Can a T8 bulb replace a T10?

Registered. The bulbs will fit. T12, T10, T8 and T6 all come in the same standard lengths.

What is the difference between T8 and T10?

T8 bulbs are smaller in diameter than a T10 or T12. This bulb works with standard fluorescent fixtures that will accommodate a 4ft long bulb. You will have to bypass the ballast, as the listing states (read instructions carefully!).

Are T8 and T5 bulbs interchangeable?

The major physical difference between T5 and T8 light bulbs is the length and diameter of the tube itself. The T5 tends to be slightly shorter than the T8 tube, and is significantly smaller in diameter. This factor is important to consider when looking at your fixture, because the two tubes are not interchangeable.

Will LED lights work in fluorescent fixtures?

Retrofit LED Tubes “Retrofit” tubes work with all fluorescent fixtures as well as ballast-free LED fixtures. To use them with your existing fluorescent fixtures, you’ll need to take just a few minutes to rewire the fixture to bypass the balast. This is a pretty simple task.

What is the difference between T8 and T12 bulbs?

Are T8 and T12 LED bulbs interchangeable? T8 tubes are simply 1 inch in diameter versus the 1.5 inch diameter of T12 tubes. In an effort to make LED tube lights compatible with the internal dimensions of most fixtures, you will find that most LED tube lights feature a T8 or 1 inch diameter.

Can T5 bulbs be used in T8 sockets?

If the T5 lights have G5 bi-pin socket, that is quite standard for these kind of lights, then T8 and T12 lights have G13 bi-pin or single pin or recessed double contact sockets which means that you absolutely and no way can put T5 bulbs in fixtures that are meant for T8 or T12 bulbs.

Can LED tube lights be used in T12 fixtures?

In an effort to make LED tube lights compatible with the internal dimensions of most fixtures, you will find that most LED tube lights feature a T8 or 1 inch diameter. They can indeed be used in T12 fixtures. With this said, T12 fluorescents for the most part use magnetic ballasts therefore,…

What can I use instead of a T12 bulb?

The easiest and lowest price option to replace a T12 is a T8 linear fluorescent. They have become the go-to option for pre-existing T12s. If you still have magnetic ballasts, switching to a T8 will require a ballast swap. Is F40 same as T12? This is calculated in 1/8″ increments. This means a T8 lamp is 8/8ths of an inch in diameter, or 1 inch.