Brite source 2 x LED T8 Fluorescent Tube Replacements (Wired to Mains) ([6000k] - Daylight, 2ft - 9w - 600mm [18w Replacement])

I installed this tube in Winter and had no problem rewiring the fitting, albeit I had fun rebalancing the 1960's designer light fitting, which hangs from a single pendant. The light worked well until Spring when it began to flicker when the sun was out.I have a system that dynamically controls the DHW immersion heater in proportion to the available surplus power from my solar PV panels. It works by chopping the waveform, which given the high current switched and circuit impedance to the source inevitably causes a noise ripple. Unfortunately this ripple voltage is enough to cause the LED tube to erratically flicker on and off. Other LED lights in the house and connected to the same electrical distribution board do not have a problem. I opine this light either does not have an LED driver, which would filter this out, or if it does it is poorly designed.The problem now is I have junked the ballast and would have great difficulty reverting so it looks like I will now have to junk my beloved 1960's light fitting.Sep 19 Update - Had enough of the flickering so replaced this cheap tube with a Crompton LED T8 Glass Tube and flickering gone. It cost a lot more but you get what you pay for! Added bonus the Compton tube didn't need me to rewire the fitting again as it is likewise powered from one (L and N) end and weighed enough so I could remove the weight needed to balance the fitting.

I bought led tubes for my kitchen 6 years ago , and they are still going strong, and on during the day due to being dark in there without. These were bought to replace old style in garage, They are now a quarter of the price of my earlier purchase as these more than paid for itself these will do it quicker. The wiring is a 10 minute job ( I uses wago connectors I already had ) and can be done in situ. The choice of light for me was daylight, I find it crisp without the blue of the colder light, and my garage is much better lit now. Plus the instant on means you are not halfway in before illumination.

These tubes are great. Wiring diagram online not much help as all housings for florescent lights are different. I sought advice of an electrician first. However once explained and all bits removed tubes work great. Only 4 stars due to lack of instructions and unsure of lifespan until used. Will update after some use.

The tubes work very well, there is some rewiring of the fitting, basically cut everything out and take the switch wire and neutral to ONE LAMPHOLDER ONLY, nothing at the other end, the tubes are marked +/- at one end, this obviously goes the live lampholder, The tube is NOT polarity dependant. If in doubt ask an electrician, which I am.

I bought these to replace the 2ft neon tubes in my illuminated bathroom mirror. Unlike the neon tubes, these connect directly to the electricity supply so I didn't need to replace the AC Ballast Instant Start (£31.00)!The tubes give a very bright light which is slightly warmer than the original tubes which is easier on the eyes.I received swift delivery & prompt response to my query.

These tubes are good. They are bright and work well (although mine have only been on for a couple of hours at this point). What you don’t know until you get them is, you have to rewire your light fittings for them to work. When mine arrived I put them in and nothing happened. I telephoned the seller and they advised me I had to open each light fitting and rewire it to bypass the control gear. Fine if you know what you’re doing, but not great if you don’t know anything about electrics!

Very quick response by the seller and fast delivery when advised the item did not arrive by the date expected. The led lamps were easily connected in the original fitting by rewiring and discarding original choke and starter. The light output is equivalent to original fluorescent s with added benefit of instant start and no flicker. Highly recommended product and supplier.

Just brought the lights 2x 2 pack. Once you get your head around how to convert the wiring in your old strip light and make sure that you have the correct tombstones, they are really easy to fit