How To Convert T8 Fluorescent Lights to LED ● Explained in Simple Terms

[@chrisnotap]

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[@cabdishariif3887]

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[@800624]

Did this to my shop lights. Easy to do and much brighter. Got bulbs from Ebay. $49 for ten bulbs.

[@rockymountainman7]

The biggest problem i have is that the T8 fluorescent setup kills the radio in my shop instantly any time i turn it on. The number 1 thing i want working in my shop is the radio. My question is will the radio work if i switch the T8 + ballasts out for LED's?

[@minwang9281]

@@rockymountainman7 I think these led light would kill your radio, here is the reason, most of these lights did not pass the EMC and EMI testing, has electromagnetic interference problem.

[@jaunsanchez1456]

Chris Notap how did you hook up the Electric wires To that on/ off switch

[@chrisrepp8608]

I just retrofitted the fluorescent fixtures in my garage, but I used GE T8 type B LED tubes, which made it even easier than what was done in this video. With the type B tubes there is no need for the non-shunted lamp holders. You just clip the wires from the ballast, remove the ballast, reconnect the wires directly to the power, and you're done. Oh, one more optional step: add an inline fuse between the hot wire coming in and the live wire end of the fixture to protect someone who might put a fluorescent tube in in the future. (The type B bulbs come with warning labels that the fixture is no longer safe for fluorescent tubes, but not everybody reads labels.)

[@mikedavis1069]

Thanks Chris. THIS is what I needed to know. Type B info...

[@geonoberkin]

This is the current setup I have in the house I rent, but I can't seem to find any type b bulbs

[@l.crossjr]

@@chrisrepp8608Great info! what fuse size did you use?

[@Warp2090]

They make bulbs that you can just install. No ballast bypassing needed.

[@geonoberkin]

@@Warp2090 but you "waste money" by powering the ballast + the bulb, instead of only the bulb

[@barneycoffman6663]

I liked the way you laid out just the bulbs, connectors, and the wire. Made it clearer for me. Thanks

[@NZMantaGSi]

Its different again for the older type that uses starters and magnetic ballasts, and even with the electronic ballast shown in the video there's often an extra 'preheat' wire used to warm up the lamp filaments prior to ignition which isn't shown here. Clear as mud? :)

[@dennish4304]

You can also get Dual or Double-ended tubes. No messing with the Tombstones (Lamp holders) Just cut out the Ballast and wire hot to one side, neutral to the other. Doesn't matter which side although I prefer to keep the original hot and neutral wires the same. You can install a dual ended tube safely in any direction. If you accidentally install a fluorescent tube in the rewired dual ended fixture nothing will happen. In a single end fixture it will short out.

[@Spreadswings]

I believe shunted tombstones are recommended when wiring dual ended tubes from opposite sides.

[@marcmccord5085]

The industry is going away from single ended LED lamps. Dual ended are so much easier to install, and much safer.

[@beachbum4691]

​@@Spreadswings Brilliant and concise Video, but it doesn't answer the principal question "are these LED tubes simply wired to mains power be it 110 or 240 V"? the rest is obvious. please answer, thank you :)

[@sl1237]

@@marcmccord5085 In a two tube fixture that has been converted to ballast bypass, is it safe to leave one tube out or is that a fire hazard or something? They're a bit too bright!

[@marcmccord5085]

@@sl1237 They operate independently. You can either take out a lamp, or cap off the leads to that lamp. No fire hazard. BUT... dual ended lamps are much better. Easier to install and safer since you don't have the power and neutral to the same socket. Power to one end of the lamp and neutral to the other. And you don't have to put the lamps in a certain way.

[@mikeandirenehealy3440]

I recognize the work of a natural teacher who knows how to use the tools of the teaching trade. Your video has evidence of careful planning, clear presentation, good use of audio-visuals with no fumbling or bad camera work. My ballast-removal project was easier because of your clarity about plug/play vs retrofit, and clear visuals about the wiring. Thanks.

[@chrisnotap]

Wow, thank you for that great feedback!!

[@nazmikinci8367]

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[@ronz101]

YES. Breadboarding can simplify a potentially confusing hookup no matter the application in any trade. 🎉

[@marcse7en]

I converted my 5ft Kitchen Fluorescent to LED 10 years ago! It was easy, and the LED Tube is still working as good as the day it was installed!

