Table lamps: types, characteristics, how to choose, prooizvoditeli

Choosing a table lamp depends on the purpose for which it is purchased: for work or room decoration. When selecting a floor lamp to remember about the dimensions of the surface to which it will be put, and other lighting products, which are in the room.

Device

Standard table lamps consist of:

• lamps;
• wire;
• switch;
• plug for inclusion into a power outlet.

The current passes through a wire from the plug through the switch to the lamp. After pressing the switch opens or closes the electric circuit and delivers (discontinues) current to the cap of the device.

AT fixtures a brightness control structure in the added capacitors and resistors, which regulate the voltage.

Types of table lamps

office

Simple and convenient lighting. Suitable for jobs at home and in the office, children's rooms and bedrooms. Office lamps are equipped with mechanisms for adjusting the inclination of the individual parts and the installation of the lamp at different angles.

Such lamps are cheaper than decorative lamps.

Tiffany

Tiffany floor lamps - lighting, where the lampshade is made of colored glass. To manufacture a base such standard lamps used copper, steel, brass, wood.

Original Tiffany lamps - real works of art that are kept in private collections. Copies of such standard lamps are mass-produced and are available to people with average income.

With a transparent base

Versatile and stylish interior. They fit into the environment, with warm or cold tones, without prejudice to the overall design. All parts of floor lamps are made of glass. They are fragile and require careful handling.

Eco

Eco-lamps are made from environmentally friendly materials:

• wood;
• recycled plastic and paper.

They fit into the retro and modern interior.

decorative

Decorative lamps are used to decorate the rooms. Shades such lamps are manufactured in the form of spheres, cubes, polyhedra. For tanning legs using crystal, plastic, steel, bronze. The legs are made in the form of sculptures and trees.

mount

On board mounting type lights are divided into 3 types:

• on clothespin;
• at nip (clamp);
• with the installation of the surface.

According to switch type of table lamps made with:

• Pull-cord;
• touch switch;
• dimmer;
• touch dimmer;
• Button (the wire) switch;
• Button (on the housing) switch.

Devices with touch dimmer switch, and others are more expensive by 10-20%, but is not suitable for all users.

Characteristics of table lamps

The strength of the light flux

The main characteristic of the lamp - the power of light. It is measured in lumens and showing the amount of light which the device is transferred per unit time per unit area.

It is indicated on the packaging of each lamp. On devices that are produced in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus and Kazakhstan, is not indicated lamp power and the amount of energy it consumes.

protection

Abbreviation protection consists of the letters IP and two-digit number. The first figure denotes the degree of protection against dust (0-6), the second - degree of protection against moisture (0-8).

The higher the number, the better the device is protected. 0 - is the lack of protection, 6 - complete sealing device from dust, 8 - a cover device from flooding (the depth specified in the instruction manual separately).

Floor lamps with a high degree of ingress protection suitable for installation in bathrooms and places with high humidity.

functions

Table lamps operate two functions:

• Lighting. Give light, which is required to perform a variety of operations: reading, writing, computer work, needlework.
• Decorative. Table lamps are the elements of the interior. They decorate the room, provide comfort, express tastes and preferences of home owners.

Equipment

For some series of lamps attached interchangeable shades, which can be easily removed and installed. 30% of lamps with LED lamps equipped with USB-cable to operate on your computer or notebook.

For devices for which the manufacturer covered by the warranty, the warranty card is attached and recommendations for use.

accessories

• Lamps. Eye-pleasing yellow color gives an incandescent lamp, a bright white - Halogen directed to one side of the white - LED. Lamp floor lamps vary to increase or decrease the power of the light they emit.
• Cleaning tools and means. The shops sold some rags, brushes, cleaning supplies and kits.

• Switches and dimmers. Items that improve the ergonomics of devices. They make it possible to customize the lighting level. Remote controls allow you to control a lamp at a distance of 5 meters.
• Ceiling lamps and lampshades. Protect your eyes from the blinding light of lighting devices. They are produced with a cartridge with a diameter of 10-50 mm. In the world of applied alphanumeric labeling to indicate the diameter.

On the territory of Russia are common bowl with markings: E-14, G-4, E-27. marking code is written in the subject box.

