To insulate or not......

Discussion in 'Electricians' Talk' started by wb1627, Jan 16, 2013.

  1. wb1627

    wb1627 New Member

    That is the question.  I have fitted jc fireguard plus lights in my kitchen, currently available in sf. Can I insulate straight over them or do I need to fit a hood or similar?  Thanks
     
  2. sinewave

    sinewave Screwfix Select

  3. wb1627

    wb1627 New Member

  4. unphased

    unphased Screwfix Select

    As its an integrated LED lamp the heat generated is very low so I would say yes you can put insulation over them. I have handled their JCC 7 integrated LEDs after they have been on for an hour and they are barely warm.
     
  5. renovation-man

    renovation-man New Member

    Whilst for some low power/low heat LEDs it may not be a fire hazard to insulate over them, it may significantly reduce the lifespan of the lamp as it can't disapate its own heat.
     
  6. Mr. Handyandy

    Mr. Handyandy Screwfix Select

    Good point^^^^  and unphased, would they be a lot warmer if they had been buried in insulation ?

    Mr. HandyAndy - Really
     

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