Lighting
LED tube lights as fluorescent replacements
LED tubes are one of the fastest retrofit products for exporters. Success depends on ballast strategy, length standards, and clear labeling on cartons.
Type A, B, and hybrid tubes
Type A works with existing ballasts; Type B bypasses the ballast for direct line voltage; hybrids support both. Wrong type selection causes flicker or early failure—spell the type on the PO.
Electricians must follow local safety rules when rewiring fixtures for Type B. Include install notes in the language your distributors use on site.
Lengths and bases
T8 lengths such as 600, 1200, and 1500 mm dominate many markets. Confirm G13 base compatibility and whether single- or double-ended feed is required.
Lumen packages should meet or exceed the fluorescent tubes being replaced so rooms do not feel darker after retrofit.
Shipping and stock turns
Tubes ship denser than fixtures, which helps container fill rates. Protect ends against crushing and keep CCT batches separated.
Pair tubes with basic fixtures or starter kits when selling to wholesalers who serve mixed retrofit and new-build customers.