SES | E14 | Small Edison Screw Lampholders – Margin Services Help Centre https://help.marginservices.co.uk Wed, 14 Aug 2024 12:25:23 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 How to install our E14 lampholder with L bracket https://help.marginservices.co.uk/knowledge-base/how-to-install-our-e14-lampholder-with-l-bracket/ Wed, 14 Aug 2024 12:06:18 +0000 https://help.marginservices.co.uk/?post_type=epkb_post_type_1&p=2008

This is a quick installation guide on how to install our E14 plastic lampholder with L bracket.

  • Cap (Bottom Section)
  • Skirt (Top Section)
  • Insert (Connection Unit)
  • Cord Grip
  • L Bracket

  • Shade Rings

Below are the piece parts of this assembly.

Step 1

Install the L bracket to your wall or item.

We have not fixed it in the image as this is for reference only.

Step 2

Separate the lampholder and take the cap (bottom section) and the cord grip.

Step 3

Place the bracket over the male thread of the cord grip and then screw the cord grip into the cap of the lampholder.

Note the bracket can be installed either way around, with the bracket as shown in the image or the bracket pointing the other way.

Please see the following guide on how to wire the lampholder, once done please pop back here.

How to wire the lampholder

Step 4

Once you have successfully wired the lampholder tighten the grub screw up on the cord grip to prevent the cable from being pulled out.

]]> Lampholder Bases explained https://help.marginservices.co.uk/knowledge-base/lampholder-bases-explained/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 15:50:42 +0000 https://help.marginservices.co.uk/?post_type=epkb_post_type_1&p=1328
Lampholders bases come in various different styles, if you are not sure what style you need then check out below for their explanations.

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10mm Entry

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10mm Entry lampholders are the more popular entry lampholder to fit on any 10mm fixing point, the lampholder as it comes should not be used for a hanging light fitting.

However, you can add a 10mm cord grip to enable you to hang this from a cable.

 

1/2" Entry

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This lampholder entry is the same as the 10mm, but this has the 1/2" 24tpi entry thread, you will find these generally in older style light fittings.

Again the same applies, you cannot use this when hanging from a cable unless a cord grip is being used.

 

20mm Entry

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The 20mm lampholders are designed to be used with 20mm electrical conduit systems and will screw directly onto a threaded piece of galvanised conduit pipe.

 

Pandant

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The pendant style lampholder is one of the most popular lampholders we sell to pubs/restaurants and retro fitting in domestic dwellings, these have built in cord grips so perfect for creating stunning pendant style light fittings.

 

Batten

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Batten lampholders are very popular with theatre companies for lighting around stages and Hollywood style mirrors. These lampholders have flat discs fixed to them, ideal for fixing the lampholder to a wall or ceiling.

 

]]> How to install our push fit E27 and E14 lampholders https://help.marginservices.co.uk/knowledge-base/how-to-install-our-push-fit-e27-and-e14-lampholders/ Thu, 27 Jun 2024 13:24:36 +0000 https://help.marginservices.co.uk/?post_type=epkb_post_type_1&p=945

This guide is to show you how to install our push fit lampholders in the E27 and E14 ranges.

Before you start you need to ensure that the stripped ends of your cables are solid.

This can be done by using ferrules or to solder the ends, this ensures that when you push the cables into the lampholder they will not bend or move around.

If you have a solid cable then the barb on the inside will grip it ensuring a safe and solid connection between the cable and lampholder.

The following components were used in this guide:

Step 1

Thread the cable through your light fitting so it is sticking out the top.

 

Step 2

Take the bottom section of the lampholder and thread it onto the threaded rod, then tighten the small screw inside to lock it to the threaded rod.

 

Step 3

Take the main body of the lampholder and push the wires into the holes on the rear of the lampholder, as shown in the image below.

Please note that the Live (Brown) and Neutral (Blue) go in opposite ends from each other.

There are 2 holes next to each other it does not matter what hole you use, just means you could have 2x Blue and 2x Brown cables, however we do not recommend this as a standard installation.

