Lutec

If an item is 'in stock' we can get your order delivered on the next working day. We offer a free tracked delivery service on orders over £50 excl. VAT.

If the item is 'out of stock' we've either got more stock arriving or can source the product from our supplier. The item will be placed on back order and sent to you within a designated delivery time.

Individual delivery dates are available on every product.

The sub-brand of a manufacturer that groups collections of products together.

CRI stands for Colour Rendering Index. It is a measurement of how well a light source renders the true colour of an object compared to natural light. 

Rated out of 100, with daylight scoring a perfect 100. A light with 90 CRI and above is classed as being high CRI, while 80 CRI is the standard rating for LED lighting.

Each color temperature has its unique ambiance and use cases. When choosing LED lighting, it's important to consider the mood and functionality you want to achieve in each room or space. 

The finish or colour of your product is an important decision. If possilbe, try matching your light fittings and switches & sockets with the same finish. Matt white is the most popular downlight finish.

AC standards for alternating current and DC standards for direct current.

Mains voltage is 230V AC and has a tolerance of 10%, some products are 220V or 240V AC which means they can be classed as mains voltage.

DC voltages usually require an LED driver to convert the mains voltage AC into low voltage DC. Popular DC voltages are 12V or 24V DC.

IP (International or Ingress Protection) defines a products level of resistance to dust and moisture. The first digit is for dust and the second digit is for moisture.

An IP65 rating offers a high resistance to moisture and is popular rating for outdoor lighting and electrical enclosures.

IP65 is usually specified for bathroom downlights but according to the Building Regulations, IP44 provides adequate protection for zones 1 & 2.