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Sixteen clear 48-inch T8 LED tubes in a bulk pack

GE Lighting

GE Lighting 13142 LED T8 Tube 15W 48in 6500K 1800lm 16-Pack

SKU CH-GWQ8-9C6B1

Sixteen 48-inch plug-and-play LED tubes deliver 1,800 lumens of 6,500 K daylight at 15 watts each

  • Sold as16
  • Number of items16
  • 16-tube contractor pack simplifies large installs
  • Plug-and-play Type A design fits existing electronic ballasts
  • 15 W LED replaces 32 W fluorescent for lower energy use
  • 6500 K daylight output suits active spaces
  • Rated 36 000 hours for 16-year life at six hours daily

Plug-and-Play T8 LED Replacement

These 48-inch LED tubes replace 32-watt T8 fluorescent lamps using the existing electronic ballast. The Type A design requires no rewiring; simply remove the old tube and insert the new one. They fit the same G13 medium bi-pin fixtures as standard T8 bulbs. The 16-pack supplies a full contractor case for multi-room upgrades.

15-Watt Output and 36,000-Hour Life

Each tube draws 15 watts while delivering 1800 lumens at 6500 K daylight colour. The 80 CRI rating provides acceptable colour rendering for general task lighting. Rated life reaches 36,000 hours, which equals roughly 16 years at six hours of daily use. Energy consumption is less than half that of the fluorescent tubes they replace.

Ballast-Dependent Compatibility Limits

Operation depends on a compatible electronic T8 ballast; the tubes will not function on magnetic ballasts, T5 or T12 fixtures, or direct-wire installations. Performance varies with ballast age and specification, so light output may differ between fixtures. Mercury-free construction removes hazardous waste concerns, but the ballast remains a maintenance point that will eventually require separate replacement.

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Specifications

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Brand nameGeneral Electric
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Number of items16

Questions about this item

Will the GE 13142 LED tube work with the electronic ballast already in my 48-inch T8 fixture?

Yes, the GE 13142 is a Type A plug-and-play tube designed to operate directly on the existing electronic ballast in 48-inch T8 fixtures without rewiring.

How can I confirm the 6500K daylight output is performing correctly after installation?

The tubes should emit a cool, bluish-white light at 1800 lumens with an 80 CRI; a noticeable reduction in energy draw compared to 32-watt fluorescents also indicates proper operation.

Does the 16-pack include any ballasts, connectors or mounting hardware, or are they just the tubes?

The case contains 16 GE 13142 LED tubes with medium bi-pin G13 bases only; ballasts, connectors and mounting hardware are not included and must be sourced separately if required.

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