MIL-DTL-16377J(SH)
3.6.5 Starter sockets for type I fixtures and lights. Starter sockets for Type I fixtures and lights shall be in
accordance with the naval-use lampholders section of UL 496. The type shall be as specified in the applicable
specification sheet.
3.6.6 Starters for type I fixtures and lights. When specified in the applicable specification sheet, starters for
Type I fixtures and lights shall be as specified in table II. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2), the type to be
furnished shall be as specified in the applicable specification sheet and shall be furnished assembled in the fixture or
light. The interior of starters shall be filled with wax in cases where used in fluorescent lights having
explosionproof requirements. Starters shall be furnished with ceramic condenser to reduce starting electromagnetic
noise and with a paper sleeve inside the starter can to reduce noise from vibration of interior parts against can. All
starters shall have a metallic enclosure.
TABLE II. Starters.
Fluorescent Lamp
Voltage
Description
6 8 Watts
15 20 Watts
Item name
Simple glow switch,
Simple glow switch,
without lockout
without lockout
Specification
NEMA ANSI C78.180
NEMA ANSI C78.180
Alternating current
Commercial designation
FS-5
FS-2
National Stock Number
6250-00-299-5962
6250-00-299-2884
Item name
Thermal switch
Thermal switch
without lockout
without lockout
Specification
NEMA ANSI C78.180
NEMA ANSI C78.180
Direct current
Commercial designation
AT-58
AT-2
National Stock Number
6250-00-283-9904
6250-00-884-2103
3.6.7 Starter washers for type I fixtures and lights. Starter washers as specified on figure 5 shall be provided
for Type I, Classes 1 and 2 fixtures and lights that are furnished with starters (see 3.6.6). The washer shall be
slipped over contacts of the starter. The washer and starter shall then be inserted into the starter socket and rotated
to lock in the normal manner to provide a snug, rattle-free fit.
3.6.8 Ballasts for type I fixtures and lights. Ballasts for Type I fixtures and lights shall be as specified in the
applicable specification sheet and herein.
3.6.8.1 Mounting. Ballasts shall be mounted so that they will not become loose under the shock and vibration
tests. Ballast mounting shall make good contact with the fixture housing so as to aid conduction of normal operating
heat away from the ballast to reduce noise. Ballasts shall be secured only by bolts (machine screws) and shall be
capable of ready removal for replacement.
3.6.9 Terminal board. Unless otherwise specified in the applicable specification sheet, terminal boards shall be
in accordance with A-A-59125. The type shall be as specified in the applicable specification sheet.
3.6.9.1 Mounting. Terminal boards for receiving ships cable shall be secured to a fixed portion of the
enclosure, not to movable assemblies that may require flexing of the ship s wiring during normal operation,
maintenance, or servicing. Terminal boards shall be mounted so that they will not be broken or stressed by
distortion of the enclosure. Terminal boards shall be secured only by bolts (machine screws) and shall be capable of
ready removal and replacement.
3.6.10 Switches. When specified (see 6.2), switches shall be furnished as specified in the applicable
specification sheet and as specified herein.
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