Hi folks,
I'm buying my lighting for my new bathroom. I currently have one normal energy-saving-bulb in there, on a pull cord switch.
I'd like to replace this with 4 x 35w halogen recessed lights with a dimming pull cord.
Having googled plenty on my options I've come to the conclusion that I could do with a little help with the purchasing of the stuff.
I know I need IP65 lights as one will be above my shower, and I've decided to get either these http://www.thelightingsuperstore.co.uk/product.asp?productid=35452
or their 12v equivalent (these: http://www.thelightingsuperstore.co.uk/product.asp?productid=35455 )
Now, I'm, afraid I've come to a load of questions...
Firstly - what is better 12v or 240v? Is there a lot of difference? If I get the 12v version I believe I need to get 4 transformers such as this http://www.thelightingsuperstore.co.uk/product.asp?productid=48041 (one for each light) and clear loft insulation for each light and a room for each transformer to be located nearby (but not within 9 inches due to heat). This seems a bit more of a pain than just getting the 240v ones, which don't need a transformer and are therefore cheaper. Much of this info I've gotten from here: http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Technical/Lighting/VoltageDrop.html
I'm also supplying the cable as well and it appears from the TLC site that I need 1mm cable...?
Finally,
Will it be OK to run 4 of these lights (either 240v or 12v) using a dimpull switch like this:
http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Main_In...Index/Wiring_Accessories~Dimmers_All/Dimpull/
It seems to me from the info that it is OK, but I'd like to check to be sure
Thanks,
Having had a browse this is a really friendly and helpful forum that I'll probably be using often!!
James
I'm buying my lighting for my new bathroom. I currently have one normal energy-saving-bulb in there, on a pull cord switch.
I'd like to replace this with 4 x 35w halogen recessed lights with a dimming pull cord.
Having googled plenty on my options I've come to the conclusion that I could do with a little help with the purchasing of the stuff.
I know I need IP65 lights as one will be above my shower, and I've decided to get either these http://www.thelightingsuperstore.co.uk/product.asp?productid=35452
or their 12v equivalent (these: http://www.thelightingsuperstore.co.uk/product.asp?productid=35455 )
Now, I'm, afraid I've come to a load of questions...
Firstly - what is better 12v or 240v? Is there a lot of difference? If I get the 12v version I believe I need to get 4 transformers such as this http://www.thelightingsuperstore.co.uk/product.asp?productid=48041 (one for each light) and clear loft insulation for each light and a room for each transformer to be located nearby (but not within 9 inches due to heat). This seems a bit more of a pain than just getting the 240v ones, which don't need a transformer and are therefore cheaper. Much of this info I've gotten from here: http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Technical/Lighting/VoltageDrop.html
I'm also supplying the cable as well and it appears from the TLC site that I need 1mm cable...?
Finally,
Will it be OK to run 4 of these lights (either 240v or 12v) using a dimpull switch like this:
http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Main_In...Index/Wiring_Accessories~Dimmers_All/Dimpull/
It seems to me from the info that it is OK, but I'd like to check to be sure
Thanks,
Having had a browse this is a really friendly and helpful forum that I'll probably be using often!!
James