www.osram.com Guide to Starters Guide to Starters Page 1 of 17 Guide to starters 1 Contents 1 Contents ..................................................................................................................................................... 2 2 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 4 3 Definitions (important technical parameters of a starter)............................................................................ 4 4 5 3.1 Partial discharge inception voltage or ignition voltage ................................................................ 4 3.2 Closure voltage............................................................................................................................ 4 3.3 Non-reclosure voltage ................................................................................................................. 4 3.4 Pulse or surge voltage ................................................................................................................. 4 Starters ST 111 / ST 151 (LONGLIFE starters) ......................................................................................... 5 4.1 Design ......................................................................................................................................... 5 4.2 Operation ..................................................................................................................................... 5 4.3 Operating mode ........................................................................................................................... 6 4.4 Technical data sheets for starters ST 111, ST 15 ....................................................................... 6 ® DEOS starters ST 171 / ST 172 / ST 172 SAFETY ................................................................................. 7 5.1 Design ......................................................................................................................................... 7 5.2 Operation ..................................................................................................................................... 7 5.3 Operating mode ........................................................................................................................... 7 5.4 Technical data sheets for DEOS starters ST 171, ST 172, ST 173 SAFETY ........................... 7 ® 6 Overview of starters .................................................................................................................................... 8 7 RoHS .......................................................................................................................................................... 9 8 Disposal ...................................................................................................................................................... 9 9 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................... 9 9.1 Observation: the lamp fails to ignite, the starter switches without interruption ................................ 9 9.2 Observation: the lamp fails to ignite, the DEOS 9.3 Observation: the lamp fails to ignite, the electrodes glow, the starter does not switch ................... 9 9.4 Observation: the lamp fails to ignite, the electrodes glow, the SAFETY starter has reacted .......... 9 9.5 Observation: blackening of the ends/blackening near the electrode coils ...................................... 9 9.6 Observation: the lamp does not start, the starter casing has a brown discoloring ........................ 10 9.6 Observation: radio interference ..................................................................................................... 10 9.7 Observation: the lamp ignites and goes out at short intervals ....................................................... 10 ® SAFETY starter has reacted ............................. 9 9.8 Observation: damp-proof luminaire, cover cap over the opening for the start discolored brown or the lamp ignites and goes out at short intervals ....................................................................................... 10 9.10 Observation: after the lamp and/or starter has been replaced the SAFETY starter does not produce ignition ........................................................................................................................................ 10 9.11 Observation: the DEOS SAFETY starter trips during operation ................................................ 