450mm T8, 7W
Compact display or equipment fixtures where physical clearance is the main constraint.
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T8 LED Tube Light for Fixture-Matched Replacement
Start with your existing fixture. Its holders, wiring, length and light requirements will determine which T8 LED tube light to sample.
- Published T8 options from 450mm to 2400mm
- Holder and circuit checks, including ballast status and pin engagement
- Model-specific diffuser, label and packing choices
Start with the fixture
A T8 tube that fits the circuit and the room
A T8 tube may fit between the holders yet still be wrong for the circuit. Check the holders, ballast, feed side and tube length before choosing a replacement.
VST lists seven T8 LED tube light models spanning compact display work through long industrial runs. Record the existing lamp and fixture, then check the actual holder and supply route before comparing wattage. A tube can physically enter a fitting and still be electrically wrong. The selected sample should be tested in the intended fixture, including light appearance and any diffuser or label changes. This T8 LED tube supplier can then quote the model, options and long-carton packing against a defined replacement route.
Holder before wattage
Check the lampholder type, pin engagement and clearances before you compare power labels. A T8 shape does not establish the internal wiring of an existing fixture.
Circuit route
Identify whether the circuit contains a ballast or needs a bypass and who is responsible for the change. Keep the approved wiring method with the sample record.
Length and handling
Short and very long tubes present different fitting and transport questions. Check overall dimensions, fixture space and carton protection for the selected model.
Light appearance
Compare output, CCT, CRI and clear or frosted cover options in the actual room. A bench photograph cannot establish glare or comfort after installation.
Model-level supply
What VST can check before release
VST, a T8 LED tube light manufacturer, can identify the exact tube, fixture interface, sample checks and available test records in its quotation.
Published model range
VST publishes T8 models at 450, 600, 900, 970, 1200, 1500 and 2400mm nominal lengths. Each model has its own page so the quotation can identify one specific product.
Fit discussion
Fixture photographs and a wiring description let the team flag holder or ballast questions before a sample is chosen. Electrical alterations still require the installer to follow local requirements.
Photometric checks
VST describes integrating-sphere checks for output, color temperature and color rendering. Ask which measurement and documents apply to the exact tube and market.
Order continuity
Keep the approved tube, diffuser, end cap, label and carton details with the order. That gives a repeat order a specific configuration to match.
Export handling
Long tubes need packaging that protects ends and diffusers during transport. Confirm pack quantity and carton dimensions for the selected length before finalizing freight.
Product boundary
What makes a T8 replacement compatible
A T8 lamp's diameter tells you its format. It does not settle its length, wiring or compatibility with the fixture.
A T8 LED tube light combines an LED source, driver, housing, diffuser and end caps. The published VST T8 pages list 150 lm/W, AC85–265V input, 160° beam and G13 or G5 base options; the exact ordered configuration still has to match the fixture. Before release, check overall length, holder, wiring, ballast condition and whether any optional IP65 version is required. A T8-to-LED project can change the circuit, so the installation method belongs in the sample and order record.
Published T8 models
Choose a length for the existing fixture
These photos show the T8 family. VST's T8 LED tube factory listings give dimensions and power for each model; compare them with your fixture before choosing one.
600mm T8, 10W
Short commercial retrofits in corridors, classrooms and small service rooms.
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900mm T8, 14W
A middle-length option for retail counters and nonstandard existing fittings.
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1200mm T8, 18W
A common office and supermarket replacement where holder and wiring are already known.
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2400mm T8, 36W
Long warehouse or production runs that also need handling and carton planning.
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Four checks that change the choice
Check the holder, circuit, light appearance and packing for the model you plan to order.
Fixture fit
The holder and tube ends must engage securely; a correct length label does not prove the fitting accepts the supplied end cap.
Wiring route
A documented feed and ballast decision prevents a mechanically suitable tube from being connected to the wrong circuit.
Diffuser choice
Clear and frosted PC covers change the visible lamp appearance; compare a sample in the real task area.
Long-carton protection
The selected length affects handling and packing. Agree on carton support before a mixed or long-run shipment.
Tube construction
Three physical details to approve
The LED board, housing and end caps each affect whether the tube suits your fixture.
Light source
LED board
The LED board and packages produce the light. Color and appearance depend on the selected LEDs, driver setting and diffuser, so compare the quoted model's CCT and CRI data with a sample. A T8 LED tube light supplier should carry the accepted optical configuration into production.
Housing
Aluminum profile
The extrusion supports the LED board and provides a thermal path along the tube. Its profile also determines how the diffuser and end caps meet, so a change in housing can affect fixture clearance even when nominal length remains similar. Check the actual diameter and overall length against the fitting before approving a replacement.
End cap
Pins and interface
End caps carry the mechanical interface to the lampholder. Different cap or rotating-end arrangements cannot be assumed interchangeable from a front photograph. Confirm pin style, orientation, retention and the approved wiring arrangement with the intended fixture. A physical sample is especially useful when an older fitting has limited clearance.
Company context
See the team behind the supply
These videos introduce VST and its customer relationships. Use the product pages for T8 model specifications.
Company overview
The company video introduces VST's lighting work. For dimensions, electrical connections and test evidence, use the selected T8 model page and sample documents.
Customer cooperation
The customer video shows how VST communicates during an order. Fixture compatibility still needs a model-specific check.
Applications
Where T8 fit matters most
The right tube depends on the existing fixture and what the space needs from the light.
Office ceiling retrofit
An office fixture can look like a standard T8 fitting while hiding a ballast or an unexpected supply route. Check the holders, wiring, length and required visual comfort. VST can suggest a published tube and supply a sample for the actual fitting before you replace the rest.
