LED Downlight: what you need to know

There are Led downlights of different types, among the categories that differ in most cases is their shape and their protection index.

1 LED Downlights or also Recessed Indoor LED Spotlights

To discriminate Led downlights by their shape, we have two main types, the first is ultra-thin Led plates, whose power is directly proportional to the width of the Led downlight and have a small thickness (1 to 3 cm), ideal for installation in any type of false ceiling, and on the other hand, they have the decorative Led downlights They come in different sizes and finishes, providing more solutions for interior design. By shape, we can also classify circular Led downlights (the most used), square and rectangular. Led downlights usually come in warm white, but they can also be purchased in cool white and natural white. On the other hand, there is also the possibility of purchasing LED downlights with the ability to regulate the color temperature by means of a remote control or by means of a button or switch. Downlights can also be differentiated by the protection index they have, in almost one hundred percent of cases, Led downlights with an indoor protection index (IP20) are used. Generally, these luminaires are not exposed to dust and humidity, therefore, almost all Led downlights on the market have a protection index for indoor installation. However, there are some installations that deserve a higher protection index, such as luminaires that are installed in showers, bathtubs, swimming pools, kitchens; For these cases, downlights with an IP65 protection rating are used, thus providing a more robust product for these dust and humidity requirements.

2 Installation of LED Downlights

Led downlights are installed using springs that fix them to the ceiling. All Led downlights come with their springs included in the package. All Led downlights require a power supply (driver) In order to operate, which is included in the package, said power supply does not allow the luminaire to be dimmable. In order to have this alternative, it is necessary to replace the power supply that the LED downlight comes with from the factory with one. dimmable power supply (Dimable), which does allow you to regulate the light intensity of the LED downlight using a dimmer or regulator. On the other hand, there are different ones you can find with different specifications, with different types of LEDs, power, and quantity of lumens. In addition, they consume very little, making them perfect in installations where light is needed for many hours and can save considerably on the electricity bill.

3 Recommendation of light tones

Warm light tone (2700ºK – 3500ºK)

Homes: living rooms, hallways and bedrooms.
In public spaces: restaurants or cafes, hotels, decoration stores.

Natural light tone (4000ºK – 4500ºK)

For homes: bathrooms and kitchens.
In public spaces: restaurants or cafes, hotels, decoration stores and especially in clothing stores. Also in work and leisure areas