T8 fluorescent tubes are energy efficient fluorescent lamps. They meet standard T8 sizing, which means they are tubular with a 26 mm diameter. These fluorescent tubes feature a G13 base. This series is available in a range of colours from 2700 K all the way through to 8000 K. Option of triphosphor tubes with internal reflectors, which reduce waste light and increase light output by up to 75%. Lumilux T8 fluorescent tubes are dimmable, making them more versatile as you can install them in dimmable luminaires. This gives you greater control over the light in your environment. T8 fluorescent lamps provide good lumen maintenance (90% for the lifespan of the lamp) and have good colour rendering.

Philips Lighting 30 W T8 Fluorescent Tube, 2400 lm, 900mm, G13

The Smilight Fluorescent Tube is commonly found in under cupboard lighting applications. This 24 watt 900mm T5 lamp features a Warm White 2700K colour temperature and offers an impressive 10,000 hour lamp life. This lamp is also sold under the Eastfield and Diplomat brand names. If you are unfamiliar with LED technology, LED is an energy efficient update to the previously used fluorescent technology for lighting tubes and other lighting products. Due to LED bulbs lasting on longer on average, generating less heat and being less energy hungry by requiring a lower wattage to operate, LED tubes can make a great saving over fluorescent tubes. LED Tubes are available in most popular fluorescent sizes, these being: 2ft, 3ft, 4ft, 5ft and 6ft. Making them easy and accessible to replace. When you shop with The Lightbulb Company, we want to ensure that your shopping experience is as easy and enjoyable as possible as well as offering you the assurance that all of the products we supply are of the utmost quality.

The Government of the United Kingdom plans to begin phasing out the sale of high-energy fluorescent lightbulbs, with a view to bringing an end to their sale from September 2023. This is in the effort to cut carbon emissions, the UK government has placed its trust in LED technology because LED Tubes last five times longer than fluorescent tubes whilst using 80% less power. The law has already been changed for halogen light bulbs, with legislation being brought in on the 1st September 2018 and September 2021, meaning the preemptive date set for September 2023 is likely to be matched. A new generation of triphosphor coated fluorescent tubes. Using T8 triphosphor tubes in place of T12 and T8 halophosphor tubes increases light levels and lamp life by up to 20000 hours, when used with electronic control gear. In addition, these T8 tubes provide improved colour rendering performance, reduced maintenance and energy costs. These lights start instantly with brighter lighting compared to standard fluorescent tubes. Extended life expectancy which can be increased by upto 20,000 hours with the use of high frequency luminaires. These Smilight 24watt T5 16mm diameter triphosphor fluorescent tubes with a G5 (5mm) cap, are typically used in pelmet lighting for under cabinet/under cupboard fittings. This slim tube, is most commonly found in Smilite/Diplomat/Eastfield fittings supplied for kitchens by MFI, Schreiber and Hygena. Please note, the measurement excluding pins is 900mm and including pins is 910mm. They have an energy rating of A and an average rated life of 5,000 hours. In a warm white 3000k, they create a homely, welcoming light.