Spotlights for plasterboard ceilings: selection, installation

With the help of detailed instructions can be independently executed without error the professional level of difficulty working operations. But we must remember that in the implementation of technical projects should be accurately used not only mounting techniques. Of considerable importance is the selection of suitable components, Characteristics of the equipment. This article discusses the spotlights for plasterboard ceilings. Fulfillment: The following advice will come in handy to save time, money, management of labor and energy resources.

Spotlights for plasterboard ceilings: the main parameters

With the help of these devices experienced designers create ordinary and colorful lighting design elements. Professional hosting devices provides good visibility in certain functional areas without unnecessary electricity costs. For the correct application is necessary to formulate the problem exactly, choose the appropriate point fixtures for plasterboard ceilings. Useful comprehensive analysis of market conditions, costs for the installation work and during subsequent operation.

Constructions downlights embedded in a plasterboard structure, and other modifications

These devices are referred to the respective category as cartridges and lamps located inside the false ceiling. This design makes good use the available space. The photo shows an example of a decorative crystal pendants. But if necessary, you can leave the minimum protrusion above the plane of the ceiling.

Note! The disadvantage of this solution is the complexity of the replacement of defective lamps, repair. To simplify these operations use fastening not impede dismantling.

In this embodiment, the plate is sufficient to drill small holes for cable routing.

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Features of different light sources

For ease of comparison, the generalized parameters are summarized in a table:

Type of light source / Image	Benefits	Restrictions and limitations
incandescent lamp	Low cost	When choosing such a device must be included in the calculation of a greater height (80 mm or more). Given the dimensions of the cartridge and other parts of the structure obtained by substantially reducing the height of ceilings. Additional drawbacks are considerable heating; a large power consumption; substantial likelihood of failure at voltage surges; short lifespan.
halogen	Strong luminous flux at miniature size	These lights are powered by a voltage of 12 V. Therefore, the need to install appropriate step-down transformer. In order not to damage them prematurely, it is necessary to use a special device to ensure smooth integration. "Galogenki" spend a lot of power is wasted on heating the surrounding space.
Luminescent	Reasonable price, low power consumption	As part of the phosphors, which are deposited on the inside of the bulb, there are harmful chemicals. With such devices must be handled with care. They utilize special rules. "Minus" are large. The disadvantages of experts consider the low strength.
LED	Durability, vibration resistance and voltage drop, high quality light flux	The only significant "minus" of the instruments It is the high cost. However, this factor should be considered in view of the long life, reliability. You should also pay attention to the gradual decline in prices, as the popularity of products and increase the volume of the issue.

According to a user-defined program, either immediately, changing the color, the brightness, the inclusion. Such devices connected to the system category "smart House". With the addition of special equipment their operation can be controlled through the network the Internet.

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Protection against external influences

To check compliance with the device operating conditions using standard IP value. These data lead to the manufacturer spot in the technical documentation lamp for plasterboard ceilings. The following are features of the different groups.

The first digit (from particulate protection):

• If you specify 0, no special measures in the design of the product is not provided. Such lamp set in rarely ventilated rooms, which minimized the likelihood of the relevant contaminants.
• Figures 1, 2, 3 and 4 show protection against the penetration of objects and particles having particle sizes greater than 50 mm, 12, 2.5 and 1 respectively. In particular - it is possible to check whether preventing accidental electric shock when touching the fingers.
• Designations 5 (6) confirm the presence of partial (complete) protection from dust particles.

The second digit indicates protection from water:

• As in the previous list, 0 - the zero degree.
• If 1 is shown, then - vertically falling drops do not penetrate into the housing.
• Figures 2 (3) - provided protection when falling drops at an angle of 15 ° (60 °) with respect to the vertical direction.
• 4/5/6 - is prevented from entering inside in the presence of moisture spray / water flow / jet under pressure, regardless of their direction.
• 7/8 -protection secured when immersed to a depth of 1 meter / moreover, not a little time / duration.

