4' Ft. T8 LED 90Min EMERGENCY BATTERY Tube 18W Frosted 5000K

4’ 18W Frosted Emergency Battery Backup T8 LED Tube

Reliable everyday lighting with integrated 90-minute emergency backup.

PrimeLights’ 4-foot 18W Frosted Emergency T8 LED Tube delivers high-efficiency illumination for commercial, institutional, and industrial environments—while providing dependable emergency lighting when power is lost. Designed for direct wire applications (ballast bypass), this tube combines energy savings, long service life, and built-in battery backup in one easy-to-install solution. The frosted lens ensures smooth, uniform light distribution with reduced glare, making it ideal for offices, schools, healthcare facilities, retail spaces, and more.

This EM tube must be wired to specifications to ensure 90 minute EM battery backup tube will stay charged and run for and additional 90 minutes after power outage.  UL listed and tested thoroughly so you can count on it when you need it most.  

Key Features & Specifications

• Wattage: 18W AC Power / 4–8W EM Power

• Emergency Operation: 90-minute battery backup

• Charge Time: 24 hours (full charge)

• Voltage: 120–277V Direct Wire (Ballast Bypass)

• Lens: Frosted for soft, even light distribution

• Color Temperature: 5000K (Bright White)

• Luminous Efficacy: Up to 180 lumens per watt:  2,700

• Beam Angle: 120°

• CRI: 80+ for accurate color rendering

• Rated Life: 50,000 hours

• Warranty: 5-Year Limited Warranty

• Base Type: G13 (Medium Bi-Pin)

• Construction: Shatterproof Polycarbonate Lens with Aluminum Housing

• Fixture Compatibility: Suitable for enclosed fixtures

• Environment: Damp rated

• Operating Temperature: -3°F to 113°F

• Certifications: ETL Listed

• Environmental: Mercury-free and environmentally friendly

Built for Performance & Safety

This integrated emergency T8 LED tube eliminates the need for external emergency drivers or separate battery packs. During normal operation, it functions as a high-output LED tube. In the event of a power outage, it automatically switches to emergency mode, maintaining critical illumination for up to 90 minutes to meet safety and code requirements.

The durable aluminum housing ensures effective heat dissipation for long-term reliability, while the impact-resistant polycarbonate lens enhances safety and longevity in demanding environments.

Ideal Applications

• Offices and commercial buildings

• Schools and universities

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities

• Retail stores and warehouses

• Government and municipal buildings

Upgrade to PrimeLights’ 18W Frosted Emergency T8 LED Tube for dependable, energy-efficient lighting with integrated emergency protection—engineered for performance, safety, and long-term value.

COMMERCIAL SPECIFICATION GRADE COMPLAINT WITH ANY CODE REQUIRING EMERGENCY BACKUP BATTERY LIGHTS.  IDEAL FOR STORES, WAREHOUSES, BUSINESS'S AND SHOPS THAT REQUIRE A BATTERY BACKUP.