressure Sodium (LPS) lamps with a B22\/BY22d bayonet base. No external transformer or ignitor required — connect directly to your SOX lamp and power source for immediate operation. Designed for 220–240V electrical systems, ideal for European and international installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStreet \u0026amp; Outdoor Lighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowers monochromatic amber sodium lamps for low-glare outdoor environments including roads, street lighting infrastructure, parking areas, pathways, bridges, tunnel lighting, coastal facilities, seaport installations, HOA community lighting, and hotel pathway applications. The narrow blue-free spectrum delivers uniform illumination where visual comfort and reduced glare are preferred over high-intensity point source lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDarkroom \u0026amp; Specialty Photography\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for film developing darkrooms, safelight applications, photography studios, and lab environments requiring stable monochromatic amber illumination. Provides consistent power output for controlled low-light working conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAstronomy \u0026amp; Dark Sky Environments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommonly used in observatory surroundings, backyard astronomy setups, and low light pollution areas. Compatible with dark sky practices — the narrow 589nm sodium spectrum minimizes upward light spill and preserves nighttime sky visibility in coastal and rural regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmbient \u0026amp; Low Stimulation Lighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowers soft room light applications where warm low-glare illumination is preferred: meditation spaces, bedrooms, studios, hallways, corridors, and controlled visual environments for calm evening use and wind-down routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCreative \u0026amp; Atmosphere Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequently used for Halloween setups, sci-fi themed rooms, monochrome environments, cinematic stage lighting, retro industrial aesthetics, movie props, photography sets, and immersive art installations. The single-color sodium glow creates a distinct visual atmosphere not achievable with LED or filtered lighting systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCoverage Reference by Wattage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBallast Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLamp Wattage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Coverage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSOX-E18W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–80 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompact darkrooms, bedrooms, hallways\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSOX-E26W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–120 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDarkrooms, studios, small rooms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSOX 35W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80–150 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarages, patios, studios, medium rooms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSOX 55W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150–250 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasements, workshops, larger studios\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSOX 90W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250–450 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouses, parking areas, open spaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSOX 135W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e135W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e450–700 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge warehouses, industrial facilities, outdoor areas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this ballast require a separate transformer or ignitor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is an all-in-one electronic ballast. No external transformer or ignitor is required — it powers the SOX lamp directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich lamps is this ballast compatible with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for 135W Low Pressure Sodium lamps with a B22\/BY22d bayonet base, including SOX 135W type lamps. Also compatible with similar 135W LPS lamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat voltage does this ballast support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInput: 220–240V AC, 50\/60Hz. Designed for European and international electrical systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this ballast be used outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The metal housing is suitable for outdoor and industrial installations. Ensure the fixture provides appropriate weatherproofing for your specific environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this ballast dimmable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This ballast operates at fixed output and does not support dimming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glow Object","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802178056468,"sku":null,"price":95.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/7455\/4132\/files\/Glow_Object_220-240V_Metal_Electronic_Ballast_for_SOX_135_180W_Low_Pressure_Sodium_LPS_Lamps.png?v=1786490302","url":"https:\/\/glowobject.com\/en-eu\/products\/220-240v-metal-electronic-ballast-for-sox-135w-low-pressure-sodium-lps-lamps","provider":"Glow Object®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}