What does T5 HO mean?

high output
“HO” stands for high output. T5 HO lamps deliver more light than standard T5 lamps and are available in higher wattages. HO lamps have the same diameter and length as standard T5 lamps.

How many lumens is a T5 HO?

5,000 lumens
The lamp that makes up the majority of T5 lighting sales is the 54-watt T5HO, which produces 5,000 lumens. T5HO lamps emit more lumens per lamp than T8s or T12s. In fact, one T5HO lamp emits the light output of two T8 lamps.

What is the difference between T5 and T5 HO?

The T5 and T5 HO are the same size, but have different outputs. The T5 has an output of 2,900 lumens, similar to the T8 output. The T5 HO has up to 5,000 lumens. With the T5 HO lamps, fewer lamps can be used on projects, which save money due to less maintenance.

How many lumens is a 54w T5 lamp?

Wales Fluorescent 4 foot (48”) fixture (actual size including prongs 45.2″) 54 watt 6500K Daylight white T5 high output high performance straight tube features a mini bi-pin base, provides a light output of 4800 lumens at a color rendering index (CRI) of 85 and can last an average of, 20,000 hours..

Are all T5 bulbs high output?

T5 lamps are available for standard output and high output. The wattages for standard T5 lamps are 14, 21, 28, and 35 watts. The high-output T5 (T5 HO) lamps are available in 24, 39, 54, and 80 watts (49-watt T5 HO lamps are also available from GE Lighting).

What are Vho lights?

A different type of fluorescent light is the VHO (Very High Output) bulb. Similar in appearance to standard fluorescent tubes, VHO bulbs offer the aquarist more intensity for the same size. VHO bulbs require special ballasts and end caps. They cannot be used with standard fluorescent ballasts.

Can you replace T5 with LED?

Plug and Play, or direct wire, LED T5 lamps make switching from fluorescent to LED simple. These bulbs are easy and quick to install. Replacing the ballast in your current fixture won’t be necessary, as it plugs directly into the fixture without any rewiring.

What is the wattage of T5 fluorescent tube?

The wattages for standard T5 lamps are 14, 21, 28, and 35 watts. The high-output T5 (T5 HO) lamps are available in 24, 39, 54, and 80 watts (49-watt T5 HO lamps are also available from GE Lighting).

Can I use T5 HO bulbs in a T5 fixture?

Yes. As you add more bulbs the ballast will reduce the output.

What is the brightest T5 bulb?

Currently, the brightest T5 sized LED tube light is the Philips 473512 LED Dimmable Light Tube. This tube shines with 3500 lumens (54 watt replacement). They cost around $85 for a pack of ten.

What size bulb is T5?

T5 lamps have a diameter equal to 5 times an eighth of an inch, or 5/8″. These lamps are approximately 40% smaller than T8 lamps, which are one inch in diameter, and almost 60% smaller than T12 lamps, which are 1½” in diameter.

Do T5 bulbs lose lumens?

T5 fluorescents from an indoor garden shop are most likely coated with rare earth phosphors, which means they will only lose 5-10% of their initial lumens after 20,000 hours of operation. This is quite remarkable when you consider that even compact fluorescents will lose around 20% of their initial lumens after 10,000 hours of operation.

What are T5 Ho lamps?

A T5HO is a thin, 5/8 inch diameter, high output fluorescent tube. A high output T5 fixture has many advantages. Whereas LEDs have hot spots and create shadows, T5 produces even light with nice fluorescence and the high output live corals and plants demand.

Why are lumens better than watts for measuring LED lights?

LED lighting is best measured in lumens, mainly because the old idea of wattage is not applicable in the same way. LED light bulbs are so much more energy efficient than HIDs and other lighting technologies, the wattage system becomes confusing. The amount of light an LED will give off using 40W of electricity is staggering.