Types of waterproof luminaires, their device and features

This article will focus on waterproof luminaires. Consider the types of modern waterproof luminaires, note their advantages, pay attention to the installation features, we will analyze the overall device of each type of waterproof luminaires.

As for our modern dwellings, - houses, apartments, - in bathrooms and other rooms with high humidity, lighting plays an important role in the interior, because it is thanks to it that the design is unique, because it is the light that emphasizes all its details. But when designing lighting systems in wet rooms, in addition to beauty, safety is also taken into account, because water procedures should not be accompanied by anxiety. For this reason, the fixtures here must be special, waterproof.

Today, in every store that sells lighting products, you can easily choose a moisture-resistant lamp. Such a lamp will come out somewhat more expensive than usual, however, you need to pay for safety anyway. But in return you will gain confidence in the safety in your bathroom, and even if the family has small children, then you no longer have to worry about them playing with water where the wiring passes, which could accidentally short-circuit moisture.

Externally moisture-proof lamps often do not differ from ordinary indoor lamps, so you can choose such a lamp for any design. But the design of external elements and the internal structure of such devices are somewhat different.

Inside and outside the devices there are invisible at first glance protective elements designed to prevent the ingress of steam and moisture into the live parts. The main difference is that the waterproof luminaires have a denser frame, additionally equipped with rubber seals.

Marking a waterproof lamp will give you an idea of ​​its degree of protection against moisture, this is the so-called IP protection class. The devices are marked IP67, IP55, etc., minimum IP44, the main thing is that the second digit of the marking should be at least 4, this will indicate that even from splashes that can get into the lamp from any direction, the device is protected, even directly caught on case spray will not interfere with its normal operation, and will not be dangerous.

Like any other lighting fixtures, waterproof luminaires are found in various designs to suit every taste, and there are completely different models among them that differ in appearance and installation method. Further, we will consider these varieties in more detail, note the ways of their internal and external protection against moisture and splashes, as well as installation methods.

Wall mounted

Wall lamps for bathtubs with adjustable light intensity are now deservedly popular. According to your individual taste, you can choose a suitable wall lamp for the design of your bathroom. The light of such a lamp will help to relax after a working day, a person gets the opportunity to take a bath in a cozy atmosphere of soft light.

Wall lamps are the most vulnerable to moisture from all possible types of lamps for the bathroom, so they are never installed in places where steam or spray will always get on them.

It is customary to install wall lamps for the bathroom above the sink on two sides of the mirror or above the mirror, or near the door, but not above the bathroom or shower.Features of wall lamps for the bath distinguish them from ordinary indoor sconces, and these differences, although not immediately apparent, are there.

First of all, it should be noted that the wiring leading to the lamp in the bathroom is always hidden inside the wall structure, so the wire is protected from splashes and accordingly protected from short circuits.

The second difference from conventional luminaires is that on the way from the mounting base to the ceiling, the wire is hidden inside the metal tube or under the base, and you can not notice the connection of the base or other part of the design of the lamp with the ceiling stand, as a rule, this is a solid structure that does not allow gaps, through which moisture could enter the wires and the internal connections of the conductors with the cartridge.

The ceiling of the wall lamp for the bathroom, as a rule, completely hides the lamp, or completely covers it, anyway, this is not just a piece of glass that covers the lamp and leaves the space between it and the wall open, as is the case with some models of indoor sconces. The plafond either completely hides the lamp from all sides, or is large enough to absorb moisture and not let it pass to the lamp and to the contact connections.

Point

For installation of the lighting system under a stretch ceiling, point waterproof moisture-proof lamps are convenient. It is very fashionable and beautiful today, the interior design of modern bathrooms is rarely dispensed with interesting lighting solutions, achieved precisely with the help of spotlights.

Spotlights are distinguished by a variety of cases made in different colors: in gold, chrome, or just white. LED lights are especially popular, they consume less electricity, do not heat up, and they are also powered by a low voltage power supply, so they do not heat up much.

The overall dimensions of the spotlights are not large, and these devices themselves seem to be invisible, and at the same time emphasize the design features without the need to adjust the direction of the rays of other lamps, the same wall. The luminaires are built into the ceiling, and the wiring is automatically hidden, protected by the ceiling itself from moisture and spray.

Regardless of the shape of the spotlight, it is round, oval, square, in any case, it has tread gaskets installed on both sides of the ceiling covering, which protect the wiring and the lamp from moisture and splashes. Therefore, spotlights can be installed in any area of ​​the bathroom, or even randomly scattered throughout the ceiling, because their protection class IP44 and above allows this.

The glass or polycarbonate of the diffusers of spotlights in themselves, the materials are quite dense, and reliably protect the light source, whether it be a lamp or an LED. The lighting system based on spotlights is mounted together with the ceiling, since an additional supporting structure behind the ceiling is often necessary, to which the posts of the fixtures will be attached to the screws.

Recessed

Recessed waterproof luminaires - a unique solution for lighting bathrooms. They can be placed on any flat surfaces, including walls, ceilings, floors, and even furniture elements. Their advantage is that the plane of the diffuser can completely coincide with the plane of the floor, wall, ceiling, furniture element, and this gives the interior a special integrity, solidity. The design of the room becomes truly colorful.

The wiring of the recessed waterproof lamp is hidden behind the installation plane, therefore it is immediately protected from moisture. The diffuser is durable, has gaskets at the joints with the body, which prevents moisture from harming either the wiring or the light source.Installation of recessed fixtures is carried out at the stage of construction or overhaul.

Advantages of waterproof luminaires

First of all, waterproof luminaires are a guarantee of safety. You and your children are by definition protected from electric shock, and your property is protected from fire. The service life of the devices is significantly increased, because once moisture does not get inside, then corrosion does not threaten either to the supply conductors, or to the sockets, or to other structural elements of the lamp.

Moisture-proof luminaires, especially recessed ones, are strong enough, therefore a random mechanical shock will not break the luminaire, and a drop of water falling on the body will not lead to its destruction. Thus, the benefit of installing moisture-proof luminaires becomes obvious, despite the fact that their cost is slightly higher than that of conventional indoor ones.