{"product_id":"ledvance-ledtube-t5-hf-performance-g5-18w-849mm","title":"Ledvance LEDTUBE T5 HF Performance G5 18W 849mm – direct replacement, replaces 39W","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ledvance LEDTUBE T5 HF Performance is a premium LED tube that can be \u003cstrong\u003einstalled directly in place of an existing electronic HF ballast without rewiring\u003c\/strong\u003e. With a power consumption of only 18W, it replaces a traditional 39W T5 fluorescent tube, and its shatterproof PET coating allows for use in the food industry and demanding environments. A lifespan of up to \u003cstrong\u003e60,000 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e, a color consistency of ≤ 5 SDCM, and low flicker (EU 2019\/2020) make this an excellent choice for offices, supermarkets, and industrial facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHF model — works with electronic ballasts. Check compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notice product-notice--warning\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ Order item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis product is an order item — delivery time is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e from order. Please take this into account if you need the tubes quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notice product-notice--success\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Easy replacement — no wiring changes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis HF model works directly with your existing electronic ballast. Replacing a traditional T5 fluorescent tube with this LED tube is a \u003cstrong\u003esimple lamp swap\u003c\/strong\u003e — no electrician rewiring or fixture modifications are required. Just check the ballast compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notice product-notice--info\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eℹ Also suitable for the food industry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe shatterproof PET coating prevents glass fragments from spreading if the lamp breaks — this makes the lamp suitable for use in the food industry, restaurant kitchens, bakeries, and other hygiene-sensitive environments in accordance with HACCP regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplaces a traditional 39W T5 fluorescent tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLamp type: T5 LED tube (HF model, for electronic ballast)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrand: Ledvance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeries: LEDTUBE T5 HF Performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBase: G5 (double-ended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower: 18 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLuminous flux: 2,550 lm (3000K) \/ 2,800 lm (4000K and 6500K)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor temperature: 3000 K, 4000 K or 6500 K (selectable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor consistency: ≤ 5 SDCM\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow flicker: SVM ≤ 0.4 \/ PstLM ≤ 1 (according to EU 2019\/2020)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLifespan: \u003cstrong\u003eup to 60,000 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatibility: electronic HF ballasts (check compatibility)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLamp structure: glass light tube with shatterproof PET coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for food industry: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOperating temperature: −20…+45 °C (also suitable for low temperatures)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProtection class: IP20\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiameter: 18.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLength: 849 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct codes: 3000K = 4099854497698 \/ 4000K = 4099854497711 \/ 6500K = 4099854497735\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect replacement — simple installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis HF model is designed for \u003cstrong\u003edirect replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e of existing T5 fluorescent tubes in luminaires with an electronic HF ballast (EVG \/ ECG). Installation is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn off power\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove old T5 fluorescent tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall new LED tube into the same holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn on power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo rewiring or removal of choke, starter, or ballast is required — everything remains as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck ballast compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough this lamp is designed for the most common HF ballasts, not all models are 100% compatible. Check compatibility on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLumenled's \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/elektronisten-liitantalaitteiden-yhteensopivuustaulukot\"\u003eCompatibility Tables\u003c\/a\u003e page\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLedvance's official compatibility list: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ledvance.com\/low-voltage-ledlamps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewww.ledvance.com\/low-voltage-ledlamps\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common compatible ballast brands are: Helvar, Tridonic, Osram, Philips, Vossloh-Schwabe, Ledvance. If the ballast is a rarer brand or an older model, please contact our customer service before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAC vs HF — when to choose which?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHF model (this one):\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable when you want a \u003cstrong\u003equick and affordable replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e for an existing HF luminaire without wiring changes. Suitable for replacing individual burned-out lamps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAC model:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for new installations or renovations where the luminaire's ballast is to be removed. See our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ledvance-ledtube-t5-ac-performance-g5-18w-849mm\"\u003eLedvance LEDTUBE T5 AC Performance 18W\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces 39W T5 fluorescent tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 18W LED tube matches the lighting efficiency of a traditional 39W T5 fluorescent tube. Energy savings are approximately \u003cstrong\u003e54%\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the LED tube has a lifespan of up to 60,000 hours — more than double the lifespan of a traditional fluorescent tube (12,000–24,000 h). The length of 849 mm corresponds to the standard length of a 39W T5 fluorescent tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShatter protection — use in food and healthcare industries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe glass light tube of this lamp is protected by a special PET coating that contains glass fragments if the lamp breaks. This makes the lamp suitable for areas where broken glass could be a health hazard:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFood industry and processing (in accordance with HACCP regulations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRestaurant kitchens and bakeries\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeat processing plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHospitals and healthcare facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChemical industry and laboratories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow flicker — for office use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lamp complies with the EU 2019\/2020 directive's flicker requirements: SVM ≤ 0.4 (stroboscopic effect) and PstLM ≤ 1 (short-term flicker). This means that the lamp is suitable for long-term use in offices, supermarkets, schools, or hospitals without eye strain or headaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccurate color consistency — ≤ 5 SDCM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eColor consistency (SDCM, Standard Deviation of Color Matching) is ≤ 5, which is a premium level. When several lamps are installed side-by-side (e.g., office ceiling lighting or supermarket ceiling lighting), their color tone is very consistent — no visible differences between different lamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso suitable for low temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe operating temperature of −20…+45 °C covers all Finnish conditions. The lamp lights up at full power immediately even in cold environments, which is important for cold storage, outdoor shelters, and industrial halls, for example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited outdoor use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lamp's protection class is IP20 (indoor use), but outdoor use is possible in moisture-protected luminaires (IP44 or better).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for emergency lighting luminaires\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lamp is not certified for emergency lighting use — it does not work with backup battery systems. If you need a T5 LED tube suitable for emergency lighting, please see the Bailey Ecoplus T5 LED HF models in our selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation checklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck that the luminaire has a T5 G5 base (base with 5 mm pin spacing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck that the luminaire has an electronic HF ballast (EVG \/ ECG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck ballast compatibility from the Compatibility Tables\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck that the lamp length of 849 mm fits the luminaire\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn off power — remove the old fluorescent tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall the new LED tube into the same holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn on power and check operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso explore other \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/t5-led-putket\"\u003eT5 LED tubes\u003c\/a\u003e in our selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Ledvance","offers":[{"title":"18W \/ 3000K \/ 849mm","offer_id":56762910703960,"sku":"4099854497698","price":38.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"18W \/ 4000K \/ 849mm","offer_id":56762910736728,"sku":"4099854497711","price":38.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"18W \/ 6500K \/ 849mm","offer_id":56762910769496,"sku":"4099854497735","price":38.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/2171\/6917\/files\/asset-13099524_led_tube_t5_ledvance_02e0acbe-90b3-4054-83e8-64e082226cb2.webp?v=1771776465","url":"https:\/\/www.lumenled.fi\/en\/products\/ledvance-ledtube-t5-hf-performance-g5-18w-849mm","provider":"Lumenled Oy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}