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7. Retrofit Lamps
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Retrofit lamps
What you need to know about replacing an existing lamp with an LED
Are all retrofits main voltage?
Are they all the same size?
Will the light output be the same?
Some retrofits appear a bit Cool, why is this?
What could be a possible hazard when retrofitting lamps in existing installations?
Can I put a retrofit in an enclosed or sealed luminaire?
Can linear LEDs be used as a substitute for T8 or T5 fluorescent lamps?
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