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IP44 lighting.....as youve never known it before

Hector Finch has invented a unique solution to revolutionise bathroom & outdoor lighting. The OshLamp can be fitted into a wide range of conventional light fittings for use in Zones 2 & 3 in abathroom or for outdoor areas that require IP 44. The Osh Lamp is an enclosed lampholder capsuleand can be fitted into wall lights, lanterns, pendants & chandeliers giving you greater flexibility in your

recommendation of lighting solutions for bath-rooms, kitchen & exterior. With the capability ofsecuring standard shades there is no need for adaptation of existing shades.

The Osh uses a halogen lamp and therefore also provides a 30% energy saving on conventionalincandescent lamps. The Osh is supplied as a candle or dome, clear or frosted and we will select themost appropriate version for your chosen light fitting.

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IP Ratings explained

IP rating stands for Ingress Protection and is followed by two numbers. It is important to

understand the rating by which bathroom lights are classified.

It is essential that you choose fittings with the correct rating for the zone they are to be situatedwithin the bathroom.

Numbers explained (e.g. IP44, IP67)

1st number

o 2 - Protected against penetration by solid objects greater than 12mmo 3 - Protected against penetration by solid objects greater than 2.5mmo 4 - Protected against penetration by solid objects greater than 1mmo 5 - Dust Protectedo 6 - Dust Tight

2nd number

o 0 - Unprotectedo 1 - Protected against vertically falling water dropso 2 - Protected against water drops falling at a maximum angle of 15o 3 - Protected against water in the form of rain at a maximum angle of 60o 4 - Protected against splashing or projection of watero 5 - Protected against jets of watero 6 - Protected against rough seas

Zones

Zone 0 is the interior of the bath or shower itself. Any fitting used in this zone must below voltage (max 12v), and be rated at least IP67, which is total immersion proof.

Zone 1 is the area directly above the bath (Zone 1) to a height of 2.25m from the floor.In this zone a minimum rating of IP44 is required; however it is recommended that aminimum of IP65 is used. If the fitting is 240v a 30ma residual current device (RCD) mustalso be used to protect the circuit in this zone.

Zone 2 is an area beyond zones 0 and 1, stretching 0.6m outside the perimeter of thebath and to a height of 2.25m from the floor. In this zone an IP rating of at least IP44 is

required. In addition it is recommended the area around a wash basin, within a 60cmradius of any tap to be considered as zone 2.

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Zone 3 is anywhere outside zones 0, 1 and 2 (subject to specific limits) and where nowater jet is likely to be used. An IP rating of IP20+ is required.

In addition to the above, if there is a likelihood of water jets being used for cleaningpurpose in zones 1,2 and 3 a fitting rated a minimum IP65 must be used. Full details canbe found in the latest copy of the IEE wiring regulations.

All work undertaken in a bathroom must be carried out by a qualified electrician.

For more information or if you have any questions regarding any IP ratings

please don't hestitate to contact us via email atsales@hectorfinch.comor

alternatively call 01584 871600.

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