The cables will push in, and you will hear/feel a slight click, give the cable a gentle pull back to ensure it's secured into the lampholder.

If you need to remove the cable jump to step 5

 

 

Ensure the brown (live) is pushed into the centre pinhole, to find this out please see the following video.

Step 4

After inserting and fixing the cables you can now click the top section into the base section.

This will only go around one way it should make sense what way this goes.

Ensuring the cables are tucked out the way as you dont want to catch them when pushing 2 parts together.

Tip: If for some reason you cannot click the top section into the base section ensure the small grub screw in the base section is fully tightened down.

This now finishes the installation of the lampholder.

Below you will find the steps required to undo the lampholder if you have found an issue.

Need to undo the lampholder?

Step 1

If you need to separate the lampholder then you will need 2x screwdrivers or something similar.

You will need to insert one screwdriver into the slot as seen below holding that into position then insert the 2nd screwdriver pushing both screwdrivers together then lifting the top part of lampholder will separate them.

Please be careful not to be too rough as you can snap the 2x clips.

Step 2

After removing the top section you can also remove the cables if needed, this can be a little tricky and will require a paperclip or something similar.

The idea is that you will need to insert the paperclip in as you are gently pulling on the cable, wiggle the paperclip around and the can should simply pop out.

On some occasions you can pull the ferrule off the end of the cable, this isn't an issue as such as all you need to do is re install a new ferrule and insert cable into spares hole.

]]> Installing S.lilley Brand E14 Lampholder’s https://help.marginservices.co.uk/knowledge-base/installing-s-lilley-brand-e14-lampholders/ Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:56:09 +0000 https://help.marginservices.co.uk/?post_type=epkb_post_type_1&p=854

This guide is to aid you in installing the S.Lilley brand SES | E14 | Small Edison Screw lampholders.

 

Step 1

Separate the lampholder into its 3 parts and screw the cap (bottom section) onto your thread.

Notice you will see a screw in the cap, once the cap is screwed onto your thread you will need to tighten this screw up.

This will lock the cap onto the thread.

Step 2

Take the connection unit and wire it as shown below, note the location of the live and neutral this is crucial.

  • Live (Brown Wire)
  • Neutral (Blue Wire)
  • Earth (Green/Yellow Wire)

Step 3

Carefully sit the connection unit into the cap of the lampholder, taking care not to trap any wires.

Note there is a notch on the connection unit that will need to be located into the cap, this will only go one way.

 

Step 4

Take the black isolator that is inside the skirt (if it has not already fallen out) and place it over the top of the connection unit as shown below.

 

Step 5

Place the skirt over the top ensuring the 4 notches align up as shown below.

Step 6

After ensuring the 4 notches are still aligned carefully tighten the skirt unit by threading it onto the cap, you will hear and feel a clicking noise this is normal and is the locking barb engaging.

Keep threading until the skirt has hit the bottom of the thread.

 

If you need to remove this lampholder then please view our "how to unlock your lampholder" guide.

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]]> Installing Arditi Brand E14 lampholder’s https://help.marginservices.co.uk/knowledge-base/installing-arditi-brand-e14-lampholders/ Thu, 30 May 2024 16:04:36 +0000 https://help.marginservices.co.uk/?post_type=epkb_post_type_1&p=801

This guide is to aid you in installing the Arditi brand SES | E14 | Small Edison Screw lampholders.

There are 3 different types of lampholders and all 3 will be covered in this guide.

Please click on the links to jump to the relevant section –

 

1 Plastic Cap
2 Metal Cap
3 Earth Cap

Plastic Cap

Step 1

Separate the lampholder into its 3 parts and screw the cap (bottom section) onto your thread.

We recommend in using a dab of superglue to prevent this lampholder from unscrewing accidentally.

 

Step 2

Take the connection unit and wire it as shown below, note there are markings behind the screws with L and N.

