ᐅ Light panel or recessed spotlight for the shower

Created on: 20 May 2021 18:21
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Hausner
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Hausner
20 May 2021 18:21
Hello, I am looking for a light fixture to install in my walk-in shower. As I understand it, the fixture needs to operate on low voltage. First, you need to find a suitable one. Where can I install the transformer so that it remains accessible later on?
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nordanney
20 May 2021 20:08
Hausner schrieb:

As I understand it, the light fixture must be operated with low voltage.
Who is supervising your installation and forcing you to do that? As far as I know, according to VDE standards, it is even permitted.
AMNE3IA21 May 2021 00:13
It depends on what is above, the construction of the floor slab, and the position of the shower within the house.
If there is an attic above the shower, which is not developed and not a concrete ceiling, it would be relatively simple—provided the cable is long enough.

Install a junction box with a transformer in the attic.
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ypg
21 May 2021 00:53
Hausner schrieb:

As I understand it, the light fixture must be operated with low voltage.
Why is that supposed to be the case? *clears throat...
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Scout
21 May 2021 09:58
ypg schrieb:

Why should it be that way? *clears throat...*
So you don’t get exposed to 230 V while showering. That’s why.

RCDs (residual current devices) or not. It’s nonsense to have to walk through the distribution board room soaking wet every time the RCD trips and then stand there in the dark. And even if very likely (not but: guaranteed!) no electrical health damage results, such situations can of course cause shock, falls, injuries, or especially panic in children.