Need to replace a 5ft fluorescent tube? This 5ft LED tube light is a 1.5m T8 model designed for bright indoor lighting in offices, workshops, garages, storerooms and commercial spaces. It uses a G13 base, produces 2400 lumens of cool white 5000K light and includes an LED starter for suitable magnetic-ballast fittings.
Quick Guide: Is This the Right 5ft LED Tube for You?
| Length | 1500mm / 1.5m / 5ft |
| Tube format | T8, G13 base, single-ended power |
| Power | 24W LED |
| Brightness | 2400 lumens |
| Light colour | 5000K cool white |
| Application | Indoor, IP20 |
| Warranty | 24 months |
Why Choose This 5ft LED Tube Light?
- Efficient 24W output: designed to replace the role of a conventional 58W fluorescent tube.
- 2400-lumen brightness: suitable for general task and commercial lighting.
- 5000K cool white: a crisp, practical colour for work areas and utility spaces.
- LED starter included: useful for compatible magnetic-ballast retrofits.
- Filmed-glass construction: as listed in the current Green LED product specification.
- NZ product documentation: current documentation lists AS/NZS 60598 and IEC 62776, with SAA / RCM certification.
Will This 5ft LED Tube Fit My Existing Fluorescent Fitting?
Start by checking the length. This model is 1500mm long and 28mm in diameter. It is a T8 tube with a standard G13 two-pin base.
Next, identify the ballast type. If your old fitting has a removable fluorescent starter, it is commonly a magnetic-ballast setup. The supplied LED starter is intended for suitable magnetic-ballast retrofit applications. If the fitting uses an electronic ballast, the current installation instructions require the ballast to be bypassed or removed before this LED tube is used.
Use our magnetic vs electronic ballast guide if you are unsure.
What Does 24W Mean on This 5ft LED Tube?
The LED tube itself is rated at 24W. The current product information lists approximately 25W including ballast consumption in a compatible setup. The fluorescent reference is a 58W tube, with a complete fluorescent system listed at approximately 68–72W once ballast consumption is included.
How Bright Is a 2400-Lumen LED Tube?
This tube is rated at 2400 lumens. That makes it a practical general-purpose 5ft tube for offices, workshops and similar spaces. If you need substantially more light from the same 5ft format, the premium 5ft LED tube light is rated at 3900 lumens.
What Does 5000K Cool White Look Like?
5000K produces a bright, neutral-to-cool white appearance. It is well suited to areas where visibility and concentration matter more than a soft residential atmosphere, including workshops, garages, stockrooms, utility areas and many office environments.
Where Can You Use This 5ft LED Tube?
- Offices and commercial work areas
- Workshops and garages
- Storerooms and utility spaces
- Retail and back-of-house areas
- Indoor industrial support areas
- Existing compatible 5ft T8 fittings
The tube is listed as IP20 for indoor use.
5ft LED Tube Light Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Length | 1500mm / 1.5m / 5ft |
| Power | 24W; approximately 25W including ballast consumption |
| Fluorescent reference | 58W fluorescent; approximately 68–72W including ballast consumption |
| Type / base | T8, G13, single-ended power; LED starter included |
| Input | AC 200–240V, 50/60Hz |
| Light output | 2400 lumens |
| Colour temperature | 5000K cool white |
| Material | Filmed glass |
| Dimensions | Ø28 × 1500mm |
| IP rating | IP20 – indoor use only |
| Average life | Up to 25,000 hours |
| Standards listed | AS/NZS 60598, IEC 62776 |
| Certificates listed | SAA / RCM |
| Warranty | 24 months |
Standard vs Premium 5ft LED Tube Lights
This standard 24W model is aimed at economical everyday replacement and produces 2400 lumens. The premium 5ft LED tube light uses 30W, produces 3900 lumens, has aluminium + milky PC construction and carries a 5-year replacement warranty.
If your fitting is shorter, see the 4ft LED tube light. Browse all LED tube lights NZ for side-by-side options.
Safety Declaration and NZ Product Documentation
You can download the SDoC for this 5ft LED tube light. The current product documentation lists AS/NZS 60598 and IEC 62776, with SAA / RCM certification.
Frequently Asked Questions About 5ft LED Tube Lights
Is this tube 5ft or 1.5m?
Both terms describe the same product size here. The tube is 1500mm long.
Does it come with an LED starter?
Yes. An LED starter is included for suitable magnetic-ballast fittings.
Can I install it into an electronic-ballast fitting?
Not as a simple tube-only swap. The electronic ballast needs to be bypassed or removed according to the current installation instructions, and that rewiring requires a licensed electrician.
What is the difference between this and the premium 5ft tube?
This model is 24W and 2400 lumens with a 2-year warranty. The premium model is 30W and 3900 lumens with a 5-year replacement warranty.
Is 5000K very blue?
It is a cool, bright white rather than a warm yellow-white. It is commonly chosen for task-oriented areas.
Can I use this in a wet area?
The tube is specified as IP20 for indoor use. Do not treat the tube itself as weatherproof or suitable for exposed wet locations.
What if voltage fluctuations are common at my site?
The previous Green LED product guidance cautioned that this standard model can be more sensitive to voltage fluctuations from large appliances. For more demanding applications, compare the premium 5ft tube.
For a standard 1.5m T8 replacement with 2400 lumens and 5000K cool white light, this 24W model is the economical choice. Confirm the tube length and ballast type before ordering.