T8 LED Tube 18W 153W-eq G13 Linear Replacement - Cool White

The T8 LED Tube is a linear LED replacement for an old fluorescent tube, fitting any G13 two-pin holder. It draws 18W yet stands in for a 153W fluorescent, putting out 2700 lumens of 4000K cool white light at an efficiency of 150 lm/W. The wide 220 degree beam spreads light evenly down the length of the tube rather than concentrating it, so it reads as a continuous, neutral-toned line. Running on 220 to 240V AC mains, it suits anyone moving away from older striplight technology. American buyers will know this format as a T8 tube light, the direct LED swap for a linear fluorescent.

Cool white at 4000K keeps colours clear and neutral, which suits workshops, garages, utility rooms, storerooms and under-shelf strip fittings where good visibility matters more than warmth. The 220 degree spread and 2700 lumen output cover a working bench or a run of shelving well, casting an even wash along the fitting rather than a narrow throw, so several tubes in a row build steady, shadow-free light across a larger space. Because the rating is IP20, this tube is for dry indoor positions only and should be kept clear of damp, outdoor or bathroom locations.

The tube measures 28mm in diameter and uses a G13 cap, the standard linear fitting, with a white finish. Depending on the existing luminaire, the original fluorescent starter may need removing or the ballast bypassing before fitting, so check the fixture wiring against the supplied instructions. It is non-dimmable and runs straight from a compatible mains fitting, with a rated lifespan of 30,000 hours and a CRI of Ra 80. We stock this T8 LED tube as part of a wider range of LED bulbs and tubes across the common cap fittings.

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Which fitting does this tube use?

It has a G13 cap, the standard two-pin base used on T8 linear fluorescent tubes. It drops straight into any G13 tube holder, so it is a direct format match for an existing striplight fitting.

What old tube wattage does it replace?

The tube draws just 18W of actual power but replaces a 153W fluorescent tube on light output. It delivers 2700 lumens at 150 lm/W, so you keep the brightness while using far less energy.

Do I need to remove the starter or bypass the ballast?

Depending on your existing luminaire, you may need to remove the old fluorescent starter or bypass the magnetic ballast before fitting. Check the fixture wiring against the supplied instructions, and have any rewiring carried out by a competent electrician.

Is this tube dimmable?

No, this T8 LED tube is non-dimmable and is designed to run at full output from a compatible mains fitting. It gives a steady 2700 lumens of 4000K cool white light with a rated lifespan of 30,000 hours.