Wiring T8 Led Bulbs Without Ballast

Its purpose is to show you step by step how to convert your current 4 foot t8 or t12 fluorescent tube light fixture to use the starled ballast.

Wiring t8 led bulbs without ballast.

Plug and play t8 led pros and cons ul type a plug and play led tubes type a pros. Choosing the best retrofit led can be a daunting task. See product specification sheets for more information existing fixture is wired to bypass the ballast. If sockets will not match bi pin bulb simply replace socket with twist in bi pin sockets and do as above.

Cut back additional wiring on opposite side of ballast as the led tube lamp only requires power at one end. Simplicity for installer the lamp snaps into the existing fixture without any wiring modifications meaning installation can be done by virtually anyone as long as your existing ballast is compatible. The non shunted socket will allow you to utilize single end power t8 led bulbs. Some retrofit leds can even be installed without bypassing the ballast.

Also available in single ended ballast bypass configurations. Remove the ballast from the. Remove ballast leave other socket dead preferably grounded and install direct wire led bulb. Our lighting experts can help you find direct wire led tubes if you re ready to tackle bypassing the ballast or plug and play if.

In many t8 fixtures the ballast is covered by a casing and the t8 tubes are on top of it meaning you need to take out the tubes and unscrew the casing to get to the ballast. 1 direct wire or ballast bypass led tubes. Also known as type b the most commonly installed is the direct wire or ballast bypass option. With shunted sockets you are utilizing both sockets to complete the circuit.

Rather than building expensive circuitry within for the ballast to function this option enables the ballast to be bypassed entirely by the user. Convert your existing linear fluorescent fixture to led without needing a comprehensive reinstall. 4 t8 will fit in 4 t12 as long as it is bi pin type bulb and not spring loaded sockets. Remove any covers case lenses or lamps that block your access to the ballast and set them aside.

Reduces energy use vs type a eliminates the need to check ballast compatibility.