{"product_id":"eco-tech-t5-led-tube","title":"Eco Tech T5 LED Tube","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA low-heat LED retrofit for T5 fluorescent fittings.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Eco Tech T5 LED Tube swaps into a standard T5 housing in place of a fluorescent tube, giving bright, even 6400K light with a 50,000-hour rated life. It's built for terrarium lighting and to support live plant growth — the manufacturer states it must not be used directly above water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6400K daylight-white light\u003c\/strong\u003e with a CRI above 80, for natural-looking colour rendering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e120° beam angle\u003c\/strong\u003e for even spread across the enclosure, rather than a hot spot straight down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50,000 hour rated life\u003c\/strong\u003e — well beyond a fluorescent tube's typical service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED chip count scales with wattage\u003c\/strong\u003e — 54, 84 or 126 chips — so brightness stays consistent across the three lengths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect fit\u003c\/strong\u003e into standard T5 housings at the matching tube length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWattage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLED chips\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour temp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCRI\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e549 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6400 K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA3126\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e849 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e84\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6400 K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA3127\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1149 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e126\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6400 K\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA3128\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e terrarium lighting, planted terrariums and vivariums, and general enclosure illumination in any standard T5 housing at the matching length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e mounting directly above open water. The manufacturer states this tube must not be used directly above water — for an aquarium canopy, keep it clear of the open water surface or choose a purpose-built waterproof aquarium tube instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot to be used directly above water, per the manufacturer. Fit only into a T5 housing rated for the tube's wattage, and match the tube length to the housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA T5 housing at the matching length, such as the Eco Tech T5 IP65 PRO or T5 HO Light Unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne year manufacturer warranty, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard shipping applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this above my aquarium?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer advises against positioning it directly above open water. If you want light over an aquarium, keep the tube clear of the water surface inside a covered canopy, or choose a dedicated waterproof aquarium tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long will it last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's rated for approximately 50,000 hours of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill it help my terrarium plants grow?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it's marketed for stimulating plant growth in terrariums, alongside general enclosure lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat housing does it fit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAny standard T5 fitting at the matching physical length — 549 mm for the 12 W, 849 mm for the 18 W, and 1149 mm for the 24 W.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eco Tech","offers":[{"title":"12w","offer_id":55242251436323,"sku":"AA3126","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"18w","offer_id":55335242957091,"sku":"AA3127","price":87.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24w","offer_id":55335242989859,"sku":"AA3128","price":104.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/eco-tech-t5-led-tube-12w-3003708-1600.jpg?v=1781837187","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/eco-tech-t5-led-tube","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}