- Will these fit my existing fixture?
- They are T8 tubes, so they fit fixtures designed for T8 lamps with a matching ballast. Check the tube length and ballast type on your fixture label first.
- Is 3000K warm enough for a living room?
- Yes. 3000K is a warm white similar to halogen, which most people find comfortable in homes. Workshops and garages usually prefer cooler 4000K or 6500K.
- Can I replace these with LED tubes later?
- Only with a compatible LED tube and, in many cases, ballast bypass wiring. Standard LED retrofits are not direct drop-ins for every fluorescent fixture.
- How should I dispose of old tubes?
- Fluorescent tubes contain a small amount of mercury, so take them to a household hazardous waste site or a retailer that accepts them. Do not put them in regular trash.
- How many tubes do I need?
- Count the tubes in your fixtures and add a couple of spares. A 15-pack suits a small office, shop or multi-room home installation.
- Where is the Philips Fluorescent Tubular Lamp 31 Watts T8-1 5/BU 15-Pack cheapest?
- At Msc Industrial Supply, for $654.60, as of our latest check.