[@perceive8159]

Just changed over my 800 Sq/ft garage ( machine shop) to led 5000k with out the ballast, got a steal on 20 new fixtures for 85 dollars! I installed 16 fixtures/ two tubes for each fixture. There are no dark areas in the shop now and that's not an under statement! Like your video shows very easy to install and made a big impact on the power bill. Should have done this years ago 😎

[@chrisnotap]

That's great!! I still like the 5000k ones. I swapped them out for the 4000's just to try again but went back a day later to the 5000's.

[@libaaxalee]

Man appreciate your help, was able to order single ended leds and non shunted sockets and was able to replace easily didn't take that long. Can't believe that electrician asked me $800 for labor just unbelievable. Thank you

[@ScienceNotFaith]

One thing to be aware. I used the replacement bulbs from Costco which still requires the ballast. Like you, I find the light superior to the florescents. However I also have a motion detector on mine so that when I enter the garage via the house door or via car, the lights turn on for me. Works great EXCEPT.... when off, one light from each fixture (of two like yours) stays partially lite. The one bulb never completely turns off. It's about the brightest of a nightlight so I use it as such. Let's me see what's in the garage so I don't trip or not see something before I enter far enough for the motion detector to kick on. I contacted the manufacturer and was told this is how the bulbs work if there's a motion detector on the circuit. They turn off completely if just a regular switch. Just more info for anyone deciding on replace bulb only vs remove ballast options. But I agree - definitely do replace with LED. I was replacing bulbs about every 8 to 12 months. Now it's been years and I haven't had to replace or fix anything.

[@desimora8]

Just working on some fluorescent lights over the kitchen area and you showed me a great idea to solve my conundrum since the repalcement ballasts for the old flourescent light fixtures in place are not longer easy to find almost anywhere. So, I am cosidering replacing them with something else as they are starting to burn out after many years of service.

[@MegaPoxie]

Watched another guy fitting one and I have to say you explained and demonstrated it extremely well to someone with limited wiring knowledge! Thankyou sir!

[@d.j.radioroyspinner8]

Hi Chris, I've been looking for bulbs that would replace my old 40w 2 bulb florescent light that I have in a downstairs office that's used as indirect lighting. As a former electrician (now retired) I have done replacements of LED for old florescent lighting for some time now, but in the past they've always been way too expensive and for the average home owner those prices were out of sight, so TY for this video, Also I'd like to bring up one point that was over looked for the average DIY'er and that's to make sure the power to the light is turned off! If you are comfortable just shutting off a light switch - place tape over the switch, I also put a small key tag that says "DO NOT TURN ON!" Again TY for this great video. Cheers!

[@aprilgriffith4533]

I must say. EXCELLENT VIDEO. I don't see how someone can't comprehend after watching your very descriptive video. Thank you

[@chrisnotap]

Wow, thank you!

[@deany5709]

Finally converted my fluorescent tubes to LED today. Great video gave me the confidence to attempt it and referred to it a couple times while wiring the tombstones to be doubly sure.. Only snag was that I made the pigtail too short. No biggie. Plus I learned some Canadian lingo. Thanks man!!!!

[@e.h.lipton73]

For a man of years you seem to be enjoying yourself. Wish I could still move that easy and come up smiling ☺️

[@chrisnotap]

Yes, I am enjoying myself. I'm glad youtube came along when it did. This is my main gig for entertainment, income and fun.

[@michaelniemann6110]

Thank you for being succinct. I searched several too-drawn-out videos for the information I needed and couldn't get it. You were quick and to the point - without wasting my time. Thank You!

[@alexbezuska]

Thanks your video was the easiest to understand by far. I was able to replace the bulbs in my laundry area and ditch a broken ballast!

[@Yellowjacket1977]

I followed you easy directions just as you said, and it was so easy!! I have now completed 6 fixtures with 4 more to go! I have also shared your information with my boss, and he thinks I am sooooo smart!! haha thanks!