Note! The presence of the rotary mechanism reduces protection from external influences. Tightness is easier to achieve in fixed structures.

How to buy spotlights LED ceiling recessed photos, prices, recommendation

Photo	Brand / model	Dimensions in mm (length x width x height)	Maxi-mal device power, W	price, rub.	notes
	Feron / 929	80 x 80 x 11	3	120-150	Aluminum enclosure, resin decorative bezel with a metallized coating.
	Lightstar / Fungo 070,214	70 x 70 x 65	3	170-220	Metal fittings.
	Arte Lamp / Praktisch A2100PL-3AB	80 x 80 x 110	1,5	190-280	Rotating mechanism.
	Arte Lamp / Meander A1104PL-1CC	100 x 100 x 50	1	290-360	Crystal ceiling.
	ELVAN / VLS-703R-6W-3000K	100 x 100 x 40	6	350-460	Protection standard IP44.
	ELVAN / VLS-701SQ-18W-6000K	180 x 180 x 25	18	860-940	Power supply 220 V /
	Donolux / DL18731 / 15W-White R Dim	160 x 160 x 98	15	2800-3200	Ability to adjust the brightness (connection dimmer).

Note! Buy spotlights for gypsum ceiling easier, if you like the model to compare in a single table, which contains the necessary parameters.

The installation process of spotlights in plasterboard

Photo	Description of the actions and recommendations
	Apart from the lamps, it is necessary to prepare junction boxes, circuit breakers, switchesOther components of the electrical network. The cable is selected in view of the total load. For their placement is convenient to use corrugation. Such a coating provides additional protection from moisture and mechanical damage. If the lamps do not have built-in power supply, acquire the respective blocks, rectifying and reducing the voltage to the required level.
	The exact list of required tools can be formed after a detailed study of the technology.
	For drilling holes need crown with a diameter corresponding to the dimensions of the luminaire.
	Under this scheme, set point recessed LED luminaires for plasterboard ceilings. In order not to complicate the assembly operations, up to certain places of pre-pave the 220V line. The mixture is left free cable segments 60-80 cm. after fixing plasterboard sheets (Without power) are drilled holes. To the recovered cable connects the driver, either directly to the device itself. Further fixed lamp via regular fasteners.
	Overhead spotlights to the ceiling set by the manufacturer's instructions. With a large weight models establish certain special rigid base. It is connected to a power frame crates.

After completion of all operations performed test switch.

The following tips will make it easier to perform certain operations:

• The diameters of the holes in the drywall under the spot light create a larger than themselves by a few millimeters devices. Make the appropriate adjustment, if any speakers for the main dimensions of the fasteners or other structures.
• If the hidden cable design to remove hard, apply the appropriate segment of the wire. It should not be too hard. Bent end portion to prevent accidental damage to the insulating shells.
• When mounting the electrical circuit necessary to comply with the established connection of zero, and the phase grounding conductors. Use a standard color-coded to prevent mistakes.
• do not use the "twist" for the wire connections. It should be purchased in advance with a small margin suitable universal terminals.
• Between the rim properly installed lamp and drywall cracks are not.

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For more tips and conclusions

Comprehensive assessment of the information outlined above allows us to formulate the following recommendations:

• The cost depends on the power level of protection, well-known brand, designs, sizes spotlights plasterboard. Comparative analysis should be carried out taking into account the characteristics of the really important for certain users.
• Mounting fixtures in most cases will not cause significant difficulties even without previous experience. If you execute the above sequence of operations, the error will be eliminated. When work is necessary to create conditions to prevent accidental activation voltage electric shock.
• To evaluate the economic performance it is necessary to use a sufficiently long period of time (8 years and over). It should be taken into account: the initial cost; installation costs; costs during future operation (including the planned replacement of defective devices). The approximate lifespan of LED and other sources indicate the producers themselves. not difficult to find user reviews and experts specialized in the Internet.