Description of Fulham Workhorse-5, 120-Volt, Electronic Fluorescent Ballast
This high quality electronic fluorescent ballast is lightweight and compact and will not audibly hum. It is an energy-efficient, instant start ballast, making it ideal for applications where fluorescent light bulbs are not turned on/off frequently. The Fulham Workhorse-5 is compatible with several combinations of CFLs and T8 and T12 linear fluorescent light bulbs.
- Extremely Versatile: this Fulham Workhorse electronic fluorescent ballast, WH5-120-L, is extremely versatile. See the long list of fluorescent Lamp Type & Lamp Quantity combinations that it can power in the table below.
- Fulham Workhorse 5 Wiring Diagram: please visit the Fulham Workhorse wiring diagram tool for instructions on how to wire this ballast. First, click on the type of light bulb you wish to power on the left side of the screen. Second, find your ballast model along the top. Third, find the wattage of the lamp combination you will be powering and click on the link to view the matching diagram.
- Features: solid-state electronics, small case size, high power factor, lightweight, energy saving. Fulham’s WorkHorse adaptable electronic ballast family has been a favorite with electrical contractors since 1992. Fewer ballasts on the service truck that can power nearly 900 different lamp combinations saves time and money. The ability of a ballast to accommodate multiple lamp types is a huge time-saver for the person in the field.
- Complete Specifications: see Spec Sheet (PDF)
| Brand |
Fulham |
| Ballast Family |
Workhorse |
| Model # |
WH5-120-L |
| Start Type |
Instant Start |
| Lamps |
Type |
Description |
Qty |
| 36/39CFT/E |
36/39-Watt Twin Tube CFL |
1 or 2 |
| CFQ26W |
26-Watt Quad Tube CFL |
2 or 4 |
| CFTR42W |
42-Watt Triple Tube CFL |
2 or 3 |
| F15T8 |
15-Watt T8 Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
3 or 4 |
| F18T8 |
18-Watt T8 Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
2 |
| F25T8 |
25-Watt T8 Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
3 |
| F32T8 |
32-Watt T8 Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
3 or 4 |
| F40T10 |
40-Watt T10 Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
2 |
| F40T12 |
40-Watt T12 Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
2 |
| F54T5HO |
54-Watt T5 High Output Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
2 |
| F58T8 |
58-Watt T8 Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
2 |
| F60T12 |
60-Watt T12 Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
1 |
| F72T8HO |
72-Watt T8 High Output Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
1 |
| F72T12HO |
72-Watt T12 High Output Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
1 |
| F96T12HO/SS 95W |
95-Watt T12 High Output Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
1 |
| F96T12HO 110W |
110-Watt T12 High Output Linear Fluorescent Lamp |
1 |
| FT50W |
50-Watt T5 Twin Tube Fluorescent Lamp |
1 or 2 |
| Input Voltage |
120 volts |
| Min. Starting Temp, (F) |
-20°F |
| Length |
8.40 in |
| Width |
1.73 in |
| Height |
1.01 in |
| Weight |
14 oz |
| Sound Rating |
A |
| Power Factor |
>0.90 |
| Total Harmonic Distortion |
<32% |
| Wiring |
Parallel Wired |
| Line Current |
See Spec Sheet (PDF) |
| Input Watts |
See Spec Sheet (PDF) |
| Ballast Factor |
See Spec Sheet (PDF) |
| UL Approval |
UL approved in USA & Canada |
| Warranty |
5 years |