bulb

  1. C

    Will automatic light switch drive dimmable LED bulb?

    Hi Folks, I use a couple of automatic light switches for when I'm away, they are fully electronic with triacs, they do not have contacts or relays. I fitted them in place of the original 2 wire wall switches, they presently switch old fashioned 60W incandescent bulbs. (To be clear the automatic...
    • coopern
    • Thread
    • automatic bulb dimmable drive led light light switch switch
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Talk Electrician Forum
  2. I

    Bulb mystery

    Hi, When i switch my sidelights on,they come on yet the front nearside bulb barely emits any light. How can a bulb do that? I thought that a a bulb either "works" or it doesn't.... Is it a faulty bulb or electrical problem? Thanks
  3. B

    Bulb type identification

    Hello everyone, please help to identify this type of a LED bulb.. I got it from my Philips desk lamp and want to change it to a similar one but with a warmer light as this one has a very cold white. Spent an hour on ebay and still can't figure it out.. Thanks
  4. J

    GU10 halogen bulb exploded?

    Hey there, I recently moved into my new home which is entirely lit by 50 watt GU10 halogen spotlights, though I am gradually purchasing LED equivalents whenever money can be spared due to the fantastic efficiency. Last night I switched on the livingroom lights which is lit by a total of 8...
    • JY360
    • Thread
    • again bulb glass gu10 halogen lamps power
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  5. M

    3 Core Cable to a 2 terminal Bulb Holder

    Hi Folks As per my previous thread. I plan on making and selling some lamps. I want to have two versions; one with a metal bulb holder and another, cheaper version with a plastic bulb holder. The issue is that I am using 3 core fabric cable and the plastic bulb holder does not have an earth...
  6. D

    400 watt low bay fitting with energy saving bulb for sale

    Low bay light fitting used but checked and tested with new 85 watt spiral lamp, equivalent to 425 watt, using 80% less energy 6390 lumen, warm white 2700 kelvin light colour for sale at £36 including tracked 48 hour postage by UPS
    • DanielSon
    • Thread
    • bulb energy equivalent fitting for sale light metal sale saving
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: For Sale and Wanted Forum
  7. K

    Hi I'm Keiramackenzie - Anyone know what downlight this is and how I change the bulb?

    Hi Guys My mum has had these downlights fitted into her new bathroom, and 1 has blown..... She got it from Screw Fix, and all the info. isn't helping me determine what sort of method I should use to change the lamp, but it is a Circular Low Voltage Ceiling Downlight 12v... I have...
    • keiramackenzie
    • Thread
    • anyone bulb change downlight knowledge
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  8. M

    EMdrive funy tory NASA don't know how works bulb

    Few days ago Nasa published raport http://ntrs.nasa.gov/search.jsp?R=20140006052 in 2013 Chine scientists also confirmed EMdrive ( Everyone understand that engine is moving but they not understand WHY and How )
    • maciejmarosz
    • Thread
    • bulb don't electrical work knowledge understand video works
    • Replies: 92
    • Forum: Electrician Talk Forum
  9. P

    Lubricating ES bulb threads.

    Hi Guys Client of mine has loads of these old 100 Watt ES spot fittings. Called me in to fix. Most OK, just needed screwing in further but a lubricant would help. They're blooming tight. Any recommendation considering how hot these get? Considered recommending a spot of vaseline, but that's...
  10. M

    Wiring a multiple bulb lamp from scratch

    Hi, I am looking to make a feature lamp with 5 bulbs on flexible arms, protruding from a piece of wood. I have never wired a bulb before, so am looking for clear instructions to help me with this project. My knowledge of volts & watts is a little dim (!!!) so would really appreciate any advice...
    • madegoke
    • Thread
    • bulb lamp lighting lights multiple wiring
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  11. L

    metal halide led bulb replacement

    Hi all Have any of you ever dealt with a LED replacement bulb for the metal halide (brightest possible with the bright white light). If you have are they any good and what company did you purchase them from? Thankyou Luke
    • Lukethoma1985
    • Thread
    • bright bulb control customer led light metal replacement white
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  12. V

    LED downlighting options and bulb recommendations

    Hi all, I have just built myself a kitchen extension so have a blank canvas so o speak hen it comes to downlighting. I will be having installed a series of LED downlights and I am looking for advice on weather to install low voltage unit or mains voltage units. I am aware of the excellent...
    • vincentvega
    • Thread
    • bulb fitting install led light lighting mains options recommendations
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  13. J

    Ceiling Rose/Pendant Wire Drop to bulb holder...

