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    Low voltage halogen lamps set to be banned from next year

    Low-voltage halogen lamps are to be banned from next year under draft legislation drawn up by the European Commission, Lux magazine can reveal 12V MR16 lamps are the workhorses of retail, commercial and, increasingly, residential lighting and millions are sold every year in the EU. But...
  2. R

    Low voltage.

    Hi, can anyone tell me if there is a minium supply voltage for domestic properties? My father lives in a bungalow with a TT earthing arrangement and we have noticed the lights continuly flicker, which is more noticeable on a flourscent fitting. I have measured the voltage at the incomming side...
  3. M

    Replacement Low Voltage Dimmer Module

    I'm not in the trade - but understand concepts (Physics at Uni - a long time ago!) Looking for replacement for a dimmer module which is driving three 35 w mains spotlights and four 50w 12v spotlights. The other switch of the 2 gang switchplate is backed with a a Hamilton Litestat dimmer module...
  4. A

    testing a low voltage bathroom fan

    Hi all I am new to testing so need some advice. I have installed a low voltage bathroom fan and would like to know do i have to test the whole lighting circuit it is attached to or just the the cable i have installed for the fan. also should i bypass the transformer when testing to avoid...
  5. J

    mains or low voltage track lighting?

    For ceiling of art studio, which type is most suitable? Existing mains lighting outlets on the ceiling are in place so will probably go with them but where would transformers go if I went to 12V system? I expect dimmer switch is possible on both types.?
  6. P

    Low voltage spotlights problem

    Hi guys wired in some spot lights on transformers few weeks ago, just had a call to say they stay on for a few hours then go off by themselfs for about half an hour then go back on again.My first thoughts are transformers overheating.....any thoughts on this would be great ?CheersPhil
  7. Spoon

    IEC 60034-30 Standard on efficiency classes for low voltage AV motors

    Hi people. This came into affect on 16th June 2011. I did a search on it here, but nothing came up, so I thought I would post some info.
  8. J

    Double Insulation on low voltage (ELV) downlighters

    Replaced a load of downlighters today with the the lamp holder cable being connected to the tranny with a choc block but no choc box, ie not double insulated. Am I right in thinking this does not comply or is it ok as theyre low voltage?
  9. P

    low voltage ip44 leds in bath panel??

    Hi , just want your thoughts on this , tiled bath panel sealed , with ip44 leds in the tiles, wired from existing switch , switch powering socket in loft lv transformer in plug pluged into skt and wired to leds in bath panel, psc current of low voltage? because there is no earth in the lv...
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    Low Voltage Electrical Requirement Regs 1989

    I've had an enquiry asking if I do safety checks under the Low Voltage Electrical Requirement Regs 1989. I've done a quick search on this forum and in Google but can't find any reference to this exact regulation. I will contact the enquirer and ask for more details of what they want done, but...
  11. D

    Low Voltage outdoor half lantern

    just been asked to supply one of these low voltage outdoor half lanterns, with a photocell but my wholesalers are stumped and cant find them from any supplier, any ideas who to try? I'm sure you guys have the answers!
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    Extra Low Voltage Downlights (help)

    hello there have a possible job lined up to fit 4 elv(12v) downlights in a smallish room, now the room is not classed as a special location so as i understand it a pelv or selv circuit could be used. i have not previously fitted elv downlights so not really sure about whats available or what...
  13. J

    private low voltage supply

    I was hoping someone could clarify an example of a private lv supply?
  14. B

    Mains Voltage LED downlights, low voltage?

    Hi, Firstly hello! and secondly I hope this is the right sub-forum. I read the annoucement and this seemed the most suited. I hope you don't mind, whilst I'm not an electrician, I have what is most likely a straight forward question I would appreciate some help with. I have a new build due...
  15. J

    Problem Low voltage boiler mains cable

    Hello everyone.This is the 2nd time ive had this problem. I have a 240v supply to the boiler,but it needs a 24v supply(call for heat)Someone said to me an external relay is needed. But I don,t know what sort,and don,t know how to connect it,Please help. Thanks
  16. T

    bright low voltage garden lights?

    Could anyone advise me about garden lights? We would like some quite bright lights but want to use low voltage for safety. I have seen some 36V LED stuff around but would like to do something that is "standard".
  17. A

    Low Voltage Under Floor Heating

    Hello All, I posted last week regarding electrical Under Floor heating Mats/Coils and trhe need for sparky to sign off the installation. the link below is for a 24volt system that uses and domestic 3pin plug. diy underfloor heating, diy underfloor heating uk, electric underfloor heaters...
  18. D

    Linking Low Voltage Downlights

    What is your guys preferd method? I was just gonna use 1.5mm Twin(brown cores) to link each light. or should I t&e and connect block the earth.
  19. N

    Low Voltage Downlighters.

    Quick question on the life expectancy of the transformers. Customer has about 100 low volt dls and about 30 of them no longer work. They have been in since the house was built about 6 years ago. Is this an acceptable time or could there be an underlying problem?? Cheers Chaps
  20. C

    Low Voltage under unit lights stuck on!

    Hi I have a set of low voltage under unit lights in my kitchen as well as a set of 240v dowlighter on the ceiling. Both sets are controlled by a switch (2 gang - 1 switch for each) on the wall. Last month the switch on the right hand side which turns the under unit lights on and off stopped...

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