T4 Fluorescent Tube / Bulb 10W

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T8 lights are commonly used in larger spaces as overhead lighting for example in office spaces with troffer lights, garages or classrooms. This is why you will often see long T8 lighting in 4 foot light tubes, 6 feet, and 8 feet lengths. The energy efficiency of the T5 tubes means they also last the longest, around 20,000 hours. However, this is still less than half of the expected lifespan of a T5 LED tube light which lasts an average of 50,000 hours. This 30w bulb is 748mm long excluding pins and 762mm long including pins. The manufacturer specifies a tolerance of +/- 2mm for these tubes. categorised as an extra warm white, this colour temperature is typically featured in fluorescent tubes designed for domestic use The most commonly available is the T8 bulbs. This type of fluorescent tube lighting is the most popular because of its high CRi and many color temperature options.

As previously mentioned, fluorescent tubes range from the modern T2 to the old style T12. The slim-line T2 tubes feature a W4.3 fitting and a 4.3 mm wide push fitting. T4 tubes are best suited to under-cabinet lighting and have a G5 fitting with 5mm separating the two pins. Standard T8 tubes have a G13 fitting, with 13mm separating the pins. The T12 tubes came complete with the same G13 cap as the T8 tube, meaning that older T12 tubes can be replaced with T8 tubes. Wattage of Fluorescent TubeNow you know all you need to about fluorescent tubes sizes and their differences. But below we will answer the questions that people ask us the most. What is the difference between T5 T8 and T12 lights? this variety of cool white is typically applied to office buildings. It is also considered suitable for formal home offices

Compared to T5 lighting, the 8 Foot T8 tube lights are less economical. T8 lighting tends to be more expensive and have a shorter lifespan of around 15,000 hours, but can last up to 50,000 hours if you choose the LED alternatives. Fluorescent lighting is economical to run and uses long-lasting tubes to provide bright and effective general lighting. T4 fluorescent tubes are ideal for home and commercial use for kitchen worktops, in cabinets, under stairs, as a pelmet lamp, or to create a well-lit workstation for DIY, craft, or commercial use. T5 bulbs are great for large space such as schools, supermarkets, offices, and underground railways. T8 bulbs can be used in schools, garages, offices, conference rooms, retail stores, and most other environments.The "T" in lamp terminology represents the shape of the lamp tubular. The number following the "T" usually represents the diameter of the lamp in eighths of an inch (1 inch equals 2.5 centimetres). Tube Type Think about these differences in tube lighting the next time you need to convert fluorescent lighting to LED. The different sizes are not directly interchangeable so if you want to use another size then you will have to do a bit of handiwork. T4 tubes have an impressive lamp life of up to 10,000 hours and require a lot less energy to produce light compared to traditional light bulbs, in fact, fluorescent lamps save 60% on energy usage compared to incandescent lights. There are still so many existing T4 fittings out there that constantly need replacing, but as they decrease in popularity, it can be hard to find the right replacement. At BLT Direct, we’ll help you to find the right fitting you need to instantly re-energise your space. Whether you used your fluorescent light to highlight a certain area of your house or brighten up your workspace to boost productivity, we have a range of sizes that are ideal in any environment. If you are using T5 lights for garage lighting or an art display, then make sure that you choose a model with a higher Color Rendering Index, CRi. The CRi of T5 fluorescent bulbs generally range in the lower end of 70 -80 but there are options with more accurate color rendering up to 95. Basically that means the light color can go from daylight white to extra warm white.