Slim Linear Retrofit
T5 LED Tube Options for Compact Commercial Fixtures
Measure the fitting before choosing a T5 LED tube. The available space, G5 holders and wiring determine which model can work. Then compare the light needed at the shelf or task surface.
- Six published models across several power levels
- G5 holder and clearance checks with a physical sample
- Cover and light-appearance choices for display or task use
A narrow fit
Fit the tube before comparing light output
A T5 tube's slim body helps in a tight fitting only if its holders and power supply also match.
VST publishes T5 LED tube models at 600, 900, 1200 and 1500mm nominal lengths with several power choices. Their published dimensions show a 20mm diameter and lengths that must be compared with the real fitting. A G5 end cap does not explain whether an existing ballast remains in the circuit. Record the host fixture, wiring route and access for installation before selecting a sample. As a T5 LED tube supplier, VST can quote the exact model, diffuser and packaging for the replacement or integration task.
Slim clearance
Measure the available channel, diffuser and holder space. The published D20 body helps narrow the route, but a physical sample settles tight mechanical fits.
G5 engagement
Check pin spacing and retention in the actual holder. An apparently similar tube cannot be approved from its photograph alone.
Electrical route
Identify voltage and ballast or bypass method before wiring. Keep the final circuit instruction with the model selected for the order.
Display appearance
A shelf or cabinet places the light close to visible products. Compare CCT, diffuser and glare with a sample in the actual viewing direction.
Supply detail
Why the T5 proposal needs model control
VST, a T5 LED tube manufacturer, can list the model, G5 interface and sample checks in its quotation so you know which tube the order covers.
Six published options
VST lists six T5 tube models. Their separate product pages let you compare lengths and power without treating the family as one specification.
Fixture discussion
A photo of the old lamp and holder can reveal whether the proposed slim tube requires a different fitting or wiring step before installation.
Sample appearance
Integrating-sphere checks support model-level output, CCT and CRI discussions. The visible result in a display still needs evaluation in the actual location.
Customization route
The team can discuss CCT, cover, labeling and packaging where the chosen construction supports them. A deeper interface change needs separate engineering and sampling scope.
Order records
Keep the approved dimensions, end caps, wiring and carton details with the order. They give the next shipment a clear specification to match.
Product boundary
T5 LED Tube Construction and Compatibility
T5 tells you the tube format. The specific model determines its dimensions and electrical requirements.
The published VST T5 LED tube series uses a D20 tube body, a G5 base, an internal constant-current driver and AC85–265V input. It lists 150 lm/W and a 160° beam for the documented models, with IP20 and an optional IP65 route. These values apply to the published tube construction; they do not make a different integrated batten or old fluorescent fitting automatically compatible. Check the actual holder, overall length, circuit, diffuser and protection before treating one model as a direct replacement.
T5 model choices
Compare T5 LED Tube Lengths and Power
The photo shows the T5 family, while each model page gives its actual overall length. VST, as a T5 LED tube manufacturer, can match those dimensions to your fitting.
900mm T5, 15W
An intermediate route where a display or service counter needs a longer linear span.
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1200mm T5, 18W
One of two published 1200mm nominal options for commercial linear replacements.
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1500mm T5, 25W
Longer fixture coverage with a different power option from the 30W model.
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1500mm T5, 30W
The highest published T5 power in this series; check light levels and existing supports.
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Four slim-tube decisions
A slim tube still needs checks for space, electrical connection and light appearance.
Narrow profile
The D20 body can fit a compact channel, but overall length and end-cap clearance still control the replacement.
G5 interface
G5 pin geometry is one mechanical check; the holder and approved wiring route complete the connection decision.
Close-range lighting
Where the tube is near merchandise or a desk, the diffuser and viewing direction matter as much as nominal output.
Model labeling
A clear model and carton reference helps separate similar lengths or power levels during receiving and repeat supply.
Slim tube construction
Parts that control the fit
The LED board, narrow profile and G5 end caps each matter in a tight installation.
Light source
LED board
The LED board carries the light source along the tube. Its placement, driver current and diffuser affect what you see at a nearby task surface. Published model efficacy does not replace a visual sample in a close-range display. Keep the CCT and cover choice tied to the approved T5 LED tube.
Housing
Slim body
The aluminum profile supports the board and gives the T5 tube its narrow outer diameter. Its actual length and relationship to the cover and end caps determine whether a restricted channel remains serviceable. Check physical clearance, contact with the holder and access for future replacement before finalizing a tight installation.
End cap
G5 pins
The end cap carries the G5 mechanical interface. Pin alignment, holder condition and retention must be checked on the host fitting; the term T5 alone cannot establish electrical compatibility. For an OEM project, record any supported interface change as a separate sample configuration rather than assuming a standard cap will fit.
Working context
Company and cooperation views
These videos show VST's work and customer communication. Use the chosen tube's product page for specifications.
VST overview
The company video introduces VST's lighting range. Fixture fit depends on the selected T5 model's dimensions and a physical sample.
Customer view
The customer video shows how VST handles communication. Check the G5 holders, circuit and nearby light appearance with the actual T5 sample.
Applications
Where a Slim T5 LED Tube Fits
Measure the space and view the sample from the position where the light will be used.
Retail display shelves
A shelf fitting may need a slim source close to the merchandise. Check channel depth, holder access, cover appearance and reflections from the products on display. VST can compare the published T5 lengths and supply a sample to view in place.
