Fluorescent Tubes

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Does anyone know anything about fluorescent tubes please?

I need to get a spare tube for the kitchen but can't find any reference to the existing one online. It's marked:

N928 White Osram L65W/23

It looks like there are now modern equivalents but haven't got a clue which to get. I don't really want to change the complete unit.

Any help would be gratefully received.

Thanks,
AL
 
OK - I've ascertained that our existing unit uses T12 tubes. Apparently these can be replaced by the new T8 tubes which will fit the T12 unit. However :confused: I've seen mention of 'ballast' used in the units which might not be compatible with the new tubes. Mind boggling stuff!
 
You just need a new style tube and a new starter/ballast cylinder thingy. The starters are quite cheap. I changed my kitchen one a couple of years ago. It was quite easy. You normally replace the starter/ballast when you change the tube anyway as they always die just after you replace the tube if you don't.
 
Just measure the length of the tube and buy one the same size. It might be thinner in diameter and a lower wattage if the existing tube is really old, but it will still fit. To be honest I’ve never heard of a ballast not matching a new tube and don’t think it’ll be an issue.
 
The ballast isn’t the same thing as a starter. I’ve never had to change a ballast. You only need a new starter if the tube blinks on and off all the time instead of lighting up steadily.
 
there is a bit of blurb as well saying the old ballasts can blow the more modern replacements so it migh actually be a good idea to have a full unit replacement.
they are not much money
 
Thanks very much indeed both. I'm familiar with starters but have never heard of ballast (in this context) before. I'll try a T8 tube and put a new starter in and keep my fingers crossed ;)

Very much appreciate your replies.

Thanks,
AL
 
Mr Bump said:
there is a bit of blurb as well saying the old ballasts can blow the more modern replacements so it migh actually be a good idea to have a full unit replacement.
they are not much money
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Ah!
 
Led is the way forward, whiter brighter light and no flickering start up.
 
Just bear in mind you are likely to have to remove the ballast from the fitting if you use led versions.
 
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