School corridors
Corridors often have many identical-looking fittings. Check their lamp length, holders, input voltage and CCT, as well as access for maintenance. VST can compare T8 options and set model-specific labels and cartons so replacement stock stays easy to identify.
Retail stock work
In a backroom or packing area, the retrofit should provide enough task light without unnecessary installation work. Check shelf positions, clearance, wiring and lamp appearance. VST can narrow the model choice and provide a sample; long tubes also need suitable carton protection for staged deliveries.
Dry workshops
A workshop tube may operate through long shifts above a workbench. Check mounting height, fixture type, dust exposure and voltage against the visibility needed for the task. VST can provide a sample and the published power and output data for the selected model.
Display equipment
A display or equipment fitting may leave little room around the pins and end caps. Measure the full available length and check holder engagement, wiring access and the host product's surface-temperature limits. VST can discuss a short T8 model or a supported custom interface, then supply a sample for fit testing.
A useful starting point
Check Your T8 Fixture Before Ordering
Send your existing tube length, photos of the fixture and holders, ballast or wiring details, voltage, target CCT, quantity and market. As your T8 LED tube light supplier, VST can recommend a published model, explain the sample checks and quote the exact configuration.
Technical Detail
T8 Model and Installation Data
Use the published dimensions to narrow the model list, then check the chosen tube against your fixture.
| T8 LED tube light model data — Published model | Power | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| VST-T8-450-7W | 7W | D28 x 450mm |
| VST-T8-600-10W | 10W | D28 x 600mm |
| VST-T8-900-14W | 14W | D28 x 900mm |
| VST-T8-970-15W | 15W | D28 x 970mm |
| VST-T8-1200-18W | 18W | D28 x 1212mm |
| VST-T8-1500-22W | 22W | D28 x 1514mm |
| VST-T8-2400-36W | 36W | D28 x 2400mm |
| Shared published T8 values — Input | Efficacy | Base | Beam | Protection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC85–265V, 50/60Hz | 150 lm/W | G13 or G5 | 160° | IP20; IP65 optional |
Possible changes include diffuser, CCT, CRI, base arrangement, wiring, label and long-carton packing. Confirm the supported combination for the selected model before a modified sample is approved.
LED boards, housings, drivers, end caps and diffusers follow the approved construction. Electrical checks, photometric sampling, aging, appearance and packing checks should reference the specific order configuration.
Isolate power. Identify the existing ballast and feed route, then check holder condition, tube length, voltage and grounding requirements. A qualified installer must follow the approved wiring instruction and local electrical rules before energizing.
Tube Cooperation
Comments on Fixture Matching
Customers describe the fixture and order details they checked with VST.
Ordering with VST
T8 Ordering Questions
Use the selected model to discuss samples, order quantities and terms.
Yes. Samples can be arranged to check physical fit, wiring route, light appearance and packaging. A sample charge can count toward a later production order if both sides agree before testing. There is no automatic free-sample or refund promise.
For a lower-power standard fixture, around 100 pieces can be a discussion starting point. Actual MOQ depends on length, end-cap choice, driver, labeling, cartons and customization. The quotation should state the minimum for the exact configuration.
VST supports private labels and custom packaging. Supply the artwork, required product information, carton marks and destination market. Any structural or tooling change should be separated from a simple label change before a price is approved.
Standard production commonly takes 2–3 weeks after approvals and material readiness. Light customization typically takes 3–4 weeks; extensive changes can take 4–6 weeks. These are production ranges rather than guaranteed delivery dates, and transit is additional.
Regular lighting products commonly have 3- or 5-year options. The applicable term depends on the selected tube, components, operating conditions, market and agreement. Record it against the specific model rather than assuming the longest option applies.
Provide the model and order reference with a short description and clear photos or video. VST can assess the reported product issue and discuss replacement support, either separately or with the next shipment. Responsibility for unrelated damage should not be assumed.
Product Questions
T8 Replacement Decisions
These answers cover the fixture questions that remain after you have shortlisted a T8 LED tube light.
No. Tube diameter alone does not establish electrical compatibility. Check the holder, ballast, supply method, voltage, wiring side, fixture condition and local requirements. The installation route may involve ballast removal or a different compatible tube; record the chosen route before sampling.
Use the published overall dimension and the actual fitting measurement rather than a nominal foot label. A T8 LED tube light sold under a 1200mm category name may not equal the measured clearance in your fixture. For unusual fittings, send the old lamp and holder dimensions so VST can identify an appropriate sample.
| Model example | Published power | Main check |
|---|---|---|
| 450mm T8 | 7W | Compact clearance and holder |
| 1200mm T8 | 18W | Fixture length and wiring |
| 2400mm T8 | 36W | Support, handling and carton |
No. The published base options require a model-specific order check. Inspect the actual lampholder, pin spacing, mechanical engagement and circuit arrangement. A visually similar end cap can still be unsuitable, so match the sample to the intended fitting.
A frosted cover can reduce the visibility of individual LEDs where the tube is in direct view. A clear cover may suit a different task. Compare appearance and required illumination in a sample fixture; a catalog photo cannot establish comfort at your mounting position.
The published pages list IP20 with IP65 as an option. Treat the requested protection as a distinct configuration that must match the environment and the complete tube assembly, including ends and connections. Do not infer outdoor suitability from the rating alone.
Keep the exact model, length, base, wiring instruction, diffuser, CCT, label artwork and packing reference with the accepted sample. That record lets a later order be compared with the approved configuration when a component or installation condition changes.