Want to build your own 1-phase rail system? Step by step, choose the shape, dimensions, power supply, connectors, and lights. Read about what to look out for when it comes to compatibility and installation.
Choosing an LED driver: current, voltage and power
Choosing a LED driver? Compare constant current and voltage with an overview and calculation examples for output values, power, and dimming.
Choosing a standing outdoor lamp or lamppost
Outdoor light pole or lantern post? Compare light distribution, glare and installation. With a practical example for a driveway next to a garden path.
Choosing black or white rail lighting
Black or white rail lighting? Compare contrast, shade and finish with the ceiling and interior. With a store example and tips for a trial at the location.
Choosing RGB, RGBW or RGB+CCT led strip
RGB, RGBW or RGB+CCT led strips? Compare color and white light and check channels, power supply and control. With an example for a living room kitchen.
Rail lighting in the kitchen and living room: lighting plan
A lighting plan with rail lighting for the kitchen and living room: determine positions, lighting tasks and operation. With an elaborate example for an open kitchen.
Tiltable or fixed spotlights: which one do you choose?
Tiltable or fixed spots? Compare beam angle, beam pattern, glare and installation space. With a kitchen example to assess the shadow on the worktop.
Choosing 1-phase or 3-phase rail lighting
1-phase or 3-phase rail lighting? Choose from the desired control system. Learn about circuits, DALI, dimming, and compatibility, with a shopping example.
Dimmable rail lighting: choosing the lamp and control
Choosing dimmable rail lighting? Choose the lamp, driver, and control. With a table example and controls for the number of lamps and stable dimming.
COB led strips: difference with ordinary led strips
COB or regular LED strips? Compare light points, profile, heat dissipation and power supply. With a kitchen example and a calculation of the strip load.
