I would think so. My first choice is the local electrical contractor's=20
supply house, but have seen similar prices at Home Depot, and think=20
Lowe's would be similar. I have been gradually changing over the entire=20
house, probably 70% there now. With increased electricity rates, we have=20
seen about 10% reduction in $$. The wiring of the T-8 tubes is a little=20
different (shown on ballast label), I find it easier to replace the=20
sockets, plus most of these are 35 ears old. The ballasts typically have=20
the same mounting. I use crimp butt connectors on the load wires, but=20
could use the twist on. :)

On 1/5/2012 6:38 PM, John Ferrell wrote:
> On 1/5/2012 5:53 PM, Carl Denk wrote:
>   =20
>> The ballasts are less
>>     =20
>>> than 10 dollars, much less than sitting down and repairing costs.
>>>
>>> John
>>>
>>>       =20
>> Plus they likely are much more energy efficient. Replacing (2) 4' T12
>> fluorescent tubes with T8 tubes and electronic ballast for $35 including
>> new sockets would pay for itself in savings in 1.5 years.
>>     =20
> I would like to try that process.  Should I expect to find these parts
> (T8 Tubes, Electronic Ballast&  sockets) at my local Home improvement
> store for $35?
> I have Home Depot&  Lowes nearby...
>
>   =20
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