Are you planning to provide your home or workspace with modern, flexible lighting? Then LED 1-phase trackphase lighting is a smart choice. With just a single power point, you can connect, shift, and adjust multiple spotlights however you like. Ideal for the kitchen, living room, or smaller retail spaces. In this blog, we explain step by step how to easily assemble a 1-phase track lighting system yourself and what to pay attention to during installation.
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Assembling and installing a 1-Phase Trackssystem
Track lighting has been used for years in stores and showrooms, but a 1-phase trackssystem is nowadays also extremely popular in homes. And for good reason: the system is easy to install, flexible to use, and completely customizable to your preferences.
With a single power point, you can supply power to a long track and effortlessly illuminate an entire room. Installation is straightforward, as screws and plugs are included as standard. Furthermore, you place the track lights exactly where you want them, and if you change your interior later, you can easily slide the spots to a different location.
In terms of shape and length, a 1-phase track also offers many possibilities. You can easily cut the track to size and connect multiple tracks or bends together, allowing you to create an L-shape or a square, for example. This ensures you can always put together a lighting plan that perfectly matches your space.
What does 1-phase mean?
This is a frequently asked question about 1-phase tracks. There are 2 copper contacts inside the tracks. You can connect these terminals to an electrical installation via a power feed point. 1-phase track lighting also means that all spots powered by the power track can be switched on and off simultaneously. All track lights are operated together.
You can switch the tracks on and off by means of a two-way switch; you can find these under switches and sockets. De track lights all turn on and off at the same time. This also applies to dimming the track; all lights will then be dimmed simultaneously. Would you like the lights to be switched in different groups? Then it is better to choose a 3-phase track. We also have these in our assortment, which can be found under 3-phase tracklighting.
What do you need to install a 1-phase tracklighting system?
When you have decided to purchase 1-phase tracklighting, you need to take a few things into account. You can completely customize a 1-phase tracks to your liking. First of all, you need to know how you want the tracks to run. For example, do you want a square or an E-shape? You can create almost any shape with it. When putting together a track system, you start with the track, and then you can connect them using our internal connectors.Would you like to make a turn with the track lighting? You can do this with an L-shaped internal connector. Once you have everything complete, you can safely seal the track using an end cap.
In the image on the right, you can also see the article numbers of the various connectors, making it easy to find them on the website.
Once you have determined the distance and layout of your 1-phase tracks , you can purchase the track lights . You can place as many track lights on the tracks as you like. LedLoket offers a wide range of 1-phase tracksspots. A track light often features a GU10 fitting, into which you can screw any LED spot of your choice. So be sure to order a GU10 spot of your preference as well. Would you like to dim the spots on the 1-phase track lighting? You can! This can be done by using dimmable GU10 spots in combination with an external dimmer.
Once you know what your 1-phase trackssystem should look like, you will need the following supplies:
- The 1-phase tracks itself, which are available in various lengths and colors. You can also cut these 1-phase tracks to any desired length yourself. The rails are available in black and white.
- The track lights, our track light feature an easy-to-use click system. This allows you to easily install spotlights at the desired location. You can also easily move the spotlights, allowing you to create extra lighting wherever you want.
- GU10 spotlights, when you order a 1-phase tracksspotlight with a GU10 fitting, spotlights are often not included. Therefore, be sure to order these to complete your rail system.
- External dimmer, Would you like to dim the 1-phase tracks ? This is possible using an external dimmer in combination with a dimmable LED GU10 spotlight.
- Any connectors, allowing you to give the 1-phase track the desired shape/route.
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Installing 1-phase track lighting
An advantage of a 1-phase tracksystem is that the installation is very simple.Below, the installation is explained in 4 steps.
Step 1
The first step in installing LED 1-Phase track lighting is to turn off the power. This allows you to work safely. Before you begin installing your 1-phase tracklighting system, it is helpful to lay out the tracks and accessories on the floor first. This allows you to easily check whether the correct corner pieces and accessories are present everywhere. Next, the location of the track system can be determined. It is important that a power point is available to supply power to the tracks.
Step 2
A track system consists of various components: of course the tracks themselves, but also any corners and connectors. The connectors are used to connect the different tracks to each other.
Once the shape has been determined and a power point is available, the tracks can be installed. The 1-phase tracks can be easily mounted, as they feature screw holes on the back. Standard screws and plugs are supplied with each track. These allow you to mount the track to the ceiling or a potential wall.
Step 3
The next step is to connect the mounted tracks to the power supply. This can be done using electrical wires. You start by stripping these wires, which means removing the plastic surrounding the wire. Strip the brown and blue cables using wire strippers. The 1-phase tracks feature a power connector that can be used to supply the tracks with electricity. The connection in the power connector has two or three openings. Two of these connections are for the brown and blue cables.
Some connectors feature a third connection in the middle; this connection is for the earth wire (the yellow/green wire). In many cases, this wire is not necessary, but if your lights are earthed, you should connect this cable as well. The electrical cables can easily be inserted into the connections and then secured using a screwdriver.
Step 4
Now that the 1-phase rails have been installed and powered, it is time for the final step: installing the 1-phase track lights. Because the entire track is powered, the track lights can be attached at any desired location. For safety reasons, it is important to turn off the power to the track if you are going to relocate the track lights . The 1-Phase Tracksspots can easily be installed using the click system.You do not need any tools for this.
After the fourth step, the track system is ready and you have successfully installed your own track system.
More information about installing & the benefits of 1-phase tracklighting?
Then watch the video on the right where Sem explains how to assemble and install 1-phase tracklighting yourself.
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In short
If you have any questions regarding this article, please feel free to contact us.Our customer service is ready to answer questions or provide advice. If you order before 16:00, you will receive your track lighting the next business day! So enjoy your rail system quickly and order it easily at LedLoket.
