{"product_id":"knightsbridge-6ft-twin-t8-led-ready-batten-white-no-ballast","title":"Knightsbridge 6ft Twin T8 LED-Ready Batten - White (No Ballast)","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Knightsbridge T8LB26 is a 1790mm twin T8 LED-ready batten in white pressed steel, pre-wired to accept two 6ft LED T8 tubes (sold separately). The batten is supplied without a ballast or driver, which means it cannot run traditional fluorescent tubes — it is designed exclusively for use with self-ballasted LED T8 tubes that have the driver integrated into the tube itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for workshops, garages, storage rooms, retail back-of-house areas and utility spaces where functional overhead lighting is needed, the twin-tube configuration provides higher light output than a single-tube batten in the same 1790mm footprint. The 102mm width and 86mm projection give the fitting a compact profile against the ceiling, while the pressed steel construction provides durability in everyday use. The IP20 rating suits dry indoor environments only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white finish blends into painted ceilings and matches standard commercial and industrial lighting schemes. The batten accepts any standard 1778mm T8 LED tube up to the maximum wattage of the socket, giving flexibility to choose light output and colour temperature depending on the task. Mounting brackets are integrated into the back of the housing, allowing the batten to be surface-fixed to ceiling joists or structural supports with two screws at each end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the batten has no ballast or driver, installation is simpler than traditional fluorescent fittings — mains 230V power connects directly to the pre-wired sockets inside the housing. This also means there are no ballast components to fail or replace over time, reducing long-term maintenance. Dimming capability depends on the specific LED tubes fitted; the batten itself imposes no limitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec_table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1790 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e102 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProjection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressed steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230V 50Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamp Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamp Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamp Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimmable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamp dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/products_1621983_datasheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProduct Specification Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this batten run traditional fluorescent T8 tubes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The batten is supplied without a ballast or driver, which means it cannot run traditional fluorescent tubes. It is designed exclusively for self-ballasted LED T8 tubes that have the driver integrated into the tube itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat length LED tubes does it take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe batten accepts two 1778mm (6ft) T8 LED tubes. These are sold separately. Most suppliers list these as 1800mm or 6ft T8 tubes — both refer to the same standard fitting length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it dimmable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimming capability depends on the LED tubes fitted. The batten itself imposes no limitation, so if you fit dimmable LED T8 tubes and wire the batten through a compatible dimmer, the installation will be dimmable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the IP20 rating suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIP20 means the batten is protected against solid objects larger than 12mm but offers no protection against moisture. It is suitable for dry indoor environments only — workshops, garages, storage rooms, retail areas — but not bathrooms, outdoor canopies, or any location where water ingress is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knightsbridge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45293994017035,"sku":"T8LB26","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/110322_da24b243-9459-430e-86f0-3e8bbf350c28.jpg?v=1714667166","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/knightsbridge-6ft-twin-t8-led-ready-batten-white-no-ballast","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}