Buy LED Tube Lights NZ – Replace Magnetic & Electronic Ballasts Easily

If you're ready to upgrade your fluorescent fittings, GreenLED offers safe and efficient LED tube lights NZ customers trust. But before you begin, it's important to understand the type of ballast in your current fittings – either magnetic ballast with starter or electronic ballast. This helps determine the right LED tube installation method for your space.

🔎 Two Types of Ballasts in Fluorescent Fixtures

1. Magnetic Ballast (With Starter)

This is the older, more common type in New Zealand homes and garages. It includes a cylindrical starter located near the tube. You’ll usually hear a “click” when the light starts up, and there may be a brief flicker.

To install LED tubes in these fittings:

• Remove the old fluorescent tube
• Remove or bypass the magnetic ballast and starter
• Install your single-ended power LED tube as per wiring guide

Note: This should be done by a qualified electrician to ensure safety and compliance.

2. Electronic Ballast (No Starter)

This newer type is found in more modern fixtures. It does not use a starter, and the ballast is built into the fitting. It typically provides instant start-up without flickering.

For LED conversion:

• You must fully bypass the electronic ballast
• Rewire the fixture to connect directly to mains power on one end
• Use only single-ended LED tubes that are compliant in NZ

Again, always use a licensed electrician when modifying fixtures.

💡 Why Single-Ended LED Tubes Are Best for NZ

At GreenLED, we only supply single-ended LED tubes because they are safer and meet New Zealand electrical standards. These tubes are powered from one end only, reducing installation error and increasing protection against electric shock.

Explore our LED tube lights designed specifically for NZ conditions.

📦 Where to Use LED Tubes

• Garages and sheds
• Retail stores and offices
• Workshops and factories

Whether you're upgrading a magnetic or electronic ballast, LED tubes will reduce your power usage and maintenance time significantly.

✅ SAA Certified for New Zealand Use

All our LED tubes are SAA certified, ensuring they meet local safety regulations. They’re reliable, long-lasting, and ideal for retrofitting existing fluorescent setups.

💬 FAQ – LED Tube Lights NZ

How do I tell if my fixture has a magnetic or electronic ballast?

If there’s a starter (a small white cylinder), it’s magnetic. If not, and the tube lights up instantly with no flicker, it’s likely electronic.

Can I install these LED tubes myself?

Installation should always be done by a qualified electrician, especially when bypassing ballasts or modifying fittings.

Do you have both 1200mm and 1500mm LED tubes?

Yes! We stock both common sizes to fit standard NZ fluorescent fittings.

🛒 Shop LED Tube Lights NZ-Wide

Whether you're replacing tubes in an old magnetic fixture or rewiring from an electronic ballast, GreenLED has the perfect LED tube solution. Our products are safe, affordable, and shipped fast across NZ.

Browse our LED tube lights today, or check out our LED downlights and LED bulbs for more lighting options.