Indoor growing ballasts are essential for regulating and stabilizing the power received by HPS, CMH, or MH lamps, avoiding voltage spikes and ensuring optimal performance. In this category, you'll find everything from traditional magnetic models to dimmable electronic ballasts, ideal for every stage and type of installation. If you're looking for reliability, efficiency, and a longer lifespan for your equipment, here are the best options.
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Xtrasun 600w electronic ballast
Xtrasun 600w Ballast with adjustable power, electronic quality at a very competitive price. This ballast is ideal for [...]
Lumii Black electronic ballast
Alchimia presents the Lumii 600W Black Electronic Ballast, a device used to power high pressure sodium [...]
Electronic ballast Lumatek Dimmable
The electronic ballast from Lumatek with variable power control allows to work with a 50%, 75% ,100% or 110% (Super Lumens) of its performance allowing so to dose the required pow [...]
Lumatek 630w DE CMH Dimmable Ballast
Alchimia presents Lumatek 630W DE CMH, a controllable ballast that has been successfully used in grow facilities around the world. It uses high-frequency technology to efficiently [...]
Alchimia presents here the Magnetic Ballast, compatible with both HPS and MH lamps. Magnetic Ballast - rob [...]
Electonic ballast Lumatek 250w
Lumatek present their 250w electronic ballast for Metal Halide or High Pressure Sodium lamp [...]
The Caluma 250w magnetic ballast is the necessary complement for HID indoor crops in spaces between 50 and 80cm2 . 250w magnetic ballast, for HM and HPS b [...]
Lumatek 1000W 400V Controllable Electronic Ballast
Alchimia is pleased to present the Lumatek Pro 1000W 400V Controllable Electronic Ballast, an evolution of the powerful Lumatek 1000W. Now featuring 400V technology [...]
Lumatek Pro 1000W 400V Electronic Ballast
Alchimia Grow Shop presents Lumatek Pro 1000W 400V electronic ballast, designed to operate with [...]
Lumatek CMH 315w controllable ballast with E40 adapter
The Lumatek CMH 315w controllable ballast with E40 bulb adaptor is a 315w CMH lighting kit that allows growers to use the new ceramic meta [...]
Lumatek Utopia 630W/600W CMH/HPS Ballast
Utopia 630/600w DE CMH/HPS is an electronic controlled hybrid ballast where both HPS and CMH double-ended (DE) bulbs can be operated. This feature adds a plus of u [...]
The ballast is an essential component in lighting systems with discharge lamps such as HPS (high-pressure sodium), CMH (ceramic halide), or MH (metal halide). Its main function is to regulate the electrical current, ensuring the bulb receives adequate power to operate without overloading. Without a ballast, these lamps would not be able to light properly or maintain a stable intensity.
In our catalog, you will find two main types: magnetic ballasts and electronic ballasts.
In addition, there are models with soft start, short-circuit protection, and quieter cooling systems.
For small grow cabinets or starter cultures, a magnetic ballast may be sufficient. However, if you're looking for greater performance, control over light intensity, or want to reduce power consumption, a dimmable electronic ballast is the best option.
In professional grow rooms or large spaces, opting for high-end ballasts guarantees stable lighting, which translates into more abundant and healthy harvests.
At Alchimia, we work with leading brands such as Lumatek, Xtrasun, and Lumii, whose products guarantee compatibility with HPS and MH bulbs and a long lifespan. We also offer complete kits that include a ballast, reflector, and lamp, ready to install.
The electronic ballast is more efficient, quieter, and allows for power regulation, while the magnetic ballast is more economical but consumes more power and generates more heat.
Yes, as long as the ballast is compatible with the wattage of the bulbs you use at each stage. Dimmable ballasts allow you to adjust the intensity according to the growing stage.
