Loft lighting

[Kenneth92]

found a double socket in my loft which I want to use for lighting up there.
can I use 1.5mm twin and earth connected between the socket and a 3amp fuse switch to power the lights??
TIA x

 

[littlespark]

The socket is maybe up there for a tv amp at sometime.
you would be better using flex than t&e.
An old table lamp is perfect, or an inspection lamp.

 

[Pete999]

The socket is maybe up there for a tv amp at sometime.
you would be better using flex than t&e.
An old table lamp is perfect, or an inspection lamp.

Disagree, LS but dislike throwing the red cross about, surely a RS lamp in a proper holder is far better than an old table lamp, much safer and will last longer, better still install some permanent Attic lights, open for discussion.

 

[littlespark]

I see your point, Pete, but as the op is diy, I’m not sure of their abilities. So better plugging in a proprietary designed and built luminaire than building one themselves.
maybe not an old table lamp then.

 

[Spoon]

found a double socket in my loft which I want to use for lighting up there.
can I use 1.5mm twin and earth connected between the socket and a 3amp fuse switch to power the lights??
TIA x

Welcome to the forum mate.
It depends on how the socket is wired. It may be a spur from the upstairs ring main. Then it's best to replace the socket with a fused spur and wire the lights off that.
Of course, making sure the power is switched off first.
Just my opinion...

 

[telectrix]

and derate the cable by 60% to allow for the itchy-poo monkeys with their "do not use the attic" notices. where else can you grow your weed unnoticed?

 

[SJD]

Just to add, check the socket is indeed off a socket circuit before you start. I've found a fair few sockets in lofts that are connected to the upstairs lighting circuit - because they are "only going to power the TV amp" - some didn't even have the earth connected.