[@robertshorthill4153]

Chris, several weeks ago I happened on a bunch of these so called Plug and Play LED tubes (type A) they didn't work because I had already cut and removed ballasts. So I took them back and got type B tubes that get wires from both ends. Super simple to get lights that work. The hardest part is getting the cover back up cuz I only have two hands. The Frau doesn't want to even come in my shop cuz the chaos bugs her.(?) My third hand is a 2" piece of tape, but my lights work and no ballasts. My point of this is to look for type B or whatever is driven from the one end. I prefer the double ended tubes. Cheers. Bob

[@nutritionfaktoryan]

OUTSTANDING explanation! Love how you laid out the bulbs and explained the circuitry. Thanks for a great job. Best I've seen explaining the process.

[@odqstr2]

"Explained in simple terms" is the most perfect description. Before I went in I knew the how and why of the original setup and which option I should choose for the conversion. I had all the parts and tools and the change-over went off without a hitch. Many thanks!

[@richardharris8477]

Very well explained both verbally and with video. So simple and non shunted Ithink is the way to go, eliminate the ballast altogether.

[@wiggieellenberger9198]

At last - a great video! I looked at numerous videos on "How to be get very confused when converting T8 Fluorescent Lights to LED", before thankfully finding this one that shows how easy it actually is! Thank you Chris, and your understanding of the art of explaining! .

[@chrisnotap]

Awesome, thank you!

[@timb7814]

Excellent video! One thing you missed is that the "Lumens" rating of each bulb is what determines its brightness, NOT the color rating (e.g. 4,100K). You can have two different bulbs, each 4,100K for example, but with different Lumens ratings (different brightness). If one bulb is rated at 2,500 Lumens it will provide more light than a bulb that is rated at 2,200 Lumens for example. The 4,100K is the "color" or tone of the light. It has nothing to do with the amount of light generated from the bulb. Also, it's not clear if you use T12 size lamp holders at the ends, or a different size?

[@WilliamMurphy-uv9pm]

Well stated.

[@dancochran5074]

I watched your DIY video. I tried it. It worked. Easy cheezy. Thanks for making it so simple.

[@craigstephens1995]

Thanks Chris. This video inspired me to go the retrofit route with single-ended bulbs. The wiring you used was the simplest I've seen during my research. Finished three lamp conversions yesterday in the garage and am extremely pleased with the results.

[@michaelcignarella8159]

Just ordered 12.... Going to do my finished basement when they come in ..... Thank you so much Chris !!!

[@Bogie3855]

I just replaced the 4ft fixtures in my garage with daisy chain LED fixtures. Went from 3000k to 6500k and all 4 lamps will run on the same plug as one of the lamps I took out. The originals are old electromagnetic T12s and the difference in light is amazing. Plus since my shop is only heated when I run heaters the lamps are not fussy about cold like the originals.

[@GMans-World]

I've looked at a few of these type of vids and your video is by far the most easiest, straight forward way to explain the process... thanks mate

[@usdmsilvia]

Bought florescent fixtures and bulbs when we bought our house and and been wanting to get led but theybwere to expensive at the time. But after seeing your video, i may be upgrading my fixtures. Thanks for the video.

[@wilsjane]

In the long term the savings are enormous, mainly in running cost, but also in bulb life. If you ran a standard single fluorescent for 15,000 hours, you would need 3 tubes (2 replacements) and burn approximately $500 in electricity. With LED you would only need one tube and the total running cost would be nearer $225. The tube life is something of an estimate, but with a $275 saving in electricity cost, it would not be the end of the world if it needed a replacement.

[@geonoberkin]

This was quick and really well explained the difference between plug and play and the direct. I bought the wrong one! Thank you!

[@madtrexman]

This is EXACTLY what I was searching for! You explained it and the camera work was excellent! I have a ballast going out in one of the units in the kitchen drop ceiling and want to do this. Thank you for the video!

[@JoshuaLevy123]

Just curious how do you like this light in the kitchen? I am looking at replacing the entire fixture in my kitchen due to the grease build up, but the led fixtures I find online do not include a light diffuser and I think I would prefer one with a diffuser.

[@markrothenberg9867]

I did the same in my closet and the garage. The BEST PART...never having to replace bulbs again.