• Base. Details change technical parameters and exterior nightlight. With the base is adjustable height and angle of inclination of the device
• Decorative wire. Cable makes it possible to use the lamp at a distance of 2-6 m from sockets. To increase the convenience of use of the lamp in the model cables are attached switches lamps.

Features

installation

The minimum size of the table or board, to which is attached a table lamp:

• 3 cm by 3 cm for attachment to nip;
• 5 cm by 3 cm for mounting on clothespin;
• 10 cm by 10 cm for attachment to the surface.

In 80% of fixtures to mount on the clothespin drilled hole diameter of 3-10 mm, which makes possible the hanging of the device on a nail or a projection with suitable parameters. This makes it possible to fix the lamp on the wall.

Cartridge

The floor lamps are put conventional plinths diameter of 22 mm (marked BC) and 15 mm (labeled SBC). For each of these diameters are available fluorescent, LED and thread (incandescent) lamps.

Benefits

• Mobility. Table lamp weighs less than 5 kg. Models of office lamps with LED lamps weigh 200-300 grams, are fed via USB-cable and can be used in places where there are no stationary power (in trains).
• A variety of colors and prices. Available on the market more than 100,000 models of table lamps. They are produced in the form of conventional rails, balls, cubes, polyhedra sculptures.

This makes the lamps an indispensable part of the interior space. The cost of floor lamps ranges from 350 to 50 000 rubles.

• The concentration of light. Table lamps direct the light where you want the user. This is useful when working, which is associated with fine motor skills of fingers (sewing, knitting). It is best to help concentrate the light lights with LEDs.
• Versatility. Floor lamps with halogen lamps or thread capacity of 1200-2000 lumens replaced chandeliers smokers area of ​​20 m². They provide a level of coverage that is sufficient for reading or writing.

Problems

• fragility. In all types of lamps, in addition to office, lampshades made of soft or brittle materials (fabric, glass). In the fall, they do not protect the bulb from hitting the floor or solid surface.

This leads to failure of the lamp. Desktop lighting devices need to be prudent attitude.

• Disposal. The main problem of night-light - the need for recycling in the space provided. If the incandescent lamp is thrown in the trash, the fluorescent and halogen require disassembly of special equipment.
• The need for mains power.

How to choose a table lamp

• Before buying you need to determine the location, which will be the lamp, the color scheme, in which it will fit.

Floor lamp with round shade smooth out the rough edges of the room, and the lamp with the direct forms of business style and emphasizes the solid nature of the host.

Place the lighting equipment to mirrored surfaces to increase the amount of light and visual sensation space.

• An important factor when choosing a floor lamp - the nature of light, which he rejects. Incandescent lamp gives a soft yellow light, which is not irritating to the eyes.

Fluorescent (daylight) - throws cold white. This lamp consumes 5-10 times less energy, but not suitable for hard work with papers, needlework, reading.

• Reliability desk lamp depends on the strength of the materials from which it is made. It is best to choose lighting devices with the principles and shades of metal. They do not require careful maintenance and are cheap.

Which is better

Workplace great simple lamp with:

• turning devices and inclination of 360 degrees;
• a mechanism that adjusts the height of the device;
• canopy of iron;
• pushbutton or touch switch, which is placed on the wire;
• incandescent lamp or LED;
• fixture on the clothespin or clamp.

living Room I need a lamp, which is:

• It emphasizes design solutions used in the room;
• equipped with thin and high-stalk;
• equipped with halogen or conventional (incandescent) light.

for a roomIn which live children under the age of 12 years, it is better to choose the lamp:

• with shade of plastic or plastic, which is made in the shape of fairy character;
• which is equipped with a dimmer or "night light" mode;
• which is equipped with the LED lamp;
• with push-button, which is on the lamp housing.

bedroom the best will be light:

• with shade, decorated with soft light colors;
• a pushbutton switch which is placed on the wire or housing;
• a dimmer or "night light" mode.

Exploitation

• The efficiency of the lamp in 80% purity determined. A layer of dust in 0.1 mm thick reduces power lighting 5-10%.
• Office lamps unpretentious in operation, they need to be wiped with a damp cloth once a week. Lamps with shade of textile, glass or crystal require special care with the use of special tools.

