An 18-watt, 36-inch T5 LED tube for offices, retail spaces, and task lighting, with a bright 5000K natural light and dual-mode Type A+B installation.
This Nuvo Lighting LED T5 lamp replaces traditional fluorescent T5 tubes with modern efficiency and flexibility. The dual-mode Type A+B operation lets you install it directly with existing ballasts or convert to ballast-bypass for simplified maintenance and energy savings. The PET-coated frosted glass adds shatter resistance without compromising light quality, making it a reliable choice for commercial and residential spaces.
Best for
- Office workstations and cubicles needing bright, natural light for focus and accuracy
- Retail stores and showrooms where color clarity and a clean, white light matter
- Warehouses and storage areas requiring durable, shatter-resistant lighting
- Task lighting over workbenches, desks, or craft tables
- Enclosed fixtures, as this lamp is rated for enclosed use
Not ideal for
- Wet or outdoor locations - this lamp is rated for damp locations only
- Spaces needing a warm, cozy light - 5000K is a cool, daylight-like white
- Direct replacement in fixtures with non-compatible ballasts without bypass conversion
How bright is it?
2500 lumens - roughly equivalent to a 39-watt fluorescent T5, providing ample light for task and general lighting in medium-sized areas. It's bright enough for focused work but not overpowering for ambient use.
Light color and feel
5000K natural light - a crisp, cool white that mimics daylight. It enhances alertness and color perception, making it ideal for workspaces, retail, and any area where true-to-color rendering is important. With a CRI of 80+, colors appear natural and vibrant.
Sizing and fit
This tube measures 33.94 inches in length and 0.62 inches in diameter, fitting standard T5 fixtures with G5 miniature bi-pin bases. It's a direct replacement for 3-foot fluorescent T5 lamps, so it fits existing troffers, strip lights, and under-cabinet fixtures designed for that size.
Specifications
- Fixture Finish: White
- Bulb Wattage: 18W
- Lamp Shape: T5
- ANSI Base: G5
- Lamp Base: Miniature Bi Pin
- Ballast Type: Type A/B
- Rated for Enclosed Fixture: True
- Dimmable: Yes-Dimmable
- Dimmable Text: Reverse Phase; 120V only
- Voltage: 120V-277V
- Lumens: 2500L
- Color Temperature: 5000K K
- Color Temperature: Natural Light
- CRI: 80+
- Average Hours Rated: 50000
- Operating Temperature: -4F to +113F (-20C to +45C)
- Fluorescent Equivalent: 39WW
- 3-Foot Length
- Direct replacement for traditional fluorescent T5 lamps
- Dual Mode Type A+B operation allows ballast-compatible or ballast-bypass installation
- PET-coated frosted glass tube for added shatter resistance and safety
- 5000K CCT
- Rated for use in enclosed fixtures
- Rated for use in damp locations
- NSF Rated
- Dimmable with Compatible Ballasts
- Assembly Required: True
- Country of Manufacture: China
- Location Rating: Damp
- Safety Location: CULUS - Certified/CULUS - Classified/CRUUS - Recognized Component
- Title 20: Exempt
- CEC: Lawful for sale in California
- Warranty: 5-Years
Frequently asked
Is the bulb included? This is the bulb itself - it's a T5 LED tube, not a fixture.
Is it dimmable, and what dimmer should I use? Yes, it is dimmable with compatible ballasts, but only on 120V circuits using reverse-phase dimmers. For ballast-bypass installations, dimming may not be supported.
Can I install this in a bathroom or outdoors? It is rated for damp locations, so it can be used in bathrooms or covered outdoor areas, but not in wet locations or direct exposure to rain.
What's the warranty? This lamp comes with a 5-year warranty.
Can I use this in an enclosed fixture? Yes, it is rated for use in enclosed fixtures.
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