Fluorescent Light Problem.

[saintpeter48]

My fluorescent light in my kitchen takes an age to come on, will it be a problem with the actual light or the starter, thanks in advance.

[bookbinder]

Try a new starter.

[bookbinder]

https://www.ehow.com/info_12131645_causes-fluorescent-lights-kitchen-long-time-turn-on.html

[klazomaniac]

Hi st peter.
It could be any of three things.
The tube
The starter
A weak ballast

Consider buying an led direct replacement tube for the size of fitting you have. Eg. 4ft, 5ft, 6ft....

These tubes come with a starter module. It is only a built in link wire and will never burn out like a starter can.

They are relatively cheap. From around 6 0r 7 pounds rising to about £12 for a name brand like Philips

They don't fade over time like fluorescent tubes. And will last a lot longer WITH savings on your electricity bill.

[klazomaniac]

This is the first one I saw on the internet

https://www.any-lamp.co.uk/philips-corepro-ledtube-em-20w-865-150cm-daylight-incl-led-starter-replaces-58w?qcd=1&utm_gst=670ab9c3c5fba197af88be6adff51bcd740131d6&gclid=CjwKCAiAjMHwBRAVEiwAzdLWGK1KqMy1sFGl8CGm34-7WagGEBaSYmDca28LhFqNHfiikSlt5Uh2QBoCnYgQAvD_BwE

[saintpeter48]

Thanks for that Klazomaniac, I will get out anf buy one.

[Tuvok]

My brother has just replaced the lights in the garage - he got his from Screwfix or Toolstation

[stefos]

To get the maximum longevity out of your light it is recommended that you change both at the same time.

[Old_Geezer]

Waste not, want not. Check the starter first. Then if the tube needs replacement consider LED.

[Old_Geezer]

Since it does come on eventually the tube is likely ok.

[saintpeter48]

klazomaniac ..... I followed your advice and bought a led tube and starter from a local supplier, BRILLIANT. Thanks so much for your help, much appreciated.