10 9.12 Important: ST 171 SAFETY, ST 172 SAFETY, ST 173 SAFETY, before fitting....................................10 Guide to Starters Page 2 of 17 10 Technical data sheets ........................................................................................................................... 11 10.1 ST 111 HT LONGLIFE starter .............................................................................................. 11 10.2 ST 111 LONGLIFE starter ..................................................................................................... 12 Starter St 111 LONGLIFE, for fluorescent lamps in single circuits ...................................................... 12 10.3 ST 151 LONGLIFE starter ..................................................................................................... 13 10.6 DEOS ST 171 SAFETY starter ............................................................................................ 14 ® DEOS St 171 SAFETY starter for fluorescent lamps in single circuits ................................................ 14 10.7 ® DEOS ST 172 SAFETY starter ........................................................................................... 15 DEOS St 172 SAFETY starter for fluorescent lamps in series circuits ................................................ 15 10.8 ® DEOS ST 173 SAFETY starter ............................................................................................ 16 DEOS St 173 SAFETY starter for fluorescent lamps in single circuits ................................................ 16 11 Literature ............................................................................................................................................... 17 Guide to Starters Page 3 of 17 2 Introduction The function of starters is to preheat the electrodes of fluorescent lamps and generate an ignition pulse. While the lamps are in operation the starters should consume little or no power and be ready to operate again as soon as the fluorescent lamps have been switched off. A high-quality starter will last at least 40,000 on/off switching operations (such as OSRAM ST 111 LONGLIFE). ® The DEOS SAFETY Starter also reliably switches off the fluorescent lamps at the end of their lives. 3 Definitions (important technical parameters of a starter) 3.1 Partial discharge inception voltage or ignition voltage This is the voltage at which partial discharge begins and the two bimetallic electrodes exhibit a clear glowing aura. The current flowing at this point is not sufficient to close the bimetallic contacts. 3.2 Closure voltage This is the value of the voltage at which the bimetallic contacts close. The closure voltage indicates the line voltage up to which the starter can be used. 3.3 Non-reclosure voltage This indicates the threshold voltage below which the bimetallic contacts can no longer close. The nonreclosure voltage is less than the closure voltage. 3.4 Pulse or surge voltage The voltage that is generated in combination with the choke for igniting the lamp is known as the pulse or surge voltage. Guide to Starters Page 4 of 17 4 Starters ST 111 / ST 151 (LONGLIFE starters) 4.1 Design The glow starter contains the actual starter element, the glow igniter, and the radio interference suppression capacitor. It is connected parallel to the lamp in series with the lamp electrodes. Typical design of a glow igniter: Canister Glass bulb Bimetallic electrodes Pinch (UK), Stem (US) Radio interference suppression capacitor Cover plate Brass bolts (contacts) Figure 1: Design of a glow igniter The filling mostly comprises a mixture of inert gas (neon, argon, helium) with hydrogen under a pressure of 20 to 100 mbar. Bimetals consist of two different metal strips pressed one on the other which have different coefficients of thermal expansion. 4.2 Operation Figure 2: Fluorescent lamp circuit, preheating and starting operations for a fluorescent lamp When line voltage is applied glow (partial) discharge starts between the bimetallic contacts. The applied voltage is higher than the partial discharge inception voltage and the closure voltage. The glow current (IG 20-40mA) heats up the bimetallic electrodes. These start to bend and touch each other once they have reached a certain temperature. This short-circuit causes glow discharge to stop. The full short-circuit current (IV) of the choke then flows through the lamp electrodes. Guide to Starters Page 5 of 17 The bimetallic contacts cool down and open again. The energy stored in the choke now discharges. (induction law) A voltage pulse (Umax) is generated which ignites the lamp. Once the lamp has ignited only the lamp voltage (UL) is applied at the glow starter. This voltage is less than the partial discharge inception voltage. It is so low that there can be no further glow discharge between the bimetallic contacts. The strength of the generated voltage pulse depends on a large number of parameters: - the time of phase relation at opening - the gas filling - the speed at which the bimetallic electrodes break Voltage pulses of 1000V up to 1500 V are achieved for igniting the fluorescent lamps. 