double insulated metal case 240v downlights in bathroom... earth or not?
Old identical (lamp thread knacked) downlight had an earth lead cable-tied to the (genuine looking) 2 core flex from jctn box earth to downlight, screwed to metal down light case, looks like this 'flying earth' was added on installation....
So do I replicate this arrangement with the replacement?
TIA
Jim K
If the product is actually marked as Class II (box in box symbol) I wouldn't. Though arguably it won't do much harm in this case to make it a Class I - just a bit unnecessary. Does it have a parking terminal for the CPC?
I would add earthing. Heavy condensation is normal in bathrooms, I'd hate to rely on something being class 2 there.
NT
/Does it have a parking terminal for the CPC?/q
Square in square mark is there. Fitting is from toolsatan 37092 by CED.
Theres a fitted 2 core (L & N) fly lead already wired to the lampholder, no other specific earthing point I can see.
On the visually very similar old one, the added earth was attached with a self tapper to a hole in the steel body. On the new one that hole is present, tho untapped & unmarked....
Jim K
You dont mention whether it meets class 2 requirements, chinese mfrs too often cut corners after the product has achieved buyer approval. A sticker has limited value these days.
NT
/You dont mention whether it meets class 2 requirements, /q
Why should it meet Class 2 ?
Jim K
troll
/troll/q ???
Halfwit retard!
Jim K
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