[@Sailor376also]

There are many features of lighting and light bulbs. You mentioned the warmth or Kelvin of your two bulbs 4100K and 5000K. Candles and a wood fire are what we might term the warm end 2500K to 2700K,, and incandescent bulbs are about the same. I think that was one of the reasons for their easy acceptance a 150 years ago,, a carbon filament bulb is about the same as a candle, about the same as fire light. The bright blue sunny sky is the other end of our experience, blue/white 6000K. The feature you did not mention is CRI,, Colour Rendering Index. It is a measure of how complete the spectrum is so we can see colours accurately. The old cool white fluorescent tubes,, those old workshop, drafting office, commercial building T-12 fluorescent tubes,, that we all hated. They make a freshly cleaned white shirt look a bit glowing blue. They were usually on the order of a 5000K light,, but a CRI of 66. I have one old compact fluorescent bulb that has a CRI of about 40.. Only a zombie could like it. The most modern CRI of LED tubes will be CRI 80 to CRI 95. Very complete spectrums,, easy to see colours accurately. It is most likely that the reason you liked both the 4100K and the 5000K is because their CRI was very similar. Today,, we need to be aware of Kelvin,,, daylight or yellow warm,, CRI,, how well does that bulb allow you to see colour, Wattage,, expected life, Lumens,,, dimmable or not dimmable,,, yeah,, it will get you nuts sometimes.

[@towerdave4836]

Am I alone in regarding 4000 to 6000k too harsh for a domestic environment? 4000k for work environments is fine but you need to take care of avoiding glare so light distribution is important. Some light on a ceiling and walls can soften a bright light source.

[@Sailor376also]

@@towerdave4836 This all a bit technical,,, but our eyes are adapted, maybe genetically, to fire light. We have several million years of looking into a fire.. a candle,, a torch,, and only about 80 years of looking into 4000 kelvin light No. I am in agreement 4000 is about my limit. When I lamp a house I choose the candle end of the range,, The best I am aware of for residential use is about 3000 kelvin with a CRI of 90 or greater. Special considerations,, in bath I always choose the soft end 2700 to 3000 (I am not a fan of most of the 2500 kelvin I have found so far.) Kitchen, a bit higher 3000 to 3500 and Dressing areas for clothes selection,, work areas, office,, desk,, drafting,, 3500 to 4000 I only exceed 4000 if the customer states a preference AND the CRI is really high 95. Most bulbs today are sold by wattage,,, the old wattage,, 60 watt,, 75 watt,, 100 watt,, BUT When was the last time you actually bought or even used an old filament bulb We need to learn lumens. 600,, 1000, 1400 lumens. The true wattages if you look carefully are on the order of 6 to 15 watts,,, AND the newest bulbs,, available in Europe and the Middle East and soon to be here, half of that. A 2.7 watt bulb is fully capable of producing 600 lumens. And longevity? My bedroom table lamp burns 24/7 600 lumens,, and been burning for 10 continuous years. Remember the old hall night lights plugged into a wall outlet in the hallway? 7 watts. The bulb type of night light shield plugged into a wall outlet? 12 to 15 watts. You can light half a house now on that much juice.

[@marklilly7197]

Thank you for the video. I ordered the lights first. Luckily I ordered retrofit. I went back and ordered the retrofit connectors after your video.

[@phonemd1]

Thank you for this easy to learn. I have to replace 10 double 8 footers and 10 4 footers next month. this video certainly helped

[@jolenecool6713]

Thank you for explaining in laymen's terms the difference in the two and how to connect em both up. I've got the ballast out in two of my florescent light fixtures and now I know how to fix them both and with led lights as well. Thank you!!!

[@jimbarron8688]

This is how you make a how to video. Well done, clear, and concise. Thank you for taking the time to share your project.

[@chrisnotap]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariotil6872]

GREAT VIDEO. I retrofitted my basement with the help of this video. It was simple after watching video.

[@chrisnotap]

That's great! Glad it helped. What rating of bulb did you go with 5000K?

[@mariotil6872]

4 foot led t- 8 tubes 3500 kelvin / 1900 lumens 15 watt in one room and t-8 U-Bend led bulbs 1900 lumens / 15.5 Watt ... (with 6" spread 21 inch long) in the other room AND retrofit led bulb end holders NON SHUNTED . for a guy with little to some DO- IT -YOURSELF skills -- it was easier then I thought it would be. …………….THANKS...…………….

[@andrewgifford8706]

Very nice explanation of the different types of kits. I needed your video a month ago when I was installing new LED bulbs and found out my ballast was bad. The retrofit is definitely the way to go.