  • L = Live (Brown Wire)
  • N = Neutral (Blue Wire)

 

Step 3

Carefully sit the connection unit into the cap of the lampholder, taking care not to trap any wires.

 

Step 4

Take the top section (skirt) and screw it onto the cap section of the lampholder, note the clicking sound as you tighten the skirt up.

 

If you need to remove this lampholder then please view our "how to unlock your lampholder" guide.

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Metal Cap

Step 1

Separate the lampholder into its 3 parts and screw the cap (bottom section) onto your thread.

Notice you will see a screw in the cap, once the cap is screwed onto your thread you will need to tighten this screw up.

This will lock the cap onto the thread.

 

Step 2

Take the isolator and slide it onto the cable as shown below, this will sit right inside the base of the lampholder, note the raised section of the isolator will fit over the screw head.

Step 3

Take the connection unit and wire it as shown below, note there are markings behind the screws with L and N.

  • L = Live (Brown Wire)
  • N = Neutral (Blue Wire)

 

Step 4

Carefully sit the connection unit into the cap of the lampholder, taking care not to trap any wires.

 

Step 5

Take the top section (skirt) and screw it onto the cap section of the lampholder, note the clicking sound as you tighten the skirt up.

If you need to remove the lampholder for whatever reason, please see the bottom of this guide for information about the locking barb.

 

If you need to remove this lampholder then please view our "how to unlock your lampholder" guide.

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Earth Cap

Step 1

Separate the lampholder into its 3 parts and screw the cap (bottom section) onto your thread.

Notice you will see a screw in the cap, once the cap is screwed onto your thread you will need to tighten this screw up.

 

Step 2

Take the earth wire and bend it into the earth block as shown below, you can then take a slotted screwdriver to tighten up the screw to hold the wire into position.

Can be awkward sometimes, so we recommend in using a pair of long nosed pliers (if you have them) tweezers may also work well.

 

Step 3

Take the connection unit and wire it as shown below, note there are markings behind the screws with L and N.

  • L = Live (Brown Wire)
  • N = Neutral (Blue Wire)

 

Step 4

Carefully sit the connection unit into the cap of the lampholder, taking care not to trap any wires.

 

Step 5

Take the top section (skirt) and screw it onto the cap section of the lampholder, note the clicking sound as you tighten the skirt up.

 

If you need to remove this lampholder then please view our "how to unlock your lampholder" guide.

Learn More
]]> How to unlock my ES & SES Lampholder https://help.marginservices.co.uk/knowledge-base/how-to-unlock-my-es-ses-lampholder/ Thu, 16 May 2024 08:23:31 +0000 https://help.marginservices.co.uk/?post_type=epkb_post_type_1&p=258

All ES & SES lampholders have a locking device to stop them coming apart when you take a bulb out.

Below is an image showing our inserts and what to do with the barb to release the lampholder, note some press down and others bend inwards.

With the ones you bend inwards you will need to ensure you bend the barb back before locking the lampholder again.

 

With all the locking devices you need to use a small screwdriver to depress or bend the barb whilst holding the base and turning the skirt or body of the lampholder anticlockwise.

Ensure the lampholder is not connected to the electricity.

Quickly jump to the relevant lampholder:

 

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S.Lilley Metal E27 | ES | Edison Screw Lampholders

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Bend the locking barb inwards to release the lampholder.

 

Arditi Metal E27 | ES | Edison Screw Lampholders

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Press the locking barb down to release the lampholder.

 

Arditi Plastic E27 | ES | Edison Screw Lampholders

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Push the metal barb down to release the lampholder.

 

Arditi Plastic E14 | SES | Small Edison Screw Lampholders

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Push the metal barb down to release the lampholder.

 

Quick Video Below: Note i did have to cut the lampholder’s skirt to get this video.

 

Arditi Metal E14 | SES | Small Edison Screw Lampholders

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Bend the locking barb inwards to release the lampholder.

 

S.Lilley Metal E14 | SES | Small Edison Screw Lampholders

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Bend the locking barb inwards to release the lampholder.

 

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