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Philips InstantFit T5 LED Lamp 14T5HE User Guide
Quick guide for the Philips InstantFit T5 LED lamp (14T5HE). Includes technical specifications, installation compatibility, and performance data for this UL Type-A ballast-compatible lamp.
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The Philips InstantFit T5 LED lamp is a UL Type-A product designed for hassle-free installation. It is a direct lamp-for-lamp replacement that works with existing ballasts and drivers, eliminating the need for complex rewiring in most cases. It is compatible with over 200 ballasts and is suitable for use in closed luminaires.
Product Overview
This LED lamp provides energy savings of at least 40% compared to traditional fluorescent lamps. It features flicker-free performance and optimized optics. The lamp is dimmable and has a nominal lifetime of 50,000 hours.
Technical Specifications
- Model: 14T5HE/46-840/IF21/G/DIM 10/1
- Lighting Technology: LED
- Power Consumption: 14 W
- Luminous Flux: 2,100 lm
- Color Temperature: 4000 K (Cool White)
- Beam Angle: 200 degrees
- Color Rendering Index (CRI): 82
- Voltage: 70-105 V
- Dimmable: Yes
- Cap-Base: G5
Dimensional Data
The lamp has a total product length of 47-1/4 inches. The specific dimensions for the T5 form factor are as follows:
- D1: 5/8 inch
- D2: 3/4 inch
- A1: 45-3/16 inch
- A2: 45-1/2 inch
- A3: 45-3/4 inch
Performance and Lifetime
The lamp is rated for a 50,000-hour nominal lifetime with a switching cycle of 50,000. It maintains 70% of its initial lumen output at the end of its nominal lifetime. The operating ambient temperature range is -4°F to 113°F, with a maximum T-Case temperature of 158°F.
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Common problems
Lamp does not light up
Verify that the existing ballast is compatible with UL Type-A lamps. Ensure the lamp is properly seated in the G5 socket.
Flickering or dimming issues
Ensure the dimmer switch is compatible with LED lamps. Check if the ballast is on the approved compatibility list for InstantFit lamps.
Before use
- Verify your existing ballast is compatible with UL Type-A lamps.
- Ensure the fixture is suitable for T5 lamps.
- Check the ambient temperature range (-4°F to 113°F).
- Confirm the lamp length (47-1/4 inch) fits your fixture.
- Ensure the power is off before installation.
Specs in practice
- Luminous Flux (2,100 lm)
- The total amount of visible light emitted by the lamp.
- Color Temperature (4000 K)
- Provides a 'Cool White' light appearance, suitable for general office or task lighting.
- Nominal Lifetime (50,000 h)
- The expected operational life of the lamp under standard conditions.
Images and diagrams
- The dimensional drawing illustrates the physical length and diameter measurements (A1, A2, A3, D1, D2) required to ensure the lamp fits your fixture.
- The photometric data diagrams show the light distribution and intensity, helping to understand how the light spreads from the lamp.
Model compatibility
- Compatible with over 200 ballasts and drivers.
- Suitable for use in closed luminaires.
- Dimmable functionality is supported.
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