The Green Creative 98163 is a 17-watt LED U-bend tube designed to replace traditional fluorescent 32-watt equivalents while delivering compact, reliable illumination in institutional settings. With a 4000 K color temperature, the frosted glass tube provides diffused light intended to minimize glare and create a comfortable, evenly lit environment. This model operates on ballast bypass wiring (Type B) and accepts single-ended power, compatible with 120–277 V line voltage, which reduces the need for ballast components and lowers maintenance considerations over time.
Constructed as a glass tube with a 6 in. leg spacing and a 7.09 in. outer diameter, it is designed for flush integration into fixture layouts that support T8 U-bend form factors. The unit is listed under DLC 5.0 and NSF/ANSI Standard 2, and is UL-listed, signaling compliance with tested safety and performance benchmarks for commercial and institutional spaces such as food service, medical, and lab environments. The product is a low-maintenance alternative to fluorescent tubes, eliminating ballast requirements and associated costs, while still delivering reliable lumen output with a 5-year warranty backed by the manufacturer.
In practice, this tube is suitable for damp locations and compatible with single-ended wiring configurations common in many retrofit and new installations. When selecting lighting for areas that demand cleanliness and durability, the 98163 offers a straightforward upgrade path from legacy fluorescents, provided the fixture supports a ballast bypass U-bend LED with the specified dimensions and electrical requirements. Case quantity is 12 units per carton, aiding in bulk replacements and project planning.
Features:
- Ballast bypass operation for simpler installation
- Single-ended power with 120-277V compatibility
- Frosted glass tube for evenly diffused light
- NSF/ANSI Standard 2 and DLC Standard 5.0 compliant
- Suitable for food service, medical, and lab areas
- Low-maintenance alternative to fluorescent tubes
- 21-23 inch class length with 6 in. leg spacing
- Package Size:
- Each
- Color Temp:
- 4000K
- Wattage:
- 17
- DLC Listed:
- Yes
- UL Listed:
- Yes
- Damp Location:
- Yes
- Ballast Type:
- Ballast Bypass
- Base Type:
- Medium Bi-Pin
- Leg Spacing:
- 6 in.
- Outside Diameter:
- 7.09 in.
- Fluorescent Equal:
- 32 Watt
- Lighting Technology:
- LED
- Wiring:
- Single-Ended Wiring
- Operation:
- Type B Ballast Bypass
- Length:
- 22.43 in.
- Warranty:
- 5 Years
- Case Quantity:
- 12
