GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The ML4836 is a complete solution for a dimmable or a non-dimmable high efficiency electronic ballast especially tailored for a compact fluorescent lamp (CFL). The Bi-CMOS ML4836 contains controllers for dimming ballast with end-of-life detection capability.

FEATURES
■ Programmable start scenario for rapid/instant start lamps
■ Triple frequency control network for dimming or starting to handle various lamp sizes
■ Programmable restart for lamp out condition to reduce ballast heating.
■ Internal over-temperature shutdown
■ Low start-up current; < 0.55mA