The light-emitting diodes (LED) are semiconductors. As electrons pass through this kind of semiconductor, it turns into light. Compared to fluorescent lights, LED lights are more efficient at turning energy into light. Therefore, less of the energy radiates from the bulb as heat.Click to see full answer. In this manner, do LED tubes need starters? Starters and LED tubes If a starter is used in the current fixture with a conventional fluorescent tube then the starter must be replaced with a LED starter. Our LED tubes for fixtures with a conventional ballast are supplied standard with a LED starter.Also Know, can you put an LED tube in a fluorescent fixture? Type A LED tubes have an internal driver that makes it possible for the lights to operate on existing fluorescent ballasts. They plug directly in place of the existing fluorescent lamp. Super-easy installation – Just switch out the old fluorescent tubes for LEDs, and you’re done. Also know, how do you fix a LED tube light? Install LED tubes in a fixture with conventional ballast Remove the fluorescent tube. Remove the starter. Insert the LED starter. Insert the new LED tube. Should I replace fluorescent with LED?Yes, you can replace fluorescent tubes with LED tubes or LED integrated fixtures. If you aren’t ready to replace the fluorescent fixture and just want to replace the bulbs, you can use plug-and-play, direct wire, or hybrid LED tubes.