Willis Electrical, Whitianga

28/04/2024

Electrical Light Fittings: A Comprehensive Guide
As an electrician, selecting the right electrical light fittings for our clients' projects is crucial to ensure safety, efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. With numerous options available, it's essential to understand the different types, features, and applications of light fittings to make informed decisions.
Types of Electrical Light Fittings
1. Ceiling Light Fittings: Suitable for general lighting, ceiling fittings come in various styles, including flush mount, semi-flush mount, and pendant lights.
2. Wall Light Fittings: Ideal for task lighting, wall fittings include sconces, picture lights, and security lights.
3. Floor Light Fittings: Floor lamps and torchieres provide ambient and task lighting.
4. Recessed Light Fittings: Installed into ceilings, recessed lights offer a sleek, minimalist look.
5. Track Light Fittings: Flexible and adjustable, track lights are perfect for highlighting specific areas.
6. Outdoor Light Fittings: Weather-resistant and durable, outdoor fittings include security lights, pathway lights, and floodlights.
Key Features to Consider
1. Lumen Output: Measures the light's brightness.
2. Colour Temperature: Warm white (2700K-3000K), cool white (3500K-4100K), or daylight (5000K-6500K). 3. Energy Efficiency: LED, halogen, or fluorescent options. 4. Dimming: Compatibility with dimmer switches or smart lighting systems. 5. IP Rating: Ingress protection against dust and water. 6. Certifications: Compliance with local electrical standards and regulations. Applications and Considerations 1. Residential: Living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms require different light fittings. 2. Commercial: Offices, retail spaces, and industrial areas have unique lighting needs. 3. Industrial: Hazardous locations, high-bay lighting, and machine vision require specialized fittings. 4. Outdoor: Security, pathway, and floodlighting for safety and ambiance. Conclusion Selecting the right electrical light fittings requires careful consideration of the type, features, and application. Understanding these factors ensures we provide safe, efficient, and visually appealing lighting solutions for our clients.
Contact us for expert advice and installation services.

16/02/2022

Your switchboard is an important safety feature in your home to safeguard from electrical faults.
This is a reminder to get your switchboard and wiring in your home checked to ensure it is suitable and up to standard. If your switchboard is similar to one of these, its a good indication to get it checked.
Get in contact today if you need your home checked or would like to discuss an upgrade

12/01/2022

Check out the PDL Iconic range of switchgear

PDL Iconic product overview showing the different colours and functionality.

02/07/2015

23/05/2015

Lighting

Smart lighting choices in your home help reduce your power bill while giving you the look and style you want.

You pay 400% more to run a standard bulb instead of a quality energy efficient LED bulb that gives you the same amount of light. And quality LEDs last a lot longer. You can expect an LED bulb to last 15 years or more. Over the life time, an LED could save you $290 (for each LED bulb) of similar brightness to a 100W standard light bulb.(Based on 15,000 hour LED bulb life, LED purchase cost of $25.00 and an electricity price of 0.23c/KWh)
Contact Paul to see how LEDs could benefit you and your power bill!

http://www.energywise.govt.nz/your-home/lighting

30/07/2014

Willis Electrical Ltd can help you with all electrical needs no matter how big or small, even if you think the job doesnt require the needs of a professional electrician. It still may be best to give us a call even if it's just a general enquiry. It's always better to be safe than sorry. Contact us here or via our website - www.williselectrical.co.nz

26/06/2014

Cool idea - use old bread bag clips to keep your cords organized!

07/05/2014

See blurb below about the benefits of LED bulbs

07/05/2014

The Benefits of Fitting LED Bulbs.
Long-lasting - LED bulbs last up to 10 times as long as compact fluorescents, and far longer than typical incandescents.

Durable - since LEDs do not have a filament, they are not damaged under circumstances when a regular incandescent bulb would be broken. Because they are solid, LED bulbs hold up well to jarring and bumping.

Cool - these bulbs do not cause heat build-up; LEDs produce 3.4 btu's/hour, compared to 85 for incandescent bulbs. Common incandescent bulbs get hot and contribute to heat build-up in a room. LEDs prevent this heat build-up, thereby helping to reduce air conditioning costs in the home.

Mercury-free - no mercury is used in the manufacturing of LEDs.

More efficient - LED light bulbs use only 2-17 watts of electricity (1/3rd to 1/30th of Incandescent or CFL). LED bulbs used in fixtures inside the home save electricity, remain cool and save money on replacement costs since LED bulbs last so long. Small LED flashlight bulbs will extend battery life 10 to 15 times longer than with incandescent bulbs.

Cost-effective - although LEDs are initially expensive, the cost is recouped over time and in battery savings. LED bulb use was first adopted commercially, where maintenance and replacement costs are expensive. But the cost of new LED bulbs has gone down considerably in the last few years and are continuing to go down!