Office task cabinets
A cabinet or task fitting needs room for its doors, contents and future lamp replacement. Measure the cavity and check the G5 holders, circuit and light color. VST can compare those details with a standard T5 model or discuss a supported custom interface.
Hospitality service corridors
A back-of-house corridor needs a tube that fits and can be replaced without difficult access. Check the mounting, length, supply and cleaning exposure. VST can provide a published T5 model for evaluation and keep its cap, cover and carton details with later orders.
Equipment work areas
In a protected machine or workbench area, leave enough room for moving parts and maintenance. Check voltage, holder support, cable routing and the work surface that needs light. VST can discuss a T5 tube or a separate integrated fitting and sample the supported option.
Pharmacy counters
Counter lighting should make labels and small items readable without harsh reflections. Check the mounting position, color requirement, cover and available length. VST can recommend a published slim tube and supply a sample to judge at the counter.
Start with fit
Find a T5 LED Tube for Your Fixture
Send a photo of the old tube and holders, the measured channel, voltage, ballast or wiring details, preferred CCT, quantity and market. As your T5 LED tube supplier, VST can recommend a published model, explain the sample fit checks and quote the exact configuration.
Technical Detail
T5 Specification and Fitting
Compare the published tube dimensions with your fitting before choosing a model.
| Published T5 LED tube model | Power | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| VST-T5-600-10W | 10W | D20 x 562mm |
| VST-T5-900-15W | 15W | D20 x 862mm |
| VST-T5-1200-18W | 18W | D20 x 1162mm |
| VST-T5-1200-22W | 22W | D20 x 1162mm |
| VST-T5-1500-25W | 25W | D20 x 1462mm |
| VST-T5-1500-30W | 30W | D20 x 1462mm |
| Shared published T5 values — Input | Efficacy | Base | Beam | Protection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC85–265V, 50/60Hz | 150 lm/W | G5 | 160° | IP20; IP65 optional |
Supported discussions may include CCT, CRI, clear or frosted cover, labels, cartons and compatible end-cap or wiring routes. Confirm the chosen model and any mechanical change through a sample.
At VST’s T5 LED tube factory, the approved board, driver, profile, diffuser and end caps determine the assembly. Electrical function, light appearance, aging, final inspection and protective packing can be checked against that configuration.
Disconnect power and identify the existing circuit. Verify G5 holder condition, actual length, voltage, ballast or bypass path and local electrical requirements. Install only the approved tube in a compatible fitting.
Slim-Tube Cooperation
Comments on T5 Samples
Customers describe the dimensions, fittings and packing they checked.
Ordering with VST
T5 Supply Questions
Order quantity, labels and packaging depend on the model you choose.
Yes. A sample can be arranged to check G5 engagement, overall length, light appearance and packaging. A sample charge may be credited against a later bulk order only when agreed in advance. Provide the host fixture details so the sample answers the actual fit question.
No single quantity covers every model and option. For standard lower-power tubes, around 100 pieces can be an initial discussion point. The final MOQ depends on length, components, label, packing and customization and belongs in the quotation.
VST supports private labels and custom cartons. Share the required product data, artwork and destination market so placement and content can be checked. A structural change or special tooling should be quoted separately from ordinary label work.
For a standard T5 tube, allow about 2–3 weeks in production once the model and materials are settled. A limited change normally needs 3–4 weeks; deeper development usually needs 4–6 weeks. Freight and approval delays are additional.
Regular lighting products commonly offer 3- or 5-year options. The selected model, driver, operating environment and commercial agreement determine the applicable term. Record the final coverage in the model-specific quotation.
When a tube fails, identify its model and order, describe the symptoms and attach photos or a short video. VST will assess the product issue and discuss a replacement item in a separate parcel or a later shipment.
Product Questions
T5 Fit and Interface Questions
These answers cover holder fit, circuit compatibility and close-range appearance for T5 LED tubes.
No. The G5 holder and nominal shape do not settle the electrical circuit. Identify the old ballast, feed path, voltage and local installation rules before making a replacement decision. A fixture photo and sample test are useful when the wiring is uncertain.
Compare the actual dimension on the selected model page with the holder-to-holder space and any nearby cover. The 1200mm nominal T5 models, for example, list a 1162mm body dimension. Measure the host fitting rather than selecting by the category name alone.
| Nominal group | Published power | Main decision |
|---|---|---|
| 600mm | 10W | Compact fit |
| 1200mm | 18W or 22W | Task light level |
| 1500mm | 25W or 30W | Longer span and output |
No. Inspect the holder for pin retention, damage and clearance and confirm the circuit route. A lamp photograph cannot prove that a worn or differently wired fitting accepts the selected T5 construction.
An integrated batten includes its own housing and mounting arrangement. It is a different installation route from putting a T5 tube into an existing two-ended holder. Compare available space, wiring access, mounting surface and maintenance method before switching formats.
The published standard is IP20 with IP65 listed as an option. Specify the intended environment and verify the exact sealed assembly, end interfaces and wiring for the order. A bare tube photo cannot prove that an installation is protected from water.
Viewing angle and diffuser appearance become important at short distances. Compare a real sample under the intended shelf or display surface and check CCT, reflection and service access. Published efficacy alone does not tell you how comfortable the installation will look.