What do I need to hang a lamp from the ceiling?

To hang a pendant lamp from a ceiling, you need a canopy (ceiling rose) to cover the electrical junction, a textile or PVC cable rated H03VV-F 3×0.75 mm² for the suspension and wiring, a lamp holder (such as E27 or E14) with an integrated strain relief to protect the electrical connections, and a suitable bulb. For heavier luminaires, a ceiling hook or mounting bracket rated for the lamp's weight is also required. All these components are available individually so you can assemble exactly the configuration you need.

What are the three main types of lamp sockets?

The three principal lamp socket families are: screw bases (Edison), including E14, E27 and E40, where the lamp is twisted into the holder; bayonet caps, such as B22d, where the lamp is pushed in and rotated to lock; and pin bases, which cover a wide range including GU10, GU5.3, G9, G4, G13 and R7s, where one or more pins make the electrical contact. Each family is further divided by pin spacing, voltage rating and maximum wattage, so always check the full socket designation before ordering a replacement holder or lamp.

Can lamp shades be replaced without buying a new luminaire?

Yes — lamp shades can be replaced independently in most standard luminaires. Replacement shades are available in fabric, glass, metal and plastic, and attach to the fitting via a spider frame, a ring adapter or a direct screw fitting (typically M10×1 thread). When ordering a replacement shade, note the fitting diameter, the attachment method and the maximum wattage the shade material can tolerate. Replacing a shade is a cost-effective way to refresh the look of a luminaire or repair damage, and it is far more sustainable than discarding the entire fitting.

What are the four main types of luminaires?

The four principal luminaire types are: pendant luminaires, which hang from the ceiling on a cable, rod or chain; surface-mounted luminaires, fixed directly to the ceiling or wall; recessed luminaires, installed flush into a ceiling void or wall recess; and track-mounted luminaires, clipped onto a 1-phase or 3-phase track rail for flexible, repositionable lighting. Each type requires specific accessories — canopies and suspension hardware for pendants, mounting frames for recessed fittings, and track adapters and feed-ins for track systems.

Which spare parts are available for older lamps and luminaires?

A wide range of spare parts is available for older luminaires, including replacement lamp holders (E27, E14, G9, GU10 and more), lamp shades and replacement glasses, canopies, strain reliefs, screw rings, cord switches, threaded rods and hex nuts, textile and PVC cables, and ballasts or starters for fluorescent fittings. In many cases, repairing an existing luminaire with genuine spare parts is both more economical and more environmentally responsible than replacing the entire fitting. If you are unsure which part you need, our contact and service team can help identify the correct component.

Which accessories do I need for a track lighting system?

A complete track lighting installation requires: the track rail itself (1-phase or 3-phase, surface-mounted, recessed or pendant); a live end feed-in to connect the track to the mains supply; straight connectors, L-joiners or T-joiners if the track run changes direction; end caps to seal open track ends safely; track adapters for each spotlight; and, for pendant track installations, wire rope suspension kits with adjustable ceiling anchors. For 3-phase systems, you will also need to plan which spotlights connect to which circuit to enable independent switching of different lighting zones.

What is the difference between a conventional ballast (CCG) and an electronic ballast (ECG)?

A conventional ballast (CCG) uses a magnetic iron-core inductor to limit current to fluorescent or discharge lamps. It operates at mains frequency (50 Hz), which can cause visible flicker, and consumes 10–15 % more energy than the lamp wattage alone. A separate starter is required. An electronic ballast (ECG) operates at 40–50 kHz, eliminating flicker, improving lamp efficacy by up to 20 %, and removing the need for a starter. ECG units are lighter, run cooler and are the preferred choice for offices, retail environments and any application where light quality matters. Both types must be matched to the lamp wattage.

Which luminaire accessories are best suited for retail and hospitality environments?

For retail shops, restaurants and showrooms, the most important luminaire accessories are 3-phase track system components — Eutrac feed-ins, adapters, connectors and suspension kits — which allow flexible, independently controlled accent and ambient lighting. High-CRI LED drivers (CRI ≥ 90) paired with dimmable spotlights ensure merchandise and interiors are shown at their best. For hospitality settings with a vintage or retro aesthetic, brass E27 lamp holders, textile cables in coordinating colours and decorative canopies create the warm, characterful atmosphere that guests expect. IP44-rated accessories are essential wherever luminaires are installed in outdoor terraces or kitchen areas.

