T8 LED Tubes
T8 LED tubes have the same G13 caps as T8 fluorescent tubes and are ideal replacements because they offer far better energy efficiency and have a much longer lifespan. There are T8 LED tubes that are compatible with fixtures that have a conventional ballast as well as ones that work with an electronic ballast. Some T8 LED tubes work with either type of ballast and some can be connected directly to the mains too. Fixtures that have a conventional ballast also require a starter and whenever you buy a T8 LED tube for this type of fixture, an LED starter is included in the price!
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.
T8 LED tubes have the same G13 caps as T8 fluorescent tubes and are ideal replacements because they offer far better energy efficiency and have a much longer lifespan. There are T8 LED tubes that are compatible with fixtures that have a conventional ballast as well as ones that work with an electronic ballast. Some T8 LED tubes work with either type of ballast and some can be connected directly to the mains too. Fixtures that have a conventional ballast also require a starter and whenever you buy a T8 LED tube for this type of fixture, an LED starter is included in the price!
What is a T8 LED tube?
The T8 LED tube has a G13 fitting, which can be recognised by the two pins at both ends of the light source. There is a distance of 13 millimetres between these pins. An LED tube generates light by means of a diode. This is because the electrons in the diode constantly move in the semiconductor of the light source.
T8 LED fluorescent tubes are the most popular LED tubes on the market. The light sources are available in many sizes and brands, including the top brands Philips, Osram en Noxion.
What do I need to consider when changing from T8 TL to LED?
Conventional T8 fluorescent tubes work optimally by using a conventional (EM) ballast with starter or an electronic (HF) ballast. When changing to LED, always ensure that the T8 LED tube uses the same ballast. If the LED light source has a conventional ballast, you must replace the old starter with an LED starter. Read more about the different ballasts here.
It is also possible that you buy a T8 LED fluorescent tube, where the specifications of the product speak of mains (AC) or universal (UN). Mains means that the light source can be directly connected to the mains and therefore does not require a ballast. UN T8 LED tubes can be connected to both types of ballasts.
Which LED fluorescent tube with G13 fitting do I need?
To choose the right T8 (TL-D) LED tube, you should take the following points into account:
- Length of the tube - T8 LEDs are available in 30cm, 60cm, 90cm, 120cm and 150cm.
- Light color - Very warm white (2700K), warm white (3000K or 3300K), cool white (4000K) and daylight white (6500K).
- Wattage old fluorescent tube - The light source replaces one on one 18W, 30W, 36W and 58W fluorescent tubes.
Want to know what light colour you need in a particular environment? Read it here in our blog about colour temperature.
What are the advantages of this light source?
T8 LED fluorescent tubes have three advantages over fluorescent tubes. Firstly, the wattage of LED light sources is many times lower, allowing for energy savings of 50% to 72.7%. In addition, they contain no toxic gases, such as mercury, so the light sources can be recycled without any problems. Finally, LED has a longer lifespan than fluorescent, resulting in lower replacement costs and a quick return on investment.
How should I install a T8 LED fluorescent tube?
Installing T8 LED tubes is done in a few steps. For this we also have a handy instruction video, which you can. In short, the installation goes as follows:
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