I am planning on fitting 12v spots in bathroom the bathroom is small and 4 downs will be enough, i have seen some that can be run from 1 transformer (150watt)- the bulbs are not covered with a cover and ceiling is 2400mm from floor are these ok transformer in loft?
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I'd guess it depends on what zone the lights are in and what the IP rating is. However wait for an electrical grown up to comment.
horace1 said:
I do not see anything wrong With the transformer in the loft(Outside zone2), and 12v downlighters being fitted in the bathroom(inside zone 2).
I think you are complying with the regs.
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Who says it is zone 2?
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It is Z2 over the bath, Z3 within 600mm of bath edge (running away from bath) then beyond that, it is outside the zones.
But for Z2< I would use IP66 fitting. I see many SELV d/l over baths & showers that are inoperative due to water damage. The fittings corrode, and steam and condensation get into the ceiling void and damage the lampholder.
But for Z2< I would use IP66 fitting. I see many SELV d/l over baths & showers that are inoperative due to water damage. The fittings corrode, and steam and condensation get into the ceiling void and damage the lampholder.
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