Bathroom downlights have no earth?

[EFLImpudence]

Correct, but then surely a block connector attached to piece of metal prevents it from being class 2. Since screws can come loose over time etc?

Not per se.
I think you will find that if the cable has restraints and the block is covered (by insulating material) that will be sufficient.

After all, as well as what I said above about the lamp socket, Class 2 products will have to have a means of connection.

I think you are expecting too much in relation to Class 2 products.

 

[JohnW2]

.... They come with 10year guarantee which is good as the LED isn't replaceable. ....

The main problem with these long warranties is that it would be fairly unusual if the identical product were still available (from the manufacturer) after 10 years (or even, in many cases, a lot less then that) - so one might have to be prepared for at least a little possible difference in appearance if one did have to get a replacement under warranty.

In situations like that, my inclination usually is to acquire at least a spare or two at the time the originals are installed - but I often forget to (or feel too mean to!) actually do it!

Kind Regards, John

 

[omega015]

my inclination usually is to acquire at least a spare or two

That's not a bad idea actually, while mine are still available I might check the price and grab a couple.

 

[JohnW2]

That's not a bad idea actually, while mine are still available I might check the price and grab a couple.

I try to avoid 'bad ideas'

As I said, it's a good idea if one can remember (and feel inclined) to do it. It makes most sense when (as often with downlights) there are a lot of them. If there were only two or three 'somethings', I'd be more inclined to 'gamble' and be prepared to possibly have to replace all (two or three) of them if one of them ever required replacement.

Kind Regards, John

 

[ban-all-sheds]

It makes most sense when (as often with downlights) there are a lot of them.

"Sense" and "a lot of them" is oxymoronic.

 

[JohnW2]

"Sense" and "a lot of them" is oxymoronic.

We are well aware that such is your view but I'm not sure what you think will be achieved by your voicing that view yet again.

Kind Regards, John

 

[ban-all-sheds]

If it stops one benighted person from installing them it will have achieved something worthwhile.