How to Choose the Right LED Tubes for New Zealand Homes and Businesses

How to Choose the Right LED Tubes for New Zealand Homes and Businesses

LED tubes are energy-efficient and long-lasting, but it's easy to purchase the wrong type if you’re buying online. A common mistake is choosing double-ended LED tubes, which don’t work with most New Zealand fixtures. Here’s how to ensure you buy the right tube.

Single-Ended LED Tubes for New Zealand

In New Zealand, LED tubes are typically single-ended, meaning the power connections are made at one end. This differs from the double-ended tubes used in markets like the USA, which require power at both ends. A double-ended tube won’t fit into your fixture, so be sure to choose the correct type.

What to Look For

  • Single-Ended Tube: Always check that the tube is single-ended for compatibility with local fixtures.
  • Lamp Holder Compatibility: Ensure the lamp holder is compatible with a single-ended LED tube, usually a 'G13' base for T8 tubes.
  • 230V Compatibility: Make sure the tube is designed for New Zealand’s 230V electrical system.
  • SAA Certification: All our products are SAA certified, ensuring they meet local safety standards.

Key Specifications of Our 4ft LED Tube Lights

  • Length: 1.2m (4ft)
  • Power: 18W (equivalent to a 36W fluorescent tube)
  • Wattage (including ballast): 18 - 19W
  • Fluorescent Equivalent: 36W (44 - 50W including ballast consumption)
  • Type: Single-ended power T8 tube, G13 base (LED starter included)
  • Input: AC 200-240V, 50/60 Hz
  • Light Output: 1800 Lumens
  • Colour Temperature: Bright Cool White (5000K)
  • Material: High-quality filmed glass, environmentally friendly
  • Size: Diameter 28mm, Length 1200mm
  • Standards: AS/NZS 60598, IEC62776
  • Certificates: SAA, RCM
  • IP Rating: IP20 – Indoor use only, not for fridges
  • Average Lifetime: Up to 25,000 hours
  • Warranty: 24 months

Conclusion

By selecting single-ended LED tubes, checking compatibility, and choosing certified products, you can be confident you’re getting safe, efficient lighting for your home or business. Our SAA certified 4ft LED tubes, backed by a 2-year warranty, are the perfect solution for New Zealand’s electrical standards.

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