G E Lighting 37188 Led T8 T12 Tube Bulb 11W 5000K 6 Pack

Product Description

The G E LIGHTING 37188 is an 11-watt LED linear tube bulb designed as a direct replacement for F17T8 or F20T12 fluorescent lamps. It delivers 1,000 lumens at a 5,000K color temperature, producing a daylight-quality, sunshine light output through a frosted sleeve. The T8/T12 cross-compatible design fits a standard bi-pin base and works with both electronic and magnetic ballasts, making it a practical retrofit for existing fluorescent fixtures without ballast replacement. Sold in a pack of 6, this lamp is non-dimmable and carries a California Title 20 compliance rating. Licensed electricians and lighting maintenance technicians are the typical installers for commercial and institutional applications.

The 37188 is suited for commercial, institutional, and light industrial environments where T8 or T12 fluorescent fixtures are already in service. Typical applications include offices, warehouses, retail spaces, schools, and healthcare facilities where high-color-temperature lighting supports visual tasks. The 18-inch maximum overall length fits standard 2-foot linear fixture housings. The frosted bulb finish reduces glare while maintaining even light diffusion across the tube surface. This lamp is rated for use with approved electronic ballasts and is also compatible with magnetic ballasts, broadening its retrofit scope across older fluorescent systems.

Key Features

• 11-watt LED replaces F17T8 or F20T12 fluorescent lamps
• 1,000 lumens output at 5,000K daylight color temperature
• Compatible with both electric and magnetic ballasts
• Non-dimmable; no ballast replacement required for retrofit
• Rated 36,000 hours service life — approximately 33 years at typical use cycles
• California Title 20 compliant; frosted sleeved construction

Compatibility

Designed as a direct retrofit replacement for F17T8 and F20T12 fluorescent lamps in standard bi-pin T8 and T12 linear fixtures. Works with approved electronic ballasts and magnetic ballasts.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with NEC guidelines and local electrical codes. De-energize the fixture and verify ballast compatibility before installing the lamp. Do not use this lamp on dimmer circuits or with non-approved ballasts. The sleeved construction means no rewiring or ballast bypass is required for a standard ballast-compatible retrofit.