Phasing out Fluorescent Lamps
FAQ
We provide answers here to frequently asked questions concerning the new directives.
Inspect the general condition of your lighting, inventory the availability of spare parts, check the age of luminaires and for how many hours a day they shine. Based on this information, it will be easier to evaluate your needs and find an optimal solution for the future.
Yes, you can. But you should keep in mind that it may affect light distribution adversely, and not all types of luminaires are suitable. Some suppliers advise against placing LED tubes in an enclosed luminaire since the working life is affected by the heat propagation. Also keep in mind that if you make reconnections, you assume all product responsibility.
No, you won’t, since the light distribution from a fluorescent lamp is different to an LED tube. For example, if the luminaire has a reflector, the light distribution and other technical characteristics may change when switching, which may mean that the requirements of the lighting standard are no longer met.
Some LED tubes are dimmable, but the functionality of the tube is not always compatible with the HF ballast. The best solution for your installation must be determined on a case-by-case basis. When it comes to LED tubes, the functionality is not always compatible with the HF ballast, but they can be dimmable.
Keep in mind that it is not only the fluorescent lamps that are consumed, other components such as HF ballasts may stop working over time. If the fluorescent lamp is then replaced with an LED tube, there may be a need to replace other components of the luminaire in the near future. There is also a risk that spare parts for fluorescent lamp luminaires will stop being produced as fluorescent lamps are phased out, which can lead to a shortage of spare parts. In such cases, it may be more beneficial to replace the entire luminaire.
Definitely. An optimised LED luminaire has long durability and possible functions such as lighting control and Constant Light Output (CLO), which increase the luminaire’s energy efficiency, reduce maintenance, and may reduce the number of installed luminaires. With fewer luminaires and reduced maintenance, the risk of production stoppages in industry, for example, is also significantly reduced.
Upgrading is a good option from a sustainability perspective, and with Fagerhult’s circular initiative Re:Furbish, we can renew, reuse, and rebuild your luminaires. After the conversion, it is tested according to current standards to ensure that it meets applicable requirements, after which it is CE marked so that you obtain a good and energy-efficient light in your installation.