F40T12/965 - 40 Watt 48 Inch T12 Fluorescent Light Bulb - 6500K Full Spectrum - 2600 Lumens - 24,000 Hours

GoodBulb F40T12/965 40W Fluorescent Tube: Full-Spectrum Daylight Clarity for Task-Critical and Color-Accurate Environments

48-Inch Linear T12 Fluorescent Lamp with Medium Bi-Pin (G13) Base. Engineered to emit 2600 lumens of clean, high-output illumination at 6500 Kelvin Full-Spectrum Daylight, this 40-watt tubular lamp delivers exceptional brightness with true color accuracy. Rated for an extended 24,000-hour service life and featuring a 90+ CRI (Color Rendering Index), the F40T12/965 is ideal for laboratories, inspection areas, classrooms, industrial work zones, and color-critical commercial applications.

Why 6500K Full Spectrum Daylight?

The 6500K full-spectrum color temperature mimics outdoor daylight at noon—making it perfect for spaces where visual clarity, contrast, and color fidelity are paramount.

✔ Laboratories & Medical Facilities – Accurate color representation for diagnostics, testing, and precision tasks.
✔ Art Studios & Design Workspaces – Ideal for color matching, retouching, and fine-detail work.
✔ Classrooms & Offices – Enhances alertness and productivity under crisp daylight-balanced lighting.
✔ Inspection & Industrial Applications – Reveals fine detail with minimal glare and maximum contrast.

Designed for High-Output, Long-Life Performance

✔ 2600 Lumen Output – Consistent, wide-area illumination for demanding visual tasks.
✔ 24,000-Hour Rated Life – Reduces maintenance frequency and relamping costs.
✔ High CRI (90+) – Ensures accurate color reproduction in critical viewing environments.
✔ T12 Form Factor – Standard 1.5" diameter tube ideal for legacy and retrofit fixtures.
✔ Medium Bi-Pin (G13) Base – Fits most 48-inch fluorescent troffers, strips, and wraparounds.

Trusted Fluorescent Technology – But LED Is the Future

While T12 fluorescent tubes offer reliable and familiar lighting, modern LED upgrades now outperform them across efficiency, lifespan, and environmental safety.

Why Upgrade to LED?

✔ Cut Energy Costs by 50–60% – LED replacements reduce power consumption without sacrificing brightness.
✔ 50,000-Hour LED Lifespan – Outlasts fluorescents by more than double, reducing labor and material costs.
✔ No Mercury, No Flicker – Safer for you and the environment with clean, instant-on lighting.
✔ No More Ballasts – Bypass options eliminate long-term failure points and buzzing ballasts.

Compatible LED Retrofit Solutions

🔹 Type A Plug & Play – Works with compatible electronic fluorescent ballasts.
🔹 Type B Ballast Bypass – Direct-wire to line voltage for maximum energy savings and longevity.
🔹 Hybrid Type A+B – Use with or without a ballast for flexible long-term upgrades.

Safe & Responsible Fluorescent Disposal

Fluorescent tubes contain mercury, which must be recycled responsibly. GoodBulb makes disposal simple and compliant.

✅ Prepaid Recycling Boxes – Fill, seal, and ship to a certified facility.
✅ EPA-Compliant & Safe – Protects people and the planet.
✅ Certificate of Recycling – Formal documentation for business compliance and sustainability reporting.

Brighten Your Workspace with Full-Spectrum Confidence

The GoodBulb F40T12/965 delivers daylight-balanced brilliance and professional-grade color accuracy. But when you're ready to move forward, LED lighting offers the ultimate upgrade in performance, longevity, and eco-conscious design.

Contact GoodBulb today to explore LED retrofit options and make the smart switch for your facility.