{"product_id":"t8-loisteputki-g13-14w-4000k-361mm","title":"T8 Fluorescent Tube G13 14W 580lm 4000K – 361 mm, special size, natural white","description":"\u003cp\u003eA special-length 14W T8 fluorescent tube with a G13 base, producing natural white 4000K light and good color rendering (CRI 80–89). The 361 mm length is especially suitable for older furniture luminaires, advertising luminaires, and applications where standard-length fluorescent tubes do not fit – for example, in older interior lighting fixtures or custom-made luminaire housings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT8 G13 base. Requires a ballast or electronic control gear. Contains mercury.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notice product-notice--info\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eℹ Special length — 361 mm long\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis fluorescent tube is slightly longer than the most common 14W T8 standard length (360 mm). Check the exact dimensions of your luminaire before ordering – especially for tight housings, the length difference can be significant. Availability can be checked in the shopping cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-notice product-notice--info\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eℹ T8 fluorescent tubes — transitioning to LED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe EU's EcoDesign directive restricts the sale of T8 fluorescent tubes for new installations. This product is available for the \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance of existing luminaires\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you want to modernize your entire system, consider \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/t8-led-putket\"\u003eT8 LED tubes\u003c\/a\u003e – energy savings of about 50% and a lifespan up to 4 times longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLamp Type: T8 fluorescent tube (traditional, contains mercury)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBase: G13 (bi-pin, T8 standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower: 14 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLuminous Flux: 580 lm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor Temperature: 4000 K (natural white)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor Rendering Index (CRI): 80–89 (good)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLifespan: typically 10,000–20,000 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatibility: ballast + starter or electronic control gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContains Mercury: Yes (recycling according to WEEE directive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLamp Shape: tubular, bi-pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiameter: 26 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLength: 361 mm (special length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct Code: FT014CW\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\u003eSpecial length 361 mm — check luminaire dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is slightly longer than the most common 14W T8 standard length (360 mm). A 1 mm difference usually does not affect installation, but some precisely measured luminaires may be sensitive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn most luminaires\u003c\/strong\u003e, 361 mm fits directly into a 360 mm holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecisely measured luminaire housings\u003c\/strong\u003e (e.g., advertising luminaires, vintage fixtures) may require an exact dimension\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasure the length of your existing fluorescent tube\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering if you have doubts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOlder furniture luminaires\u003c\/strong\u003e — under-cabinet kitchen lights, workbench lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvertising luminaires\u003c\/strong\u003e — small light signs, product display luminaires\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafes and display cabinets\u003c\/strong\u003e — small exhibition spaces and shops\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOlder interior lighting fixtures\u003c\/strong\u003e — where a special-length tube is original\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance of older systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — when current fluorescent tubes burn out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT8 vs T5 — do not confuse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA T8 fluorescent tube has a diameter of 26 mm and a G13 base. Do not confuse it with T5 fluorescent tubes, which are thinner (16 mm) and use a G5 base. These are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequires a ballast or electronic control gear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA T8 fluorescent tube needs either a \u003cstrong\u003etraditional ballast and starter\u003c\/strong\u003e or an \u003cstrong\u003eelectronic control gear (EVG \/ HF)\u003c\/strong\u003e to function. Check your luminaire before purchasing to see which system is in use – both are compatible with this fluorescent tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf needed, compatible control gear can be found in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/liitantalaitteet-kuristimet\"\u003eElectrical Supplies → Control Gear\/Ballasts\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains mercury — recycling is important\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike all fluorescent tubes, this one contains a small amount of mercury, which is harmful to the environment. At the end of its lifespan, the fluorescent tube must be recycled according to the WEEE directive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not put the fluorescent tube in mixed waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTake the end-of-life tube to the nearest WEEE collection point (recycling centers, electrical supply stores, hardware stores)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not break the fluorescent tube during transport – mercury vapor is harmful to health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEU EcoDesign Restrictions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe EU EcoDesign directive 2019\/2020 restricts the sale of T8 fluorescent tubes for new systems starting from August 25, 2023:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllowed:\u003c\/strong\u003e maintenance of existing luminaires, replacement of old burnt-out lamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended:\u003c\/strong\u003e long-term modernization of systems to LED alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor special-length T8 fluorescent tubes (like this 361 mm), a comparable quality LED alternative may not be immediately available – in such cases, continued use of the fluorescent tube is justified for the maintenance of an existing luminaire.\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 T8 G13 base (not T5 G5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasure the space between the luminaire holders and check that 361 mm fits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck that the luminaire's ballast or control gear is compatible with 14W power\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall with power off — turn the lamp into place\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn on the power — the fluorescent tube will reach full power in about 30 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAt the end of its life, recycle according to the WEEE directive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, explore our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/loisteputket-t8-g13\"\u003eother T8 G13 fluorescent tubes\u003c\/a\u003e and the energy-efficient \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/t8-led-putket\"\u003eT8 LED alternative\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Lumenled Oy","offers":[{"title":"14W \/ 4000K \/ 361 mm","offer_id":56654495285592,"sku":"FT014CW","price":18.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/2171\/6917\/files\/FT018830-01_2fcc0bbc-d728-4f4a-b61e-15eb930c74f7.jpg?v=1754924847","url":"https:\/\/www.lumenled.fi\/en\/products\/t8-loisteputki-g13-14w-4000k-361mm","provider":"Lumenled Oy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}