4.3 Operating mode As the voltage pulse is dependent on the phase relation (energy stored in the choke) there is a chance that the lamps will not ignite despite good preheating of the lamp electrodes. In this case, the glow igniter ignites again and repeats the preheating process and the ignition attempt – and continues to do so until the lamp ignites. The lamp voltage increases right up to the end of the life of the fluorescent lamp. If the lamp voltage exceeds the closure voltage of the glow igniter the lamp is short-circuited and goes out. A new ignition process then takes place. If this behavior is repeated periodically in a short time the lamp will flicker or flash. This flickering may cause damage to the control gear. A large number of unsuccessful ignition attempts will cause the starter to age. If a new lamp is operated with an old starter the new lamp will exhibit premature blackening at its ends due to sputtering of the emitter on the lamp electrodes. This leads to accelerated aging of the lamp and therefore to premature failure. For this reason the starter must always be replaced together with the old fluorescent lamp. 4.4 Technical data sheets for starters ST 111, ST 151 The technical data sheets are given in section 10. Guide to Starters Page 6 of 17 5 DEOS® starters ST 171 / ST 172 / ST 172 SAFETY 5.1 Design In contrast to the starters in Section 4, the DEOS coefficient) and a bimetallic switch. ® starter has an NTC resistor (negative temperature ® Figure 3: Circuit diagram for the DEOS SAFETY starter 5.2 Operation Ignition as described for the starters in Section 4.2. In addition, fluorescent lamps that are faulty or at the end of their lives are safely and reliably shut down. 5.3 Operating mode Normal operation is the same as described in Section 4.3. In addition: If the lamp can no longer be ignited at the end of its life or if there are repeated ignition attempts (flashing) the heat that is generated by the NTC (hot conductor) is used to trip the bimetallic switch. This then opens the circuit. The lamp should now be replaced. Press the red button back into the starter casing (disconnect from the power supply first). The starter is now ready to operate again and can ignite the lamp. This ability of the starter to shut down lamps that are faulty or are at the end of their lives enhances the SAFETY, convenience and life of a lighting system. 5.4 Technical data sheets for DEOS® starters ST 171, ST 172, ST 173 SAFETY The technical data sheets are given in section 10. Guide to Starters Page 7 of 17 6 Overview of starters An overview of the types currently available is given below. Guide to Starters Page 8 of 17 7 RoHS The starters meet RoHS requirements (Reduction of Hazardous Substances). The glass used (bulb, exhaust stem, flare) is lead-free. 8 Disposal The starters may be thrown away with household waste. 9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Observation: the lamp fails to ignite, the starter switches without interruption Cause: The lamp voltage is too high (lamp at the end of its life) Remedy: Replace the (compact) fluorescent lamp and starter (ST 111 LONGLIFE/ ST 151 LONGLIFE) 9.2 Observation: the lamp fails to ignite, the DEOS® SAFETY starter has reacted Cause: The lamp voltage is too high (lamp at the end of its life) Remedy: Replace the (compact) fluorescent lamp and press the red button on the starter ® (disconnect from the power supply first) (DEOS ST 171, ST 172, ST 173 SAFETY) 9.3 Observation: the lamp fails to ignite, the electrodes glow, the starter does not switch Cause: The bimetallic switch on the starter is stuck or there is a short-circuit at the compensating capacitor. Remedy: Replace the starter – replace the old lamp at the same time. 9.4 Observation: the lamp fails to ignite, the electrodes glow, the SAFETY starter has reacted Cause: The bimetallic switch on the starter is stuck or there is a short-circuit at the compensating capacitor. Remedy: Replace the starter – replace the old lamp at the same time. Press the red button on the ® new DEOS starter (disconnect from the power supply first). 