wiring spotlights

[kitcarman]

hello all
i haave just bought 6 240v 50w spotlights
could i put a plug on the end of each and plug them into a 6 gang extension lead and the lead then be hard wired into the main light in the kitchen. at the minute i have 1 bulb hanging in the centre of the kitchen

many thanks

 

[flameport]

It would certainly be possible, although why anyone would want to is another matter.

 

[kitcarman]

just thought it would be a whole lot easier than wiring them all in a line and then into the main
all for easy way but maybe not, not a lot of room in the roof space
what do you think silly?

 

[ban-all-sheds]

If you honestly think that your idea would be easier than doing it the conventional way then you probably shouldn't be doing it.

And "not a lot of room in the roof space"? How is getting up there to put plugs onto the lights, and to connect a trailing socket to the lighting circuit any different to wiring the lights normally?

 

[mbga9pgf]

hello all
i haave just bought 6 240v 50w spotlights
could i put a plug on the end of each and plug them into a 6 gang extension lead and the lead then be hard wired into the main light in the kitchen. at the minute i have 1 bulb hanging in the centre of the kitchen

many thanks

Why not use the correct equipment instead?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOZDLhRyE9c

you need to be aware of Part P as well, as work in the kitchen is a notifiable area of work. You are supposed to get wiring approved and tested either by the local authority, or, alternatively, an approved installer.

DIY at your own risk.

 

[Steve]

hello all
i haave just bought 6 240v 50w spotlights

Oh well. You'll learn.

Are you aware of the alternatives? 50 watt halogen downlights should be banned for sale to DIYers.

 

[ban-all-sheds]

50 watt halogen downlights should be banned for sale to DIYers.

Never write 11 words when 7 will do.