[@harriscreekcentral]

I have bought the plug and play LED's. I just took out the fluorescents - replaced with the LED tubes and I am very happy with the results. No extra wiring etc at all. Thanks for posting this information as well.

[@yewengtan1198]

Andrew Gifford .

[@aaaaa1957]

I found this video to be very helpful, thanks. I noticed so many thumbs down but couldn’t find any comments to go with them. I checked because I thought maybe I missed something, but no. I especially like the way you put the circuit on the bench, it made it very easy to understand. Thanks again.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that great feedback!

[@PolaCaKe890]

Thank you for the explanation between retro fit and plug and play. I've been confused for months.

[@walterfouts8094]

I like this guy . he gets to the point right away. Nice short and gives you want want to know and not a lot of stuff you don't really don"t need to do the job. You look at it for five minutes and you got it. your done.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that feedback!

[@brucemckenna7035]

Thank you for a simple but informative explanation on how to do this change over. I too have watched numerous videos and found them confusing or too technical. Cheers from Australia.

[@arvsolutionspt]

Quick explanation that everyone enjoys

[@Jaeh1]

Thank you for laying out the info in simple terms. The time and effort to produce and upload this video is MUCH appreciated. I have T12, 4 bulb fixtures in my finished basement. 2 are starting to him, 1 comes on when it feels like it...if at all. Found out the hard way T12s are ancient and on their way out, but so are T8s, the way it looks. May as well upgrade to LEDs. Hate I will probably end up trashing over half a case of new 4ft T12 bulbs.

[@miggiemac121]

Excellent video. The way you static displayed those bulbs in the beginning is exactly how instructional videos should be made

[@PatrickCoombe]

really, really helpful! excellent explanation - I could not figure out why, even though I got correct size, wattage and obviously length my lights would flicker or not work. it was because they were the wrong type! got some new bulbs and they are working beautifully! thank you!

[@wilsjane]

Early LED tubes required a low voltage DC supply, but these new ones run directly off AC mains voltage,

[@hvacae6904]

good presentation its easy to understand especially for a ordinary people who had little knowledge on electrical wiring

[@mitchd949]

Nice explanation to retrofit. However, the "K" for your 5000K or 4100K is "Kelvins" and that's the color of the light. higher K is more blue/white, lower K is more yellow. The "brightness" or amount of light is indicated by the "Lumens" which for your two new led bulbs was the same at 2500 lumens.

[@markhayes6407]

I'm sure many do plug n play and have not saved much energy. The retrofit is the best for what I need in my shop. Thanks for the post.

[@TheGlennchee]

Great video! No BS approach, just informed me of what I needed to know without a giant theatrical presentation. Thank you sir!

[@lzh3131]

This is on my list. I have a burned out bulb & want to retro fit with LED. Thanks for this & all your other great videos.🙂

[@someguyfrommemphis]

This is exactly what i was looking for. The laying out of the setups was super helpful, and explanation was clear and simple. Thank you!

[@anonperson9781]

Ok it took me about 10 min to do change the fixtures after I got started. The light is so bright I don't think I am going to replace the other fixtures. I set just light to 500 very bright. Thank you.

[@robertheinkel6225]

Not all LED bulbs use power on one end only. Some require power to both ends of the bulb. On that style you can use shunted or non shunted tombstones. I have converted over 900 bulbs so far. The 4100 are good for classrooms, while the 5000K are better where more light is needed.

[@chrisnotap]

Correct.

[@cliffordgallegos6155]

Thanks. Most simple wiring explanation I have found. Other videos were super confusing.

[@dennisbrown4524]

Great info. No wasted time and mouth running.

[@tonymande3600]

Thank you. Used your video to do my conversion to LED lamps. Simple and straightforward.

[@chrisnotap]

Glad it helped

[@ronplucksstrings7112]

... a great explanation of the connection differences!...and your presentation of the conversion was very clear also! I would have liked to see a comparison of the costs of converting vs. ripping out the old and installing new lighting "strips". Regarding color temperature, there's not much difference we humans can detect from 4100 to 5000K (both are considered to be "daylight balanced"), so I'm kinda surprised the manufacturer offers both. 2700K more simulates the color balance of the old incandescent we're used to, but that probably wouldn't be preferred in a shop. Cheers

[@lloydscharf6897]

I would like to see cost compareson of "electric saved/price& life of bulbs" . Also life of bulbs at hot & cold temps?