9.5 Observation: blackening of the ends/blackening near the electrode coils Cause: Oxide sputtering at end of life Remedy: Replace the (compact) fluorescent lamp and starter (ST 111 LONGLIFE/ ST 151 LONGLIFE) ® Remedy: Replace the (compact) fluorescent lamp and press the red button (DEOS starter ST 171, ST 172, ST 173 SAFETY) (disconnect from the power supply first) Cause: Extremely frequent switching Remedy: Eliminate abnormal operation Guide to Starters Page 9 of 17 9.6 Observation: the lamp does not start, the starter casing has a brown discoloring Cause: The starter is at the end of its life, the bimetallic strips can no longer close Remedy: Replace the lamp and starter 9.6 Observation: radio interference Cause: The compensating capacitor is missing from the starter or is faulty Remedy: Replace the starter 9.7 Observation: the lamp ignites and goes out at short intervals Cause: The lamp is at the end of its life Remedy: Replace the lamp and starter 9.8 Observation: damp-proof luminaire, cover cap over the opening for the start discolored brown or the lamp ignites and goes out at short intervals ® Cause: The lamp is at the end of its life. The DEOS SAFETY starter cannot trip because the distance to the cover cap over the opening for the start is not great correct. Remedy: Replace the lamp. Insert an ST LONGLIFE starter; the DEOS SAFETY start is not suitable here. 9.10 Observation: after the lamp and/or starter has been replaced the SAFETY starter does not produce ignition Cause: The SAFETY starter has tripped. Remedy: Check whether the appropriate starter type has been inserted. Cause: The SAFETY starter has tripped. ® Remedy: Press the red button (DEOS starter ST 171, ST 172, ST 173 SAFETY) (disconnect from the power supply first) 9.11 Observation: the DEOS SAFETY starter trips during operation Cause: The DEOS SAFETY starter becomes too hot during operation of the lamp due to incorrect placement in the luminaire (too near the lamp coil) and/or excessively high ambient temperatures (see data sheet) Remedy: Use ST 111 HT LONGLIFE. 9.12 Important: ST 171 SAFETY, ST 172 SAFETY, ST 173 SAFETY, before fitting. Before fitting, it is recommended to press the red bottom on top of the canister of the starters, ST 171 SAFETY, ST 172 SAFETY, ST 173 SAFETY. It avoid that the hook of the SAFETY mechanism don’t fit well over the spring of the bimetallic switch. None expected switch-off of the starter SAFETY mechanism is avoided after one ore more switch-on attempts of the lamp. Guide to Starters Page 10 of 17 Technical data sheets 9.1 ST 111 HT LONGLIFE starter Technical information High-temperature St 111 HT LONGLIFE starter, for fluorescent lamps in single circuits Product features St 111 HT LONGLIFE starter for fluorescent lamps L4W ...65W, 80W and OSRAM DULUX L 18W, 24W, 36W in single circuits. Life time > 60,000 switching cycles inductive operation. Life time > 20,000 switching cycles capacitive operation Life time in acc. to IEC 155: minimum of 6000 switching cycles. Switching time: 1 minute, 30s on, 30s off Service life approx. 10 years for inductive circuit. Service life approx. 4 years for capacitive circuit. (for 2 switching operations per day). Extension of lamp life by 20%. Reason: Both lamp electrodes are evenly heated each time the lamp is ignited thanks to the symmetrical design of the bimetallic strip Self-extinguishing plastic casing made of Makrolon. Class V2 Equipped with special radio-interference suppression capacitor (foil winding capacitor). Suitable for 220V-240V AC operation, 50/60 Hz Cannot be used for OSRAM DULUX S/E, D/E, T/E or T/E IN. Replace the starter each time the lamp is replaced. For use in ambient temperatures up to 100°C. Temperature range -20°C to +100°C Approval marks ENEC 10 VDE Label CE label since 01.01.97 Protection class Suitable for protection class II Dimensions According to international standard IEC 155, as per Fig. B.1 Length IEC max. 40.3 mm Diameter IEC max. 21.5 mm Range Reference Standard pack St 111 HT 16x25er Tray OSRAM 25/400 Availability Guide to Starters From stock Page 11 of 17 EAN 4050300854021 9.2 ST 111 LONGLIFE starter Technical information Starter St 111 LONGLIFE, for fluorescent lamps in single circuits Product features St 111 LONGLIFE starter for fluorescent lamps L4W...65W, 80W and OSRAM DULUX L 18W, 24W, 36W in single circuits. Life time > 60,000 switching cycles inductive operation Life time > 20,000 switching cycles capacitive operation Life time in acc. to IEC 155 , minimum 6000 switching cycles. Switching time: 1 minute, 30s on, 30s off Service life approx. 