• Before cleaning the lamp must be switched off from the mains and wait for it to cool down.
• Once a year, you need to take a night light on the diagnosis of electrical parts (clamps, plugs, screws) to the service center of the manufacturer or a workshop appliances. This reduces the likelihood of breakage of the lamp and increases its effectiveness.

All operating procedures are described in detail in the instructions supplied with the device. The complete set of lamps for which the manufacturer is not covered by the warranty, such a book is not included.

Guarantee

Manufacturers of table lamps set the warranty period on its sole discretion to. During this period they undertake at its own expense to eliminate breakdowns in devices to replace the damaged parts or components.

The devices cost less than 1,800 rubles, as a rule, the guarantee is given only to the lamp or not given at all. on lamp warranty is 2 types:

• for a specified period (from 1 to 10 years);
• at the time (from 1 000 to 20,000 hours).

All obligations assumed by the manufacturer or seller of lighting equipment, are described in detail in the warranty card, which is attached to the lamp.

Also in the coupon it describes what it is a floor lamp components extend obligations of the manufacturer.

for table lamps guarantee does not apply in the case of:

• mechanical deformation or damage any component of the device;
• if the device is used for other purposes or not in accordance with the operating instructions;
• if the electric circuit or individual components are replaced in the lamp has been changed;
• if the lamp is out of order as a result of accidental raising or lowering the voltage in the electric system;
• if the unit was damaged by the impact of a natural disaster (earthquake, flood, fire).

return fixture

lighting equipment return is possible if:

• since the purchase of the instrument does not exceed 14 days;
• the goods were not in use;
• Keep the original packaging of the product;
• retained proof of purchase things from a particular seller (check).

To exchange the unit, you must have a passport. At refusal of the seller to return the money for a nightlight buyer is entitled to claim a refund through the courts.

All costs associated with the refund (payment transfer goods, transfer money by mail), paid by the seller.

malfunctions

The basic malfunctions of night-light:

• Unstable operation of the lamp. She points to the lack of mains voltage or breakdown of transistors and other electrical parts.
• When moving (tripping) of the cable lamp off. In this case the cause - damage to the wire or switch failure. Both parts must be replaced.
• The bulb does not work when you turn on the network. The reasons for this may be several: the lamp burnout before the failure of individual unit components.

In the first case, the lamp needs to be replaced, in the rest of the lamp is necessary to bear in the service center or shop.

Self Repair lamp is undesirable (if you are not an electrician by profession). In this case, the manufacturer will automatically disclaims all warranties.

Further representatives fix the luminaire manufacturer is carried out only for a fee.

Manufacturers of table lamps

Company of Fanzolo (Veneto region, Italy) represents consumers from 20 countries of Europe 800 items lamps. A special unit of the company is developing new luminaires that run on solar and LED-technology.

Australian manufacturer of lighting equipment is working on the reduction of harmful emissions and the production of environmentally friendly equipment.

Brilliant designers listen to customer requirements and satisfy market demand for lighting equipment 3000 types.

The company manufactures lighting, chargers and batteries. 10 factories spread over 5 continents of the globe. Camelion known as a competent and loyal to the consumer organizations.

The company pays attention to reducing the cost of the lamp. Company plants operating in India, China and Hungary. They produce devices in environmentally friendly conditions of environmentally friendly materials.

The Russian company makes and recycles lamps and lighting equipment. company warehouse network covers the entire territory of Russia. Design Company products was awarded to Russian and international exhibitions.

The company produces high-quality lighting products elite class. Lamps design firm Italian engineers and designers. LUSSOLE catalog of products includes instruments 10 species.

Spanish manufacturer of floor lamps, lighting quality and affordable. company designers create products that combine the features of classic and hi-tech style.

The German company manufactures chandeliers, sconces and floor lamps that are decorated in a classic style. The company products are available in 319 cities in 15 countries. quality glass, steel and plastic is used for the manufacture Maytoni devices.

Manufacturer of lighting devices in Germany making table lamps and professional lighting equipment. MW LIGHT works with the best designers of lighting equipment in Europe.

Russian companies specialized in the manufacture of devices in the office, Tiffany and decorative styles. The catalog consists of 70 models of floor lamps of different colors and shapes.

The company from Italy produces floor lamps, table lamps, wall lamps. Components are individually designed and patented in Europe. The list of products the company has 2000 names.