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High frequency circuit for operating a high-intensity gaseous discharge lamp

US4134044A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 20, 1978
Grant dateJan 9, 1979
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Expiry dateApr 20, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02B20/00
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A high frequency drive circuit operating as a push-pull, Class C oscillator for driving a high-intensity, gaseous discharge lamp and avoiding the use of a relatively large ballast coil. A highly stable power supply for operating in conjunction with such circuit is also provided.

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