{"product_id":"plf-8-5-35-t8-t5-atalakito-adapter-35w","title":"LANDLITE PLF-8\/5-35 T8 to T5 Adapter with Electronic Ballast | 35 W, 1500 mm","description":"\u003csection\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight source not included. The 35 W T5 fluorescent tube must be purchased separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKeep your existing T8 fitting – switch to a T5 tube with this adapter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLANDLITE PLF-8\/5-35\u003c\/strong\u003e T8-to-T5 fluorescent tube adapter (item no. \u003cstrong\u003e12OT681\u003c\/strong\u003e) combines a built-in electronic ballast with a silver reflector. It is designed for \u003cstrong\u003eone 35 W T5 fluorescent tube\u003c\/strong\u003e and has a total length of \u003cstrong\u003e1500 mm (150 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e. It lets you run a T5 tube in a compatible existing T8 fluorescent fitting – it is not an LED conversion kit and not a complete luminaire replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose this adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReuse a compatible T8 fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e – for the right indoor size, lampholders and wiring (e.g. archives, workshops, stockrooms), often more economical than replacing the whole luminaire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic ballast and reflector in one\u003c\/strong\u003e – reflector trough with white end connectors included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear specification\u003c\/strong\u003e – 1 × 35 W T5, 1500 mm, 220–240 V AC, 50\/60 Hz; tube always sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT8-to-T5 converter \/ fluorescent tube adapter with electronic ballast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor one 35 W T5 fluorescent tube (tube not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal product length: 1500 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflector trough with white end connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePossible applications: suitable indoor fittings in archives, workshops and stockrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eLight source included\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo. T5 fluorescent tube sold separately.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eProduct code (SKU)\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e12OT681\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eMPN \/ model\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePLF-8\/5-35\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eT8-to-T5 adapter with electronic ballast and reflector\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCompatible lamp\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e1 × 35 W T5 fluorescent tube\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eTotal product length\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e1500 mm (150 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eRated input voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e220–240 V AC\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eFrequency\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e50\/60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eRated input current\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e170 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003ePower factor\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e0.95\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCommon T8 size parallel\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOften compared with 1500 mm T8 fittings (e.g. 58 W) – always verify compatibility on site.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCheck compatibility before ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fluorescent adapter, not an LED light fitting. Check the existing fitting's dimensions, lampholders, wiring and ballast arrangement before installation. Available information does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e establish compatibility with an existing electronic ballast, LED tubes or emergency lighting. Contact us with the fitting details if you are unsure: \u003ca href=\"mailto:landlite@landlite.eu\"\u003elandlite@landlite.eu\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product label instructs the installer to switch off the supply, remove the original T8\/T12 tube and starter, then fit the T5 electronic adapter with its separately purchased tube into the original fitting. This brief label instruction does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e establish compatibility with every fitting. Have a qualified electrician verify compatibility and follow the complete product instructions before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 35 W value is the compatible fluorescent lamp rating, not a verified total system consumption. Light output, colour temperature and colour rendering depend on the selected tube. Application images are AI-generated illustrations (application effect shown for reference); the host fitting and tube shown do not establish the delivery contents. The fluorescent tube is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does this adapter convert?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt enables one 35 W T5 fluorescent tube to be used in a compatible existing T8 fluorescent fitting. It includes an electronic ballast and reflector; it is not an LED conversion adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs a fluorescent tube included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The 35 W T5 fluorescent tube must be purchased separately. Light output, colour temperature and colour rendering depend on the chosen tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it fit every T8 fitting without rewiring?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eUniversal compatibility and installation without rewiring are not verified. Have a qualified electrician check the fitting dimensions, lampholders, wiring and ballast configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use an LED tube?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatibility with LED tubes is not verified. This product is designed for one 35 W T5 fluorescent tube; matching physical dimensions alone does not establish electrical compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much energy will it save?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo verified saving percentage or total system consumption measurement is available for this model. The 35 W value is the compatible lamp rating. Savings depend on comparing the complete original and replacement systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat should I check before a refurbishment or new installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck that a suitable replacement fluorescent tube is available before purchasing. Relevant EU mercury exemptions for conventional T5\/T8 tubes for general lighting expired on 24 August 2023. This is distinct from a ban on this adapter supplied without a lamp. For new installations, compare a separate LED solution as well; this does not establish LED-tube compatibility with this adapter.\u003cbr\u003eRegulatory background: Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2022\/284.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/3731\/9861\/files\/12OT681_datasheet_EN.pdf?v=1792421733\"\u003eDownload product data sheet (PDF, English)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEnglish product data sheet compiled by Kaito. Not an original manufacturer data sheet or a conformity certificate. Version 1.2, 19 October 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEU energy label (2019\/2015):\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is a fluorescent-tube adapter with built-in ballast (control-gear function). It is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e a light source placed on the market on its own, and it is supplied without a tube. Regulation (EU) 2019\/2015 requires energy labels for light sources; we do not apply a generic luminaire\/light-source energy-label promise to this adapter. Labelling of any chosen T5 tube is the tube supplier’s responsibility. A CE declaration of conformity is available by email on request if held. An LDT photometric file is not supplied for this adapter (LDT files are typically for luminaires).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact: \u003ca href=\"mailto:landlite@landlite.eu\"\u003elandlite@landlite.eu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e LANDLITE\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeller \/ distributor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kaito-Hungary Kft.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e PLF-8\/5-35 · \u003cstrong\u003eItem no.:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12OT681\u003cbr\u003e\nDepó Raktárváros. Pf. 66, 2046 Törökbálint, Magyarország \/ Hungary\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"mailto:landlite@landlite.eu\"\u003elandlite@landlite.eu\u003c\/a\u003e · +36 23 511 460 · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.landlite.eu\"\u003ewww.landlite.eu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nProduct safety: please observe the instructions and safety information in the description and datasheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"LANDLITE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54111679643976,"sku":"12OT681","price":18.46,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/3731\/9861\/files\/12OT681_01_main_white.png?v=1792415812","url":"https:\/\/www.kaito.eu\/products\/plf-8-5-35-t8-t5-adapter-with-electronic-ballast-35w","provider":"Kaito-Hungary Kft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}