    Hi, I need to replace some ceiling rose/pendants in my property as they've become brittle with age. I've bought some new ones but they are all the standard length of cable. If I was to wire in a replacement length is there any standard/requirements to look for... i.e. high temperature...
    • jimjamyaha
    • Thread
    • bulb cable ceiling flexible holder rose screwfix white wire
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  14. P

    Replacements for this strange low energy bulb?

    Does any one know the model name/number of this type of low energy bulb? It does not seem to have any markings and the bulb part seems to be integrated with the housing.
  15. 1Justin

    New Zealand Glorified bulb change or full testing? LED retro fit.

    Customer has about 50 old ~20W halogen downlights. All open-backed type, many broken GU5.3 connectors. I can't replace 50 off with fangled all-in type LED lamps because: 1) She will have a fit at the price. 2) There would be too much light (in corridors etc) because ex. 20W halogens are too...
  16. D

    Fitting and bulb full of water, light still working!

    Had a call from a family member today saything they'd had a flood and the elecs had tripped. Dropped by and reset the RCD. It held, so I assumed whatever had got wet had dried out. Started pulling a few boards up and everything seemed ok, damp plaster but nothing too bad... Went into the...
    • DNS1
    • Thread
    • bulb electrical work fitting light still water working
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  17. A

    Dimmer Switches that don't die after a bulb blowing

    Hi all, Was wondering if anyone out there can recommend a brand of dimmer switch that can stand a bit of inrush current from a lamp blowing.. I have got through two in the last 6 months, both have suffered quadrac failure The switches used have a VDR on the output but the fault gets beyond...
    • Andyroid5
    • Thread
    • after blowing bulb dimmer don't switch switches
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. E

    Can anyone help me find the right replacement LED bulb?

    Hi - I'm new to site so please bear with me. I need to replace a bulb in my white walled bathroom. I need a bright, blue-white lighting. I have tried a couple (warm white, cool white) but they are not bright / white enough. One from Tool Station (CED GU10 replacement lamp GU35W cool white)...
    • electricnovice
    • Thread
    • anyone bright bulb enough led light replacement right white
    • Replies: 30
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. kkkkk

    How to change bulb on illuminated bathroom cabinet

    Hi all A friend of mine has a bathroom cabinet, illuminated with shaver socket. It came from Argos, and is a Living Shire 2 door illuminated cabinet. Anyway, a bulb has blown & he doesn't have the instructions. Does anyone know how to? I can't go there, a bit far away - but would like to help...
  20. L

    LED Bulb Prices

    Hi all, I've been looking at LED bulb prices for gu10's and it seems the best place to buy them at the moment is online my wholesaler can't even get close on some of the prices on certain bulbs. Have you lot noticed the same or do I just get bad prices?
    • Lewiiss
    • Thread
    • bulb lamps led online price prices wholesaler
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
Best EV Chargers
Best EV Chargers by Electrical2Go! The official electric vehicle charger supplier.

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Electrician Courses Green Electrical Goods PCB Way Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Pushfit Wire Connectors Electric Underfloor Heating Electrician Courses
These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then CLICK HERE and post a thread with who you are, and we'll send you some stats etc

YOUR Unread Posts

Daily, weekly or monthly email

Receive a daily, weekly, or monthly email containing a digest of new and recently updated threads.
UK Tiling Forum | Tilers Forums
UK Tiling Forum by Tilers Forums UK
Plumbers Forums | Plumbing Advice | Gas Forum
Electrician Tips from Professional Electricians
JBOD Forums: a forum for JBOD storage server advice
JBOD Suppliers: JBOD Storage Server Supplies
Back
Top