Really, for small tubes is this really an issue? I'm sure I've mixed them in
the past with no real issues.
Brian

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On Tuesday, 19 June 2018 13:49:19 UTC+1, Chris wrote:
Hi all,

I have a run of 3x20W fluorescent under-cabinet slimline strip lights;
only the middle one of which is still working. I was about to replace the
outer two when I read this warning at the bottom of the installation
sheet:

"These T5 luminaires must not be wired on the same circuit as standard
fluorescent fittings which use conventional low-loss magnetic ballasts."

How can I tell if the one remaining working one is of this type and is it
really important? It's been there since before I bought the place so at
least 7 years old.

ta!

the only reason to avoid that I can think of is inductive kickback. It's
easy to tell magnetic from electronic ballasts, perhaps googling will
demonstrate.


NT