Microfluorescent T4 Light Fixtures

Description of Microfluorescent T4 Light Fixtures

These microfluorescent T4 light fixtures are one of our top selling products because they are so versatile. Each fixture comes complete with lamp, mounting brackets and screws, cord and plug, direct connectors, and built-in, instant-on, energy-efficient, silent, electronic ballasts. Use them as backlighting, cabinet lighting, cove lighting, desk lighting, display case lighting, exhibits, merchandising, over cabinet lighting, shelf lights, showcase lighting, task lighting, trade show lighting, and under cabinet lighting.

LIGHT FIXTURE

• 9 Models: click Specifications & Measurements to see a complete description of model differences
  
  

  	6 watts	8 watts	12 watts	16 watts	20 watts	22 watts	24 watts	26 watts	28 watts
  Model #	PSP-6	PSP-8-SW	PSP-12-SW	PSP-16-SW	PSP-20-SW	PSP-22-SW	PSP-24-SW	PSP-26-SW	PSP-28-SW
  Length without power cord	9.5in	13.5in	17.5in	19.5in	21in	29in	34.5in	40-3/8in	46.25in
  Length with power cord	11.5in	15.5in	19.5in	21.5in	23in	31in	36.5in	42-3/8in	48.25in

• Solid Construction: fixture frame is constructed of metal unlike some T4 fluorescent units that are made of plastic
• Full Fixture Lighting: the end of the T4 lamp is only 0.50in from the end of the fixture unlike some T4 units like this that often have a full 1.50 inches between the end of the lamp and the end of the fixture
• Very Low Profile: only 0.75in wide by 1-3/8in high
• Very Little Heat: gives off very little heat
• Light Weight: very light weight; depending on size the T4 fixture weighs 5 oz, 6 oz, 7 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz, 13 oz, 16 oz, 18 oz, 20 oz
• Protective Cover: includes a clear, ribbed, attractive, easy-to-clean acrylic cover that protects the fluorescent lamp
• Complete Unit: Microfluorescent T4 Light Fixture includes a T4 fluorescent lamp, acrylic cover, a small on/off rocker switch located on the body of all of the fixtures except the 6-watt model, a 6ft power cord with a two-prong polarized plug, one direct connector, and mounting clips & screws

LIGHT BULB

• Light Bulb Included: T4 (4/8in diameter) tri-phosphorous fluorescent lamp with a color temperature of 3000K (warm white), 4100K (cool white), or 6400K (daylight white). Four colored T4 lamps are also available: red, blue, green, and black light. (6W lamp does not come in black light.)
• Very Good Lamp Life: rated life is 16,000 hours on average (Lamp is easily replaced.) Caution: always be certain that the lamp is seated properly in both of its sockets. Be sure that both pins of each end are inside their respective socket and that the lamp is rotated 90 degrees once the pins are in the sockets. Failure to make good electrical contact between the pins and its socket may result in arcing and excessive heating of the socket.
• Good Color Rendition: high Color Rendering Index (CRI) of 82+ for all 3 white lamps (warm white, cool white, daylight white)
• Lamp Lengths: 9 different lamp MOL lengths of 9in, 13-1/8in, 17in, 18.75in, 20-9/16in, 28.75in, 34in, 40in, and 45.75in regardless of color temperature or color of lamp
• End of Lamp Life: when a fluorescent light bulb burns out it is always a good idea to turn off the corresponding Microfluorescent fixture. Otherwise, the solid state ballast used inside that fixture can sometimes burn out while trying to start a bad light bulb.

ELECTRICAL FEATURES

• Quiet Electronic Ballast: built-in lightweight electronic ballast provides instant-on starting with no flickering and cool quiet operation
• Energy-Efficient: uses only 6, 8, 12, 16, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28 watts of power/fixture respectively
• Maximum Wattage: in general, the maximum wattage in one “ganged” line of T4 fixtures is 220 watts. However, if the 22W, 24W, 26W, or the 28W fixtures are connected in a single circuit, only 5 of these fixtures may be “ganged” together.
• Linkable: can be installed as a single unit or as multiple units connected with inline Direct Connectors and/or Flexible Connectors of 6in, 12in, 24in, or 36in. If the distance between two Microfluorescent T4 Fixtures is greater than 36 inches, then use two or more Flexible Connectors. For example, if the distance between two Microfluorescent T4 Fixtures is 65 inches, use two 36in Flexible Connectors connected end-to-end. You may order optional Flexible Connectors in the Accessories tab. A standard inline Direct Connector comes with each fixture.
• Rocker Switch Pre-Installed: all of the fixtures (except the 6-watt fixture) come equipped with a small on/off rocker switch on the side of the fixture
• Switching: when these microfluorescent fixtures are linked together, an individual fixture may be adjusted by the on/off fixture switch without affecting the other fixtures. Additionally, if multiple fixtures are hardwired to power, then they may be controlled by a single wall switch as long as the rocker switch on each fixture is left in the “on” position.
• 2-Wire Non-Grounded: 2-wire non-grounded fixtures like these Microfluorescent T4 Light Fixtures can
  be used for residential installations; on the other hand, 3-wire grounded microfluorescent fixtures are strongly recommended for projects that require grounding - especially commercial installations
• Not Dimmable: these fluorescent fixtures are not dimmable

INSTALLATION

• Easy to Install: easy to install with 2 screw-in clips, then fixture snaps into place
• Electrical Connections: can easily be connected to power by either using a 6-foot power cord & 2-prong polarized plug or a choice of two different Hardwire Boxes. However, these Microfluorescent T4 units cannot be hardwired directly to the fixture; their profile is simply too small.
• Hardwire Boxes Available: two hardwire boxes are available, a Spec Grade Metal Hardwire Box (PSP-BM: 2.0inH x 1-7/8inW x 2-7/8inL) and a Hardwire Box with a Rocker Switch (PSP-B: 1.5inH x 2.5inW x 4.0inL). Both hardwire boxes require that a Flexible Connector of the appropriate length must be used to connect the hardwire box to a T4 fixture. The optional Hardwire Boxes may be ordered in the Accessories tab.

OTHER

• Accessories: click Accessories to learn more and order
• Average Pricing Estimate: for installations requiring several fixtures to be connected end-to-end the estimated per/foot price of the Microfluorescent T4 Light Fixtures is about $22.50/foot ± $6.00/foot. (This estimate does not include Professional Discounts given to “resellers” or discounts given for purchasing large quantities.)
• Large Quantity Discount: If you would like us to quote on a large quantity of Microfluorescent T4 Light Fixtures, please call us at our toll-free number, 800.392.4818, or use the online Quotation Request for Large Quantities form. We are always happy to provide you with our best large quantity pricing.