Lampholder GU10 Ceramic 150mm Lead

• The GU10 Ceramic Lampholder with a 150mm Lead is a fundamental and high-quality component for any new lighting installation or repair job.
• Engineered for safety, durability, and ease of use, this lampholder provides the essential connection between your mains wiring and any GU10 base bulb.
• The body is constructed from high-grade ceramic, a material renowned for its exceptional heat resistance and insulating properties.
• This makes it a superior choice over plastic alternatives, especially when used with higher-wattage halogen bulbs, ensuring longevity and preventing degradation from heat over time.
• The lampholder comes pre-wired with 150mm flexible leads, simplifying the installation process and saving valuable time on site.
• Whether you are a professional electrician replacing a faulty socket or a dedicated DIYer assembling a custom lighting fixture, this ceramic GU10 lampholder is the reliable and professional choice for a secure and lasting connection.

Features

• High-Quality Ceramic Body: Provides superior heat resistance and excellent electrical insulation, making it safe for use with both LED and high-wattage halogen GU10 bulbs.
• Pre-Wired for Convenience: Comes with 150mm (15cm) flexible leads, pre-stripped at the ends for a quick and easy connection to the mains supply.
• Universal GU10 Compatibility: Designed to fit all standard GU10 base bulbs, including LED, CFL, and Halogen PAR16 lamps.
• Secure Bulb Connection: The internal contacts are engineered to provide a firm and reliable grip on the bulb's pins, ensuring a stable electrical connection and preventing flickering.
• Compact Design: With a diameter of just 27mm and a height of 15mm, the holder is compact enough to fit comfortably within the housing of most recessed downlights and spotlight fittings.
• Durable and Long-Lasting: The ceramic material is resistant to becoming brittle or discolored from heat exposure, ensuring a long and reliable service life.
• Simple Two-Wire Installation: Features straightforward live and neutral connections for easy integration into any 230V lighting circuit.

Benefits

• Enhanced Safety and Reliability: The ceramic construction offers significantly higher heat tolerance than plastic holders, reducing the risk of overheating, melting, or fire, especially in enclosed fixtures. This makes it the safest choice for any GU10 application.
• Faster and Easier Installation: The pre-installed 150mm leads save valuable time and effort during installation, eliminating the need for fiddly wire stripping and connection within a tight space.
• Versatile Repair and Replacement Part: An essential component for any electrician's toolkit, this lampholder is the perfect replacement for old, burnt-out, or damaged sockets in existing downlights and spotlights, extending the life of the fixture.
• Broad Bulb Compatibility: The universal GU10 design gives you the freedom to choose from the vast market of GU10 bulbs, allowing you to select the perfect wattage, color temperature, and beam angle for your needs.
• Cost-Effective Solution: Repairing a light fitting by replacing only the lampholder is a far more economical option than replacing the entire unit, making this a smart and budget-friendly choice.
• Professional Standard: Using ceramic lampholders is a mark of a quality installation, ensuring the electrical connections are robust, safe, and built to last.

In-Depth Technical Specifications

Ideal Use

• Repair and Maintenance: The primary choice for replacing damaged or burnt-out lampholders in existing GU10 recessed downlights, track lights, or surface-mounted spotlights.
• New Lighting Installations: Essential for installing downlight fittings that are supplied as "fitting only" without an included lamp holder.
• Custom Lighting Projects: A reliable component for DIY enthusiasts and professionals building bespoke light fixtures or custom lighting solutions.
• Upgrading from Low Voltage: Can be used when converting 12V MR16 downlights to mains voltage GU10 fittings (requires removal of the transformer).
• Any application requiring a secure connection for a GU10 bulb to a 230V mains supply.

Tips

• Safety First: Always ensure the electrical circuit is completely de-energized at the main distribution board before attempting to install or replace a lampholder.
• Professional Installation Recommended: Electrical wiring should be performed by a qualified and certified electrician to ensure it is safe and compliant with all local regulations.
• Secure Wiring: Use appropriate electrical connectors, such as terminal blocks or Wago-style connectors, to join the lampholder leads to the mains wiring. Ensure all connections are secure and properly insulated.
• Check Fixture Wattage Rating: While the ceramic holder can withstand high heat, always adhere to the maximum wattage rating specified for the light fixture itself to prevent overheating of the entire unit.
• Strain Relief: When installing, ensure there is no tension or strain on the wire leads or the connection points to prevent them from becoming loose over time.