Fluorescent to LED Conversion Tool
Find suitable LED replacements for fluorescent panels, T5 and T8 fittings. Choose your existing fitting type and this tool will suggest the most relevant Lumenloop product options, explain why they fit, and link straight to the product pages.
Your existing lighting
Select the fluorescent fitting you’re replacing to see the most suitable Lumenloop LED options. Panel replacements will show multiple panel choices rather than one forced result.
Replace Fluorescent Lights with LED (Panels, T5 & T8 Explained)
Upgrading from fluorescent lighting to LED is one of the simplest ways to reduce energy costs, improve light quality and cut maintenance across commercial spaces.
Whether you’re replacing a 600×600 fluorescent panel, T5 tubes, or T8 fittings, the key is choosing the right type of LED replacement — not just swapping like-for-like wattage.
This tool helps you do exactly that.
Instead of asking for technical inputs like lux levels or lumens, it uses real-world information such as your existing fitting type and application to recommend the most suitable LED product.
What LED Replaces Fluorescent Lights?
The correct LED replacement depends on the type of fluorescent fitting currently installed.
600×600 Fluorescent Panels
If you’re upgrading a modular ceiling panel, the best approach is a direct LED panel replacement.
This keeps the same ceiling integration while improving:
- efficiency
- glare control
- lifespan
Typical upgrade path:
- edge-lit or backlit LED panels
- modern low-glare office lighting solutions
T5 and T8 Fluorescent Tubes
Tube-based fluorescent fittings should usually be replaced with linear LED luminaires, not panels.
This is where many upgrades go wrong.
Switching to a purpose-built linear LED:
- maintains the original lighting layout
- improves uniformity
- avoids over-lighting or poor spacing
Retrofit and Refurbishment Projects
In environments like schools, healthcare buildings or refurbishment projects, a simple swap isn’t always the best option.
Retrofit-focused LED solutions are often more suitable because they:
- integrate better with existing infrastructure
- provide cleaner, more durable finishes
- support long-term performance
Why Switching to LED Makes Sense
Moving from fluorescent to LED lighting delivers immediate and long-term benefits:
- Lower energy consumption (typically 40–70% reduction)
- Reduced maintenance (no tubes, starters or ballasts)
- Better light quality and consistency
- Instant start with no flicker
- Longer product lifespan
For most commercial buildings, fluorescent lighting is now one of the biggest remaining inefficiencies.
How to Choose the Right LED Replacement
When replacing fluorescent lighting, focus on:
- fitting type (panel vs linear)
- application (office, education, warehouse)
- ceiling system or installation constraints
- desired light quality (glare, uniformity, output)
Avoid choosing based purely on wattage — LED performance varies significantly depending on design and optics.
Find the Right LED Product in Seconds
Use the tool above to:
- identify the correct LED replacement for your fluorescent fitting
- compare suitable product options
- understand why each option fits your application
Once you’ve found the right product, you can move on to calculating energy savings and payback using our LED ROI calculator.
Typical Fluorescent to LED Conversion Examples
| Existing Lighting | Recommended LED Direction |
|---|---|
| 600×600 fluorescent panel | LED panel (modular ceiling) |
| 1200mm T5 fitting | Linear LED luminaire |
| 1500mm T8 fitting | Linear LED luminaire |
| School / healthcare fluorescent | Retrofit linear LED solution |