10 years for inductive circuit. Service life approx. 4 years for capacitative circuit (for 2 switching operations per day). Extension of lamp life by 20% Reason: Both lamp electrodes are evenly heated each time the lamp is ignited thanks to the symmetrical design of the bimetallic strip. Self-extinguishing plastic casing made of Makrolon. Class V2 Equipped with special radio-interference suppression capacitor (foil winding capacitor). Suitable for 220V-240V AC operation, 50/60 Hz Cannot be used for OSRAM DULUX S/E, D/E, T/E or T/E IN. Replace the starter each time the lamp is replaced Temperature range -20°C to +80°C Approval marks ENEC 10 VDE Label CE label since 01.01.97 Protection class Suitable for protection class II Dimensions According to international standard IEC 155, as per Fig. B.1 Length IEC max. 40.3 mm Diameter IEC max. 21.5 mm Range Availability Guide to Starters Reference Standard pack EAN St 111 16x25er Tray OSRAM 25/400 4050300854045 St 111 VS 1200 1200 4050300270166 St 111 BLI 2 OSRAM 2/20 4050300064000 From stock Page 12 of 17 9.3 ST 151 LONGLIFE starter Technical information Starter St 151 LONGLIFE, for fluorescent lamps in series circuits Product features St 151 LONGLIFE starter for fluorescent lamps L4W...22W and OSRAM DULUX L 18W in series circuit. Life time > 18,000 switching cycles inductive operation, Life time > 9000 switching cycles capacitive operation. Life time in acc. to IEC 155: minimum of 6000 switching cycles, Switching time: 1 minute, 30s on, 30s off Service life approx. 4 years for inductive circuit Service life approx. 2 years for capacitive circuit (for 2 switching operations per day). Extension of lamp life by 20%. Reason: Both lamp electrodes are evenly heated each time the lamp is ignited thanks to the symmetrical design of the bimetallic strip. Self-extinguishing plastic casing made of Makrolon. Class V2 Equipped with special radio-interference suppression capacitor (foil winding capacitor). Suitable for 220V-240V AC operation. 50/60 Hz, series circuit and single circuit 4W ...22W at 110V/127V Cannot be used for OSRAM DULUX S/E, D/E, T/E or T/E IN. Replace the starter each time the lamp is replaced. Temperature range -20°C to +80°C Approval marks ENEC 10 VDE Label CE label since 01.01.97 Protection class Protection class II Dimensions According to international standard IEC 155, as per Fig. B.1 Length IEC max. 40.3 mm Diameter IEC max. 21.5 mm Range Availability Guide to Starters Reference Standard pack EAN St 151 16x25er Tray OSRAM 25/400 4050300854083 St 151 VS 1200 OSRAM 1200 4050300012803 St 151 BLI 2 OSRAM 2/20 4050300092638 From stock Page 13 of 17 DEOS® ST 171 SAFETY starter 9.4 Technical information DEOS St 171 SAFETY starter for fluorescent lamps in single circuits Product features DEOS St 171 SAFETY starter for fluorescent lamps L36W ...65W and OSRAM DULUX L 36W in single circuits for inductive (> 60,000 switching cycles) and capacitive operation (> 30,000 switching cycles). Reliably disconnects faulty lamps under inductive or capacitive operating conditions. There is therefore no need to replace a single faulty lamp instantly. This in turn means longer re-lamping intervals and greater efficiency. Prevents unnecessary power consumption due to short-circuit currents as DEOS St 171 SAFETY switch-off at the end of lamp life. Protects the control gear and luminaire holders. With red SAFETY button which can be reset for immediate operation again. Service life: DEOS St 171 SAFETY starter approx. 10 years inductive and approx. 5 years capacitive (for 2 switching operations per day) Extension of lamp life by 20%. Reason: Both lamp electrodes are evenly heated each time the lamp is ignited thanks to the symmetrical design of the bimetallic strip. Self-extinguishing plastic casing made of Makrolon. Class V0 Equipped with special radio-interference suppression capacitor (foil winding capacitor) Suitable for 220V-240V AC operation, 50/60 Hz Cannot be used for OSRAM DULUX S/E, D/E, T/E or T/E IN. When the luminaire is used for the first time, push in the red SAFETY button until it clicks. Application: For indoor and outdoor lighting, particularly where it is essential for burnt-out lamps to be reliably shut down. Temperature range -20°C to +80°C Approval marks ENEC 10 VDE Label CE label since 01.01.97 Protection class Protection class II Dimensions According to international standard IEC 155, as per Fig. B.1 Length IEC max. 40.3 mm Diameter IEC max. 21.5 mm Reference Standard pack EAN Range St 171 8x25er Tray OSRAM Availability Guide to Starters 