As I have quite the background in computer technical work, I wonder if I may use my APC UPS Backup Pro 280 in lieau of a ballast for now for a few seedlings I have? The UPS is rated for 480 joules, (Output- Output power capacity 280 VA
Output power capacity 180 watts
Max Configurable Power 280 VA
Max Configurable Power 180 watts
Nominal output voltage 120V

and input- Nominal input voltage 120V
Input frequency 50/60 Hz +/- 3 Hz (auto sensing)
Input Connection Type
NEMA L5-15P
Cord Length 6 feet ( 1.83 meters )
Input voltage range for main operations 82 - 147 V
Input voltage adjustable range for mains operation 78 - 152 V)

and the light I am startign with is a sylvania HPS 70 watt E17 requiring an ANSI ballast S62. If anyone can help, please feel free. I appreciate it in advance.
samiam Reviewed by samiam on . UPS vs. Ballast question As I have quite the background in computer technical work, I wonder if I may use my APC UPS Backup Pro 280 in lieau of a ballast for now for a few seedlings I have? The UPS is rated for 480 joules, (Output- Output power capacity 280 VA Output power capacity 180 watts Max Configurable Power 280 VA Max Configurable Power 180 watts Nominal output voltage 120V and input- Nominal input voltage 120V Input frequency 50/60 Hz +/- 3 Hz (auto sensing) Input Connection Type Rating: 5