BALLAST COMPATIBILITY LIST - SubstiTUBE UNIVERSAL T8,T5 Gen8 - Important notice and how to check compatibility

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BALLAST COMPATIBILITY LIST for OSRAM SubstiTUBE® Universal T8 and T5 (Gen8), last updated Aug. 2020, providing which ECG/ballast models are compatible with specific LED tube types and lengths. It explains that results are based on manufacturer testing in simulated lab conditions and can vary in field use due to multiple factors. Safety and performance considerations include mandatory use of listed compatible ECGs, risks of overheating with non-observance, and possible luminous flux changes depending on the ballast used.

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BALLAST COMPATIBILITY LIST

SubstiTUBE® UNIVERSAL T8,T5 Gen8 - OSRAM SubstiTUBE® T8 UNIVERSAL

OSRAM SubstiTUBE® T5 UNIVERSAL

Important notice

Warning and safety requirements

How to check and read compatibility list correctly

BALLAST COMPATIBILITY LIST SubstiTUBE ® UNIVERSAL T8,T5 Gen8 Last update: Aug.2020 OSRAM SubstiTUBE® T8 Universal • SubstiTUBE VALUE / STAR / ADVANCED 0.6m • SubstiTUBE VALUE / STAR / ADVANCED / ADVANCED UO 1.2m • SubstiTUBE VALUE / STAR / ADVANCED / ADVANCED UO 1.5m OSRAM SubstiTUBE® T5 UNIVERSAL • SubstiTUBE T5 HO80 37W UNIVERSAL 1.5m (1449mm) • SubstiTUBE T5 HO54 26W UNIVERSAL 1.2m (1149mm) • SubstiTUBE T5 HO49 26W UNIVERSAL 1.5m (1449mm) • SubstiTUBE T5 HE35 18W UNIVERSAL 1.5m (1449mm) • SubstiTUBE T5 HE28 17W UNIVERSAL 1.2m (1149mm) • SubstiTUBE T5 HE21 10W UNIVERSAL 0.9m (849mm) • SubstiTUBE T5 HE14 7W UNIVERSAL 0.6m (549mm) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 Subst iTUBE ®–August .2020 Ballast compatibility list of SubstiTUBE® July.2020 Important notice: The compatibility list is based upon testing conducted by the manufacturer in a lab simulated environment, and the results can vary in certain field applications due to a number of factors. LEDVANCE does not take over any responsibility, warranty or liability that this results can also achieved by using the devices under other conditions, or when using successor models of the tested devices, or different models of the same manufacturer. In case of non-observance of the instructions, safety risks like overheating of SubstiTUBE® or ECG may occur in rare cases. Luminous flux may change in dependency of used ballast. This lamp is designed for general lighting (excluding for example explosive atmospheres) . Since only the lamp is replaced there is no constructive modification to the luminaire. The temperature range of this lamp is more restricted. In cases of doubt regarding the suitability of the application the manufacturer of this lamp should be consulted. Warning: It is mandatory to operate OSRAM LED Tubes only with compatible ECGs listed at [https://www.ledvance.com/professional/services/led-lamps-compatibility/ecg](https://www.ledvance.com/professional/services/led-lamps-compatibility/ecg) compatibility/index.jsp. File name: Ballast compatibility list SubsiTUBE Universal T8, T5 Gen8 . LEDVANCE does not accept any responsibility, warranty or liability when using ECGs not mentioned, marked as non-compatible ECGs or when using successor/different Reference No. models of tested ballasts. 2 Subst iTUBE ®–August .2020 Compatibility list QR-Code OSRAM branded products 3 How to check and read compatibility list correctly July.2020 Step 1 • Check exact type of ECG in the luminaire before installation • Check ECG name • Check exact IC-\# A63948601DG Step 2 • Please note that there are many ICs (Ident Code) under one EAN • Using different IC-\# of ECG can lead to different compatibility result Step 3 • Find the LED Tube in the list [https://www.ledvance.com/professional/services/led-lamps](https://www.ledvance.com/professional/services/led-lamps)compatibility/ecg-compatibility/index.jsp • Check if ECG is released in the compatibility list list Subst iTUBE ®–August .2020 OSRAM SubstiTUBE® T8 UNIVERSAL 0.6m Ballast compatibility (600mm) | | Compatible
not compatible | | OK
No | | | ST8
VALUE 8W | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | EAN10 No.
4058075137400
4058075137424
4058075137448 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Model | | [Ref.no](Ref.no) | L * | | | OSRAM | | QTP8 1x18 | | A63160400DG | 1 | OK | | | | QT Fit 5/8 1x18-39 | | AA7471801DG | 1 | OK | | | | QTP-OPTIMAL 1x18-40 | | AA5095703DG | 1 | OK | | | | QT-FIT8 1x18 | | AA7470401DG | 1 | OK | | | | QTP8 2x18 | | A63164500DG | 2 | OK | | | | QT-FIT8 2x18 | | AA7470901DG | 2 | OK | | | | QTP-OPTIMAL 2x18-40 | | AA5173305DG | 2 | OK | | | | QT Fit 5/8 2x18-39 | | AA4401400DG | 2 | OK | | | | QT-FIT8 3x18,4x18 | | A63176800DG | 3 | OK | | | | QT-FIT8 3x18,4x18 | | A63176800DG | 4 | OK | | | | QTP8 3/

FAQs

What does the ballast compatibility list cover for SubstiTUBE®?

It lists which compatible ECGs/ballasts can be used with OSRAM SubstiTUBE® Universal T8 and T5 Gen8 LED tubes, including tube types, lengths, and corresponding reference information.

Why can compatibility results differ in real installations?

The list is based on manufacturer testing in a simulated lab environment; outcomes may vary in field applications due to multiple influencing factors and conditions.

What safety risk is mentioned when using non-compatible ECGs?

Non-observance may cause safety risks such as overheating of SubstiTUBE® or ECG, and luminous flux may change depending on the ballast used.

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