[@PFBuck]

Thank you for your simple easy to follow instruction and explanation.

[@chrisnotap]

You are welcome!

[@angelaprater2679]

John here just switch out to LED LIGHTS got 4 48" that uncle got free and love them brighter and quiet running no humming in my garage for my wood shop very happy.

[@kurtwomack6473]

Picked your video because it was shorter than most of the other ones. Actually learned something, thank you!

[@RCinginSC]

Excellent job in showing the hookup. I like the way you laid it all out on the bench . I know what my next project is.

[@thenewguy78]

Great video, I really appreciate the walk through since I never really understood how fluorescent bulbs work.

[@SpendinThatCash]

Thank you very much for this video. You are a fantastic teacher and I loved how you laid the diagrams out on the table. Thanks again, Chris!

[@daf62757]

Very simple and plain language description on the difference between the retro and plug and play replacements. Well done Sir!

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks man!

[@kinglukluk3016]

Compared to all other awesome videos on KZbin demonstrating similar conversion which , this is by far the best, very simple and yet easy to understand. 👍👍👍 Thank you for sharing (done subscribed)...

[@chrisnotap]

Wow, thanks!

[@trumanabraham4283]

Kalahngan en komwi senator saimon. Very loud and clear.

[@heiaheiaheiahei]

Finally, I understand the wiring, great video, thanks.

[@leeroyexcavator9149]

Great to the point video!! Hate videos that yak yak, blah blah blah, forever about nonsense before the work is done! Good job!

[@bray1952mj]

Great video. You have an excellent way of teaching a person, using a simple precise manner. Thank you for your informative video, It made my life easier changing from fluorescent to LED.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that great feedback!!

[@bdonnell7073]

Nice video and the positive comments reflect how clear & useful the content is.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that feedback!

[@tommendenhall9269]

Great video for a DIY person. Around here most people wait for the 4 foot LED lights to go on sale at Costco and replace the whole unit.

[@pman64]

Agreed, at $18 PER bulb or $36 per light plus your time. A lot cheaper to buy the whole LED assembly at $25- $30

[@chuckvan1568]

Exactly. I purchased some LED replacement bulbs and they don't seem to work in my fixtures. And they cost as much as a replacement LED fixture when on sale.

[@steadyshakey6599]

@@pman64 I totally disagree

[@QuickQuips]

I've found those Feit tubes at 12 for two. It's a direct fit. Good for 4 ft but other sizes I have to retrofit. This video will help me definitely.

[@veronicadm3334]

This was very helpful, but I agree with the person who said the wiring part of the video was too fast. You really helped me understand most of the process and the reasons for it, but I still can't do the project without more help on the wiring part.

[@kenolover1243]

For the people that aren’t very good at DIY projects, you need to go slowly so we can see how things are done. You went so fast, I don’t know how you hooked into the electric.

[@swalls48]

Maybe try playing in 0.75 playback speed; It helps me keep up on things when watching a walkthrough I’m unfamiliar with.

[@theloudprofessional]

@@kenolover1243 that what rewind and pause is for

[@AK-qe1hz]

@kenolover1243 for real tho....

[@michaelmcdonald4203]

It's a video lol you can litterly watch it as many times as you want😅

[@WilliamMurphy-b6v]

​​​@@kenolover1243 Go over the video as many times as you need to be comfortable with it or hire an electrician to do the job. Pretty simple choices. The fixtures on the ceiling are aready connected to the electrical circuitry. No change needed there. Get help from a friend or neighbor or skip this project altogether. It seems too much for you. No shame and no electrocuted owner.

[@kgkjack]

Plug and play is a waste of time. Good video!

[@50Druiden]

Was looking for this, im doing the exact same retro fit as you did, helped me alot! Thanks! Greetings from Sweden

[@stevenmills5025]

Thanks Chris, No more ballast buzzing above my head or flickering fluorescent bulbs. Your video is the best by far on the subject of retrofitting to LEDs. I'm looking forward to your weekly (ish) posts in the future.

[@Mel64d]

Perfect and easy explanation. Thank you.

[@billeustace3758]

Thank you for this video. I tried putting non-plug and play LED bulbs into my florescent housings.

[@ttsstt1000]

Quality work no bs straight to the point experience and kindness you got it all going on keep well regards

[@ulrikaschloss5848]

I have learned so much from your clear and concise videos. Thanks so much.