Accessories for lighting

ISOLED® - 2023 Sample box Design Cover

ISOLED® - 2023 Sample box Design Cover : Length: 250 mm • Width: 160 mm • Height: 25 mm • Net weight: 750 g • Incl. illuminant: No • Special features: This box contains...

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ISOLED Kontakt-Verbinder (max. 5A) K2-310 für 3-pol. IP20 Flexstripes mit Breite 10mm

ISOLED Contact connector (max. 5A) K2-310 for 3-pole IP20 flex stripes with width 10mm

ISOLED Contact connector (max. 5A) K2-310 for 3-pole IP20 flex stripes with width 10mm : Net weight: 8 g • Incl. illuminant: No •

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ISOLED Kontakt-Kabelanschluss (max. 5A) K2-512 für 5-pol. IP20 Flexstripes mit Breite 12mm

ISOLED Contact cable connector (max. 5A) K2-512 for 5-pole IP20 flex stripes with width 12mm

ISOLED Contact cable connector (max. 5A) K2-512 for 5-pole IP20 flex stripes with width 12mm : Net weight: 8 g • Incl. illuminant: No • Special features: only for cables with cable...

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ISOLED LED T5/T8 Umrüstplatine 865, 115cm, MiniAMP, 184 LED, 24V, 19W, 170 lm/W, kaltweiß, dimmbar

ISOLED LED T5/T8 retrofit circuit board 865, 115cm, MiniAMP, 184 LED, 24V, 19W, 170 lm/W, cold

ISOLED LED T5/T8 retrofit circuit board 865, 115cm, MiniAMP, 184 LED, 24V, 19W, 170 lm/W, cold : Length: 1150 mm • Width: 15 mm • Height: 1 mm • Net weight: 100 g • LED type:...

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ISOLED Anschlusskabel 250cm mit male-Stecker IP67, 4-polig 0,5mm²

ISOLED Connection cable 250cm with male-plug IP67, 4-pole 0,5mm²

ISOLED Connection cable 250cm with male-plug IP67, 4-pole 0,5mm² : Length: 2500 mm • Net weight: 150 g • Material: Plastic • Incl. illuminant: No •

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SLV LED Treiber 3W, 350mA inkl. AMP Buchse

SLV LED driver 3W, 350mA including AMP socket

LED driver providing 350mA constant current for 1-3 Power LEDs with 1W output. Series connection of LEDs required. : Product name: LED Treiber • Colour: white • Material: Polycarbonate...

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LEDVANCE LOW BAY FLEX AUFHÄNGUNG AUFHÄNGUNGSSATZ

LEDVANCE LOW BAY FLEX SUSPENSION KIT SUSPENSION KIT

Suspension kit for LOW BAY FLEX. Product features: Wire suspension with bracket and 5 m adjustable steel cable • : Easy installation with click-in suspension brackets • Equipment /...

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LEDVANCE LINEAR HOUSING T8 LED 1200 2xTUBE

Metal housing for T8 LED tubes. Product features: Metal housing for T8 LED tubes (G13 base) • 230 V line voltage operation • Versions for one or two lamps available • Through-wiring...

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LEDVANCE LINEARE MAGNETISCHE LAMELLE T5 868

LEDVANCE LINEAR MAGNETIC BATTEN T5 868

Luminaire insert for LED TUBE T5 AC. Product features: Available in 4 different lengths: 568 mm, 868 mm, 1168 mm and 1468 mm • Luminaire insert for accommodating one LED TUBE T5 AC 230V...

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LEDVANCE LINEARE MAGNETISCHE LICHTLEISTE T5 568

LEDVANCE LINEAR MAGNETIC BATTEN T5 568

Luminaire insert for LED TUBE T5 AC. Product features: Available in 4 different lengths: 568 mm, 868 mm, 1168 mm and 1468 mm • Luminaire insert for accommodating one LED TUBE T5 AC 230V...

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LEDVANCE LINEARE MAGNETISCHE LAMELLE T5 1168

LEDVANCE LINEAR MAGNETIC BATTEN T5 1168

Luminaire insert for LED TUBE T5 AC. Product features: Available in 4 different lengths: 568 mm, 868 mm, 1168 mm and 1468 mm • Luminaire insert for accommodating one LED TUBE T5 AC 230V...

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LEDVANCE LINEARE MAGNETISCHE LAMELLE T5 1468

LEDVANCE LINEAR MAGNETIC BATTEN T5 1468

Luminaire insert for LED TUBE T5 AC. Product features: Available in 4 different lengths: 568 mm, 868 mm, 1168 mm and 1468 mm • Luminaire insert for accommodating one LED TUBE T5 AC 230V...

