Wiring up 8 x 230v 35w downlights

[custie86]

Hi all, this will be my 2nd post as a member.

I want to replace my existing pendant lights in my living room with 8 x 35Watt GU10 led downlights. Was just wondering about the best method of wiring these together so they can be operated from a two way dimmer switch. Ie: In two groups of four.

Really appreciate any help with the above.

Cheers!

 

[Deleted member 9648]

As it comes under part P you will have to carry out the work in accordance with Bs7671. Which means testing and certification in accordance with Bs7671. Failure to do so is against the law.

 

[buzzlightyear]

Roughly 3x7 metres

6 in total ,not over kill like 8.

 

[custie86]

As it comes under part P you will have to carry out the work in accordance with Bs7671. Which means testing and certification in accordance with Bs7671. Failure to do so is against the law.

Maybe I have misunderstood. I was under the impression that a homeowner can make additions to an existing lighting circuit without notifying building control.

 

[custie86]

Maybe I have misunderstood. I was under the impression that a homeowner can make additions to an existing lighting circuit without notifying building control.

It is an addition to the downstairs lighting radial circuit is it not?

 

[telectrix]

it's a big room 22 ft x 10ft. my method has always worked for me and customers have been happy. nothing worse than installing lighting to have the customer ask you for the loan of a white stick or a torch.

 

[123]

it's a big room 22 ft x 10ft. my method has always worked for me and customers have been happy. nothing worse than installing lighting to have the customer ask you for the loan of a white stick or a torch.

Hardly a big room. You must be fitting garbage lamps or fittings then. 12 @ 520 Lumens per lamp is over 6000 Lumens, and for a Lounge, only thing Customer will need is Sunglasses and a dimmer would be an absolute must.

 

[buzzlightyear]

it's a big room 22 ft x 10ft. my method has always worked for me and customers have been happy. nothing worse than installing lighting to have the customer ask you for the loan of a white stick or a torch.

10ft x 23ft .

 

[telectrix]

10ft x 23ft .

smart arse. i was allowing for the ceiling coving.

 

[Octopus]

I would agree that having the lights on 2 switches is a sensible idea - who is going to be doing the plastering?

EDIT : Is your lighting circuit RCD protected?

 

[buzzlightyear]

smart arse. i was allowing for the ceiling coving.

what's a foot between friends.

 

[buzzlightyear]

I would agree that having the lights on 2 switches is a sensible idea - who is going to be doing the plastering?

you Murdoch .

 

[Octopus]

you Murdoch .

You obviously haven't seen my attempt at plastering!

 

[buzzlightyear]

You obviously haven't seen my attempt at plastering!

is that plastering with butter knife !

 

[123]

I would agree that having the lights on 2 switches is a sensible idea - who is going to be doing the plastering?

EDIT : Is your lighting circuit RCD protected?

If not changing the switching, why does it need to be?

Things must be very different in England to here, 3m * 7m is not a big lounge, why on earth would you want the lighting switched in 2 zones especially if using a dimmer? 1 dimmer for all lamps and a nicely consistent lit room. Failing to see the benefit of having half of it switched off at all tbh.

 

[buzzlightyear]

Things must be very different in England to here, 3m * 7m is not a big lounge, why on earth would you want the lighting switched in 2 zones especially if using a dimmer? 1 dimmer for all lamps and a nicely

because its a Wendy house.