[@wallyaltemose8029]

Just what I was looking for. Neat and easy. Thanks Chris!

[@robertheinkel6225]

Just swapped out two sets of florescent lights for LEDs. Direct wire, retro fit. Piece of cake. It actually takes longer to swap out a ballast versus Converting it to led. Very bright also.

[@uneCENT]

Thank you VERY much for this excellent video. This is my first electrical project and this video has built my confidence enough to do it on my own. Awesome!

[@johnphillips5656]

Chris, I did a bit more searching and I did find 8 foot LED tubes. 1000 bulbs is one place to find them. I don't see that they would save me enough to switch them at this time. I still have about 20 replacement fluorescent tubes. I will be converting some old 4 foot shop lights though. Thanks.

[@botabob]

This is the first video of yours I have watched. Your explanation of how LED and fluorescent light work was great. I want to do this in my garage. I have eight foot fixtures that need to be updated to LED and I plan to lose the ballistic when I complete the conversion. Thanks for making it look easy. You have a new subscriber. Cheers!

[@imdeplorable2241]

I would suggest not going to an 8-foot LED tube..They have been shown to sag badly in the middle. Go with 4-footers.

[@minwang9281]

@@imdeplorable2241 if you bought a quality 8-foot tube,should be no problem.

[@JeffSkymaster]

@@imdeplorable2241 Zip Ties

[@johnnyitalia418]

Live to neutral, just remember that! One end of the bulbs stays live and one end stays neutral :) I had a mess of wires in my fixture, so I had to make sure that I followed the live wire correctly, and since it was a dual bulb fixture, I had one bulb with live wire at one end and neutral at the same end on the other bulb. I kept re-checking to make sure everything was perfect before I closed the fixture up and turned on the power. It turned out perfect 👍🏼

[@michaelniemann6110]

Clear and precise! Exactly the instructions I was looking for. Thanks for posting.

[@Steve-Chicago]

Good and clear. Liked. The music is too loud.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks! My editing skills have improved a lot and volumes are under control!

[@shootbirdhero]

Great improvement, especially on the color rendering.

[@johndoyle4723]

Thanks, very useful. I may be way out of date, but dropping and smashing old fluorescent tubes is a bit dangerous, due to the mercury compounds. Thanks for the useful info, I am just replacing some of mine, hence ,why I am here.

[@eideticex]

Oh wow. Was expecting a bit more to it than remove ballast and install non-shunted ends. Will have to do this to my garage, it's terrible for lighting with florescent and highly impractical in a state that gets cold enough to freeze those bulbs. LEDs however operate just fine even when embedded into ice and a helluva lot cheaper in the long run. The one thing to do if you get lucky on samples like this. Check with your eyes against a color card under each light against your computer monitor displaying that same color card. Pick the one that matches your monitor the closest. That should help with making sure paints you buy actually appear the same color in your shop.

[@dariocallejas5031]

Thank you Chris, you must have been a teacher, you make it so easy to learn, with your right to the point approach explanation.

[@jasonbaker2126]

Thanks for posting this! The explanation and visuals were super clear. Taking the fixture down, taking it apart, and laying it out on the work bench made it easy to follow. I will be doing this with a fluorescent fixture in my garage soon and this helped a lot.

[@jaunsanchez1456]

Jason Baker how did the man get it to light up without hooking it up to the Electric CURIOS

[@marymcb9714]

Your explanation and video breakdown was unsurpassed. GREAT job!!!

[@georgefromiami]

New here, For sure you are a teacher Chris, excellent explanation and also great great film and editing, great job, became new subscriber

[@chrisnotap]

Not a teacher. Many have suggested that I should have been one.That is great feed back. Thanks for that!

[@hamildicarlo3996]

the drawback from removing the ballast is that you will now be shocked by 277v and possibly die not 120 volt

[@TheAngierolfedownes]

Just came across him tonight and I second that!

[@jacobmarley2417]

Love absolutely everything about this video. Straight forward no nonsense from a dude in his basement like a throwback to the glory days of youtube. This was exactly the info i was looking for and I enjoyed the song as well. liked and subscribed good sir, appreciate you!

[@rustlebruxz0013]

Thank you, useful video. I now know to shop for retrofit replacements.