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Rodders53 said:Labelled Kingfisher = it is from Screwfix / B&Q (own brand / company name).
NB all such fluorescent tubes are being phased out later this year (Aug/Sep 23) so if you find some and have a number of under cupboard fittings buy some spare lamps for future use, perhaps.
Fluorescents are roughly as energy efficient as led in turning electric into light. But LED replacement luminaires may cost a lot more to buy. So change to LED won't save money.
The lamps rotate 90 degrees so the two pins each end align with the slot in the lampholder 'bottom edge' then pull out (gently). That rotation disconnects the electrical connections, too.
Refitting is a reversal of the process.
You Tube no doubt has videos showing how.
Anyway, I replaced some old twin tube fluorescent fittings (around 80w) with 24w LEDs, and they seem just as bright.No reliance should be placed on the above! Absolutely none, do you hear?1 -
housebuyer143 said:
I need help. These are in my kitchen under counter lights but I can't find anymore info on them.
Any idea what I could get as a substitute for them?
With your fittings being under counter is there any danger of tubes being broke, that might influence whether you want to change to another style.
Wonder if it is the mercury content that is leading to them being phased out.0 -
Eldi_Dos said: Had to buy a compact fluorescent tube for light this week and was surprised to learn the mercury content and the need for safe disposal of them.
Wonder if it is the mercury content that is leading to them being phased out.Yes.Mercury is a toxic metal and does not break down. Fluorescent tubes (including the compact tubes) are hazardous waste and should be disposed of appropriately.
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FreeBear said:Eldi_Dos said: Had to buy a compact fluorescent tube for light this week and was surprised to learn the mercury content and the need for safe disposal of them.
Wonder if it is the mercury content that is leading to them being phased out.Yes.Mercury is a toxic metal and does not break down. Fluorescent tubes (including the compact tubes) are hazardous waste and should be disposed of appropriately.0
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