25/200 4050300854106 St 171 VS 1200 OSRAM 1200 4050300422855 St 171 BLI 1 OSRAM 2/20 4050300421544 From stock Page 14 of 17 9.5 DEOS® ST 172 SAFETY starter Technical information DEOS St 172 SAFETY starter for fluorescent lamps in series circuits Product features DEOS St 172 SAFETY starter for fluorescent lamps L15W ...22W and OSRAM DULUX L 18W in series circuits for inductive (> 20,000 switching cycles) and capacitive operation (> 10,000 switching cycles). Reliably disconnects faulty lamps under inductive or capacitive operating conditions. There is therefore no need to replace a single faulty lamp instantly. This in turn means longer re-lamping intervals and greater efficiency. Prevents unnecessary power consumption due to short-circuit currents as DEOS St 172 SAFETY switch-off at the end of lamp life. Protects the control gear and luminaire holders. With red SAFETY button which can be reset for immediate operation again. Service life: DEOS St 172 SAFETY starter approx. 4 years inductive and approx. 2 years capacitative (for 2 switching operations per day). Extension of lamp life by 20%. Reason: Both lamp electrodes are evenly heated each time the lamp is ignited thanks to the symmetrical design of the bimetallic strip. Self-extinguishing plastic casing made of Makrolon. Class V0 Equipped with special radio-interference suppression capacitor (foil winding capacitor) Suitable for 220V-240V AC operation, 50/60 Hz series circuits and single circuits 18W ...22W at 110V/127V Cannot be used for OSRAM DULUX S/E, D/E, T/E or T/E IN. When the luminaire is used for the first time, push in the red SAFETY button until it clicks. Application: For indoor and outdoor lighting, particularly where it is essential for burnt-out lamps to be reliably shut down. Temperature range -20°C to +80°C Approval marks ENEC 10 VDE Label CE label since 01.01.97 Protection class Protection class II Dimensions According to international standard IEC 155, as per Fig. B.1 Length IEC max. 40.3 mm Diameter IEC max. 21.5 mm Reference Standard pack EAN Range St 172 8x25er Tray OSRAM Availability Guide to Starters From stock Page 15 of 17 25/200 4050300854069 9.6 DEOS® ST 173 SAFETY starter Technical information DEOS St 173 SAFETY starter for fluorescent lamps in single circuits Product features DEOS St 173 SAFETY starter for fluorescent lamps L15W ...32W and OSRAM DULUX L 18W and 24W in single circuits for inductive (> 60,000 switching cycles) and capacitive operation (> 30,000 switching cycles). Reliably disconnects faulty lamps under inductive or capacitive operating conditions. There is therefore no need to replace a single faulty lamp instantly. This in turn means longer re-lamping intervals and greater efficiency. Prevents unnecessary power consumption due to short-circuit currents as DEOS St 172 SAFETY switch-off at the end of lamp life. Protects the control gear and luminaire holders. With red SAFETY button which can be reset for immediate operation again. Service life: DEOS St 173 SAFETY starter approx. 10 years inductive and approx. 5 years capacitative (for 2 switching operations per day). Extension of lamp life by 20%. Reason: Both lamp electrodes are evenly heated each time the lamp is ignited thanks to the symmetrical design of the bimetallic strip. Self-extinguishing plastic casing made of Makrolon. Class V0 Equipped with special radio-interference suppression capacitor (foil winding capacitor). Suitable for 220V-240V AC operation, 50/60 Hz Cannot be used for OSRAM DULUX S/E, D/E, T/E or T/E IN. When the luminaire is used for the first time, push in the red SAFETY button until it clicks. Application: For indoor and outdoor lighting, particularly where it is essential for burnt-out lamps to be reliably shut down. Temperature range -20°C to +80°C Approval marks ENEC 10 VDE Label CE label since 01.01.97 Protection class Protection class II Dimensions According to international standard IEC 155, as per Fig. B.1 Length IEC max. 40.3 mm Diameter IEC max. 21.5 mm Reference Standard pack EAN Range St 173 8x25er Tray OSRAM Availability Guide to Starters From stock Page 16 of 17 25/200 4050300854120 10 Literature Betriebsgeräte und Schaltungen für elektrische Lampen, C.H. Sturm / E. Klein, ISBN 3-8009-1586-3 Lamps and lighting J.R. Coaton / A.M. Marsden, ISBN 0-340-64618-7 Grundlagen Beleuchtungstechnik R. Bear, ISBN 3-341-01497-7 Elektrotechnik, Lexikon für die Praxis R. Müller, ISBN 3-341-01297-4 Subject to change without notice. Errors and omission excepted. This information supersedes all previous information. Guide to Starters Page 17 of 17