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T12 2 -Bulb Residential Fluorescent light ballast

Ratings & Reviews for GE T12 2 -Bulb Residential Fluorescent light ballast

4.6
285
Review
 4.6 out of 5
285 Reviews


91% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

This electronic fluorescent light ballast is generally effective and easy to install as a replacement for older magnetic ballasts. Many users found it straightforward to wire up and get their fixtures working again, with the new ballast providing instant-on and flicker-free operation. The smaller size and lighter weight were also noted as advantages. However, some experienced issues like slow start times, flickering, or premature failure. Overall, the majority of reviewers were satisfied with the product's performance and value, especially considering the cost savings compared to replacing the entire fixture.

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285 Customer Reviews

T12 2-Bulb Residential Fluorescent Light Ballast

Would Recommend

This was what I needed after first getting the wrong type of ballast. It seems most of the kind on the shelves were for newer bulb types. all of my fixtures take the older style.

December 19, 2024
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We actually needed the ballast which wasn’t availa

Would Recommend

Bulbs were fine, I’m sure

December 10, 2024
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works great with modern led lights

Would Recommend

easy to install

December 8, 2024
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Don’t buy this junk

Would Not Recommend

Junk. Worked for 10 minutes.

October 3, 2024
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Response from GE Lighting Expert

Thank you for contacting us about this, I'm sorry it happened. If you have any issue returning/exchanging at the store, please don't hesitat... Read More

GE Lighting ExpertOctober 4, 2024

Ballast Replacement

Would Recommend

Worked just like it should.

January 11, 2024
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Replaced with same unit

Would Recommend

The previous version of this exact unit lasted less than 5 years.

August 27, 2023
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Dubious quality

Bought 2 to replace same item ballasts for 4 bulb fixture of LED type a bulbs, all are GE. Did not work. At power on, bulbs would not light until turned in their sockets. Called GE and was told all (ballast & bulbs) were compatible, but they still did not work. Gave up, bypassed ballasts and bought type b LED bulbs and tossed 4 type b bulbs and the 2 ballasts. What a $100 waste of money!

August 15, 2023
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Response from GE Lighting Expert

Thank you for contacting us, we value your feedback. For any future issues/questions, please don't hesitate to call us directly at 1-800-435-444... Read More

GE Lighting ExpertAugust 16, 2023

Youtube is great if not electrically inclined.

Easy installation

July 31, 2023
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This is for a (2) 1-1/2-in. x 4 ft. bulb fixture

Easy to install.

July 20, 2023
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Easy replacement

Would Recommend

Fit well, work well, easy to wire

June 1, 2023
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Slow starting and flickering bulbs

Would Not Recommend

I purchased two of these to replace two 20-year old magnetic ballasts that hummed. Installing the new ballast was easy. However, the bulbs were slow starting (10+ seconds) and would occasionally flicker afterwards. So, I called the GE Customer Service number (which is printed right on the ballast). The person was pleasant, professional and sounded knowledgeable. He methodically confirmed that I had done everything correctly including 1) cross-referencing model numbers with the old MagneTek ...

April 19, 2023
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Response from GE Lighting Expert

Thank you for letting us know about this, I'm sorry it happened. We'll be glad to handle the warranty for you over the phone. Please call u... Read More

GE Lighting ExpertApril 19, 2023