Rab T8-17-48G-850-SD-BYP Led T8 Tube 17W 2200lm 5000K Bypass

Product Description

The RAB T8-17-48G-850-SD-BYP is a 4-foot LED linear tube designed as a direct ballast-bypass replacement for standard T8 fluorescent fixtures. Rated at 17 watts, it delivers 2200 lumens at a 5000K color temperature, making it well-suited for high-visibility commercial and industrial environments where cool, daylight-quality light is required. The tube is constructed with a glass envelope and carries an 80 CRI rating. It supports both single-ended and double-ended wiring configurations, giving electricians flexibility when retrofitting existing fluorescent fixtures without a ballast.

This T8 bypass tube is appropriate for use in troffer, strip, and wraparound fixtures in commercial, industrial, and institutional settings. Ballast-bypass installations eliminate the ballast as a point of failure, reducing long-term maintenance overhead. The single/double-ended compatibility allows the installer to choose the wiring method that best fits the fixture layout and local code requirements. Licensed electricians typically perform this retrofit work, and it is well-suited for lighting upgrade projects in warehouses, offices, parking structures, and similar applications.

Key Features

• 17-watt input power with 2200-lumen output for efficient T8 fluorescent replacement
• 5000K color temperature provides daylight-quality illumination suitable for task and ambient lighting
• 80 CRI rating supports accurate color rendering in work environments
• Glass tube construction for a traditional T8 form factor
• Single-ended and double-ended ballast-bypass wiring support for installation flexibility
• Eliminates ballast dependency, reducing fixture maintenance and energy loss

Compatibility

Designed as a ballast-bypass replacement for standard 4-foot T8 fluorescent fixtures using G13 bi-pin lamp holders in single-ended or double-ended wiring configurations.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with NEC requirements and all applicable local codes. Before beginning any wiring work, de-energize the circuit at the breaker and verify the absence of voltage with a meter. The existing ballast must be removed or bypassed per the manufacturer wiring diagram, and fixture tombstones must be confirmed as non-shunted or shunted depending on the wiring method selected. Do not install on an active ballast, as this is a bypass-only product.

Technical Specifications

• Wattage: 17 watts
• Lumen Output: 2200 lumens
• Color Temperature: 5000K
• CRI: 80
• Tube Type: T8
• Tube Length: 4 feet
• Envelope Material: Glass
• Wiring Configuration: Single-ended and double-ended ballast bypass

Standard Information

• Brand: RAB
• Manufacturer Part Number: T8-17-48G-850-SD-BYP