DOWNLIGHTERS

SUBMITTED BY-Kartik Garg

DOWNLIGHTERS

Downlight or recessed light is a light fixture that is installed in a hollow opening in a ceiling .When installed it appears to have light shining from a hole in the ceiling .

There are two parts of downlights, the trim and the housing.The trim is the visible portion of the light, it is seen when looking up into fixture including thin line around the edges.

The housing is the fixture itself that is installed inside the ceiling and contains the lamp holder

Downlighting Styles Trim style – They are made toabsorb extra light and create a crisparchitectural appearance.Cone trim, lens trim , luminous trim,adjustable trim, wall washer trim are the

types of trim style downlighters. Lamp style - Two types• Directional lamp contain reflectorthat direct and control the light.Diffuse lamp control light Distribution through their omni-directional

light.

Installing Downlighter Safely

, Following these steps ensure a downlighter will note pose a risk of fire dueto overheating :1. Only use downlighters that 2. Follow the Manufacturer’s instructionconform to Indian Standardfor Luminaires and ensure therequirements are met.

3. Ensure the requirements of the 4. Provide the space around the downlighter. Building Regulations are met

5. Fit the correct lamp

AdvantageDownlighting offers the

advantage of being hidden light source and energy efficiency. However, the tradeoff is that they are relatively permanentand may be unflattering.

DisadvantageCeiling will not be as well insulated any more

after the Installation of downlighter.They break the fire integrity of the ceiling .They allow sound to travel through the ceiling

more. If not installed properly they can cause a fire.

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