T5 LED Tubes
T5 LED tubes are small Led light tubes that replace T5 fluorescent tubes. The identical fitting makes it easy to install a LED tube in a fixture that uses a fluorescent tube. T5 tubes have a G5 fitting and a diameter of 21mm. The longer lifetime with a warranty, lower energy consumption and smart beam angle of 180º are the most important specifications to switch to T5 LED tube lights. Colour of tubes range from warm white light to daylight. Placing of a T5 LED tube is easy, and the same as placing a fluorescent tube.
The most common lengths for T8 LED Tubes are 60cm, 90cm, 120cm and 150cm. For T5 LED Tubes this concerns 55cm, 85cm, 115cm and 145cm. Switching to LED? Then always check the length of your current fluorescent lighting. Do you want to know more? Then read our blog! 
The colour code is a combination of colour rendering (CRI) and light colour (Kelvin). The first number indicates the colour rendering (1 = very poor colour rendering, 9 = maximum colour fastness). The second and third number contains the light colour. Example: the colour code 830 consists of good colour rendering (8) and warm white light (3000K).
Our all-in warranty is fully included in the product price and covers both hidden defects and technical defects of the product that occurred before delivery. The warranty period differs per product and ranges from 1 year to a maximum of 7 years.
Every bulb or fixture has an energy efficiency class A to G. Energy label A is the most efficient and G the least. LED lighting is the most sustainable lighting technique. Even if a LED bulb is rated E or lower, they still save 70% of energy compared to conventional lighting with the same energy label. Why is it the same label then? To motivate LED brands to get even more durable.
T5 LED tubes are small Led light tubes that replace T5 fluorescent tubes. The identical fitting makes it easy to install a LED tube in a fixture that uses a fluorescent tube. T5 tubes have a G5 fitting and a diameter of 21mm. The longer lifetime with a warranty, lower energy consumption and smart beam angle of 180º are the most important specifications to switch to T5 LED tube lights. Colour of tubes range from warm white light to daylight. Placing of a T5 LED tube is easy, and the same as placing a fluorescent tube.
How much more efficient is a T5 LED tube than a regular T5 tube?
LED lighting is considerably more energy efficient! You can save up to 70% in energy costs with T5 LED lighting, compared with a conventional T5 tube. Why is that? In the first place because LED fluorescent tubes use less power. That also explains the high energy savings. A simple example is a 150cm long T5 fluorescent tube of 37 Watts, which replaces a conventional T5 fluorescent tube of 80 Watts in the same length. The difference between the two wattages is considerable! With LED you are assured of lower energy costs from day one! Would you like to buy an LED T5 tube online? At Lampdirect, you can choose from top-quality lighting from A-brands such as Noxion, Philips and Osram.
For which luminaires are T5 LED fluorescent tubes suitable?
T5 LED lighting is practically suitable for all electronic (HF) fittings that already contain T5 lighting or have a suitable connection (G5) for T5 LED tubes. This applies to both open and closed fixtures for this category of LED fluorescent tubes. How do you know for sure that it is a T5 LED tube? This is always stated on the LED tube itself, while you can also look at the fitting. The pins of T5 LED tubes are 5mm long and stick out a bit further, compared to T8 LED lighting, which has a wider diameter (26mm). A T5 fluorescent lamp has a diameter of16mm.
How long does a T5 fluorescent tube last?
Most LED T5 tubes have a lifespan of over 50,000 hours. That is considerably more than the average 15.000 hours of conventional fluorescent lighting. This means that thanks to the purchase of LED fluorescent lighting you spend less on replacement and maintenance. After all, the lifespan is higher, so the LED tube can be left for a longer period. Another advantage is that LED fluorescent lighting is flicker-free, and therefore does not flicker when it is started up. You will therefore not experience any inconvenience such as eye strain or headaches.
What lengths can I choose from when buying T5 LED tubes?
The most common sizes of T5 LED tubes are: 55cm, 115cm and 145cm. Are you looking for a different size, for example 60cm or 150cm? Then you're also right at Lampdirect. Our range consists of more than one hundred different sustainable and environmentally friendly T5 LED products. Click on the desired length in the table below and you will immediately see all available products.
| Length T5 LED fluorescent tube | Replacement Wattage |
| 55cm | 14 Watt |
| 115cm | 28 Watt + 54 Watt |
| 145cm | 35 Watt + 80 Watt |
| Other lengths | Different wattages |
Which light colour is best for my T5 LED fluorescent tube?
A LED tube with warm white light? Or cool white? And what about daylight white, is that not perhaps more effective? These are questions that are asked daily by our customers. Because choosing the right colour temperature for a new T5 TL tube can be difficult. Which light colour you can best choose depends mainly on the location where the lighting is to be installed. Is it a situation that requires a lot of light, or is it a more general area such as a hallway or corridor? In the diagram below, we present all the possible choices and provide some additional information.
| Colortemperature | Application area |
| 3000 Kelvin - warm white | General areas; halls, corridors, changing rooms, waiting rooms |
| 4000 Kelvin - cool white | Schools, offices, meeting rooms, showrooms, canteens, kitchens |
| 6500 Kelvin - daylight white | daylight white Laboratories, workshops, printing works, health care |
How do I replace my current T5 tube with a T5 LED fluorescent tube?
This is very simple. First you switch off the power and let the current TL5 tube cool down a little. Then you remove this lighting from the fixture and place your new LED TL5 lamp in the same way. In this way, you have replaced the lighting within a minute. Would you like to see a handy instructional video about installing T5 LED lamps? Then take a look at our blog: TL5 Tube replacement by a LED Tube..
Do I need a LED starter to install a T5 LED tube?
No, you do not need a LED starter for the installation of a T5 LED fluorescent lamp. These fluorescent tubes work on an electronic ballast. Are you specifically looking for LED fluorescent lighting with a conventional ballast (incl. LED starter)? Then click here.
Can you link T5 LED tubes together?
No, it is not possible to connect multiple T5 LED fluorescent tubes. Are you looking for LED fixtures that can be linked? Then LED battens or LED waterproof fixtures are better suited. These LED fixtures allow you to create a longer light line. Ideal for warehouses, DIY stores, supermarkets and/or production halls, among others.