Description
Keystone HID Pulse Start Metal Halide Capacitor, Dry Film, 200W, 15uF, 330V
Keystone 200W Pulse Start Metal Halide Replacement Capacitor (CAP-200MPS)
The Keystone CAP-200MPS is an industrial-duty, metallized AC oil-filled replacement capacitor engineered specifically for 200-watt pulse start metal halide (ANSI M136) ballast circuits. Designed to deliver power factor correction (≥90% HPF) and ensure stable arc regulation, this component features a hermetically sealed aluminum oval can, an internal discharge bleed resistor, and standard 1/4″ quick-connect spade terminals for commercial and industrial outdoor floodlights, high bays, and parking lot luminaires.
Key Features & Performance Benefits
- Power Factor Correction: Restores circuit reactance balance to achieve a high power factor (≥0.90 HPF), minimizing overall system amp draw on 200W CWA circuits.
- Internal Discharge Resistor: Factory-installed bleed resistor dissipates residual electric charge safely within minutes after circuit de-energization.
- Rugged Oval Metal Enclosure: Extruded seamless aluminum housing with a rolled compression header seal prevents dielectric degradation under severe thermal cycling.
- Universal Retrofit Compatibility: Matches standard physical dimensions, bracket mounting profiles, and terminal spacings for Keystone, Advance, and Universal Lighting Technologies 200W core-and-coil ballast kits.
- Safety & Compliance: UL Recognized component (UL 810), CSA certified, filled with non-PCB environmentally safe dielectric fluid, and equipped with internal pressure-sensitive interrupter (PSI) fault protection.
Electrical & Physical Data
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Primary Lamp Rating | 200W Pulse Start Metal Halide |
| ANSI Ballast/Lamp Code | M136 |
| Capacitance | 15.0 µF ±3% (Microfarads) |
| Voltage Rating | 330V AC (50/60 Hz) |
| Operating Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Terminal Style | 1/4″ (0.250″) Quick-Connect Spade Terminals |
| Dielectric Medium | Non-PCB Biodegradable Oil Fluid |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "CAP-200MPS" stand for in Keystone's catalog?
"CAP" designates a standalone replacement HID capacitor, "200" denotes the 200W lamp rating, "M" signifies Metal Halide lamp chemistry, and "PS" specifies Pulse Start circuit operation (ANSI M136).
How does the CAP-200MPS compare to the CAP-750MPS?
The CAP-200MPS is rated at 15 µF / 330V AC for 200W M136 pulse start circuits, whereas the CAP-750MPS is a higher-capacity 30 µF / 480V AC unit built for 750W M149 systems. The microfarad and voltage ratings must always match the ballast specifications.
Does this capacitor include the pulse ignitor?
No. The CAP-200MPS is strictly the standalone oil-filled capacitor unit. Pulse start ballasts require an external electronic pulse ignitor (starter) in addition to the capacitor to ignite the M136 lamp.
Spec Sheets
Download the official manufacturer documentation and specifications:
Additional Information
Our Part No: |
KT-CAP-200MPS |
Mfr Part #: |
CAP-200MPS |
Manufacturer Material Code: |
UJT-00 |
Brand: |
Keystone |
Fixture Type HID: |
PS Metal Halide MH Capacitor |
Type: |
Dry Film |
Lamp: |
200W M136 HID Pulse Start Metal Halide |
Watts: |
200W |
Voltage: |
330V |
Microfarad: |
15μF |
Dimensions: |
1.57" Dia x 2.68"H |
Start Method: |
Pulse Start |
Product Data Sheet: |
See PDF Link Provided |
Energy Certification: |
RoHS |
Case Size: |
12 |