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LEDVANCE LINEAR SURFACE SUSPENSION KIT Aufhängungssatz

LEDVANCE LINEAR SURFACE SUSPENSION KIT Suspension Kit

Wire suspension kit for Linear Surface IP44 family. Product features: Complete suspension kit (ceiling connection box, connector, 2 suspension wires and transparent cable) • 5-pole terminal...

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LEDVANCE HIGH BAY REFRACTOR GEN 4 87W

Refractors for HIGH BAY GEN 4 luminaires. Product features: High quality polycarbonate refractor • : Length: 413 mm • Width: 413 mm • Height: 205 mm • Diameter: 413 mm...

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LEDVANCE HOCHBUCHT REFRAKTOR GEN 4 147 190 210W

LEDVANCE HIGH BAY REFRACTOR GEN 4 147 190 210W

Refractors for HIGH BAY GEN 4 luminaires. Product features: High quality polycarbonate refractor • : Length: 480 mm • Width: 480 mm • Height: 250 mm • Diameter: 480 mm...

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LEDVANCE HIGH BAY REFLECTOR GEN 4 87W

Reflectors for HIGH BAY GEN 4 luminaires. Product features: High-quality aluminum reflector • : Length: 415 mm • Width: 415 mm • Height: 205 mm • Diameter: 415 mm • Net...

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LEDVANCE HOCHBUCHT REFLEKTOR GEN 4 147 190 210W

LEDVANCE HIGH BAY REFLECTOR GEN 4 147 190 210W

Reflectors for HIGH BAY GEN 4 luminaires. Product features: High-quality aluminum reflector • : Length: 500 mm • Width: 500 mm • Height: 235 mm • Diameter: 500 mm • Net...

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ISOLED Kabel PVC ummantelt, schwarz, 2x0,5mm² H05VV-F, Meterware

ISOLED PVC coated cable, black, 2x0,5mm² H05VV-F, sold by the meter

ISOLED PVC coated cable, black, 2x0,5mm² H05VV-F, sold by the meter : Length: 1000 mm • Net weight: 20 g • Protection class: IP20 • Material: Plastic • Colour: black...

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ISOLED Durchgang Steckverbinder 5-polig, 0,5-2,5mm², max. 250V/10A

ISOLED Feed-through plug connector 5-pole, 0.5-2.5mm², max. 250V/10A

ISOLED Feed-through plug connector 5-pole, 0.5-2.5mm², max. 250V/10A : Length: 55 mm • Width: 35 mm • Height: 9 mm • Net weight: 15 g • Protection class: IP20...

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ISOLED FastFix LED Linearsystem S Multifunktionsmodul, 8-polig, 75cm

ISOLED FastFix LED linear system S multifunctional module, 8-pole, 75cm

ISOLED FastFix LED linear system S multifunctional module, 8-pole, 75cm : Length: 750 mm • Width: 63 mm • Height: 42 mm • Net weight: 1460 g • Protection class: IP20...

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ISOLED Kabelverbinder IP68, 5-polig 0.75-2.5mm² mit Federklemme, max. 250V 16A, Manteldm. 6,5-11mm

ISOLED Cable connector IP68, 5-pole 0,75-2,5mm² with spring clip, max. 250V 16A, sheathed

ISOLED Cable connector IP68, 5-pole 0,75-2,5mm² with spring clip, max. 250V 16A, sheathed : Length: 98 mm • Width: 30 mm • Height: 30 mm • Net weight: 40 g • Nominal...

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SLV PURI 2.0 Tube, Leuchtenschirm, H: 6.5 cm, weiß

SLV PURI 2.0 Tube, lampshade, h: 6.5 cm, white

Combine timeless design with great design freedom: the new PURI 2.0 is now also available as a Mix & Match system. Combine the base with decorative shades in three modern shapes and six trendy...

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SLV PURI 2.0 Dome, Leuchtenschirm, H: 6.5 cm, schwarz

SLV PURI 2.0 Dome, lampshade, h: 6.5 cm, black

Combine timeless design with great design freedom: the new PURI 2.0 is now also available as a Mix & Match system. Combine the base with decorative shades in three modern shapes and six trendy...

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SLV GRIP! S, decorative ring, white

The GRIP! decorative rings let you change the look of the GRIP! spotlights and pendant lights in no time at all. Thanks to the trendy colours white, black, nickel and gold, there are no limits to...

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