How to install a T8 electronic fluorescent ballast in an old magnetic T12 ballast fixture

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Discover how easy it is to install and overhaul an old magnetic T12 fluorescent fixture that contains two, two lamp magnetic T12 ballasts with a more modern four lamp T8 fluorescent ballast and brand new fluorescent lamp sockets or tombstones.
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20 ноя 2011

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@ajcasperite 10 лет назад

Every step was clearly explained and direct. No jiggly camera work was a real plus. You calmly walked us through each step so it was easy to understand and follow. A sign of a very good teacher. I hope my project goes this easy.

@amyp2525 7 лет назад

I have been going crazy trying to figure out how to fix my florescent light in the kitchen. I bought a new ballast and saw that the wiring was not the same as my old. This video is clear and concise and I was able to easily fix my light after watching it. Thank you so very much!!!

@triton302 8 лет назад

Just did this project today, very simple and well worth it. Not only are the T8's more efficient, they're much brighter than the old T12's, not to mention they come on instantly with the new ballast. Next step is to get a set of LED T8's.

@seanharris7546 7 лет назад

One of the most excellent DIY videos ever. Thank you so much. My situation was exactly this. I replaced 2 old magnetic style ballasts and upgraded to one T8 4-lamp version. The install went exactly as you demonstrated. I even decided to buy the same ideal wire ends as you used, and I replaced all 8 sockets just for good measure. Fantastic how to. Thank you

@mrvoyagerm 8 лет назад

I was confused by the schematic on the ballast and this cleared things up immediately. I would not have guessed that only one wire is used on each end.

@myema5694 8 лет назад

Thanks for this post. Very helpful to see this done by a pro instead of another DIYer. I've changed out a few but now I'm doing one that's pretty similar to this one and may also need new tombstones too.. I bought myself a Klein wire stripper a couple of years ago & love it. Money well spent in my opinion. Pricey on the front end but it's paid for itself many times over.

@ThrowItOnTheGrill 12 лет назад

The light fixture that I had was different, but this video helped a ton. I replaced all the insides with a T8 ballast, wires, and tombstones. I put the bulbs in, turned on the power, and everything worked on the first try. Thank you!

@mikeeyy14 8 лет назад

thank you! followed directions to a T and worked perfect. I wanted to get soft white bulbs instead of cool white. little did I know i would be learning all of this t12, t8, different ballast stuff. Guy at store recommended an electrician but I just followed your video and it was easy.

@edjackson7278 9 лет назад

Great video! After watching your “how to” I was able to convert my 4-bulb T-12 fixture with 2 ballasts to a 4-bulb T-8 with 1 ballast. I removed all the wires from my existing bulb sockets and installed the new electronic ballast just as shown in the video. The T-12 used 2 wires to each socket and the T-8 uses only 1 and it doesn’t matter which side or wire you use. THANKS

@alansolocinski5172 4 года назад

Best demonstration of replacing a ballast. I never knew this would really be that simple.

@heimethwaites4283 9 лет назад

I really know what to do with my old fixture now! I couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong. A trip back to the hardware store to buy new tombstones and I'm set Best video ever!

@brendaperry8931 10 лет назад

Thank you so much for this video! This made a job that could have been very daunting...extremely simple. My husband and I really appreciate it, it worked just as you said! Our marriage survived this diy project, so again, much thanks for your informative video. :-)

@darrelalberts1966 10 лет назад

Thank you for a clear idea of how to do this. I was rather overwhelmed with all the wires and you made it simple.

@mayank444 11 лет назад

WOW have the same exact fixture - down to the make/model old double ballasts - your RU-vid vid is the best, most thorough, calm, and comprehensive I have seen for a particular project, but especially for a novice with DIY experience. I shall post my experience when I complete this project.

@platham9076 7 лет назад

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. no more buzzing from the old ballasts

@sissonsk 9 лет назад

Excellent instructions. I have 8 fixtures in my kitchen and it took about 2 hours to convert them all. The LED lights are about 25% brighter. Instead of getting 16 replacement LED lights, I'm going to go with 8. No more buzzing and flickering florescent lights! Yay!

@papaboard4801 9 лет назад

Overall a good video on how to convert an old fixture to a new ballast and T8's. A little concerned however that you failed to address the dangerous situation with the jagged, raw hole where the power wires enter the light housing. There should be a grommet or smooth sleeve there so the line wires can't come in contact with that sharp metal and over time, due to vibration, wear through the insulation and cause a possible short.

@neighbourinblack 12 лет назад

Best video on this subject on RU-vid. Amazingly thorough and very informative. Nothing else even comes close.

@indianainnovation8002 7 лет назад

Thank you for this wonderful video. It gave me confidence and courage to make a light repair that I've needed for 5 years.

@kirklandelectricicnc 10 лет назад

Although grounding was mentioned and you addressed the issue well., may I suggest that you also mention grounding plane as well. Assuming that the fixture is properly grounded and the lamp-holders are within the specifies distance. Electronic ballasts are more sensitive to the grounding plane, this is important when performing a retrofit to verify that the lamps are the proper distance and that the fixture provides a grounding plane. Best Regards.