Description
This is a lamp base pared right back: a low cylinder in satin nickel with the lampholder rising straight out of it and a rotary dimmer set into the body. At 70mm across it claims almost no room on a surface, and the bulb does the talking. Fit a fat globe, a squirrel cage or a plain pear-shaped lamp and the whole character shifts with it. Turning the rotary control winds the light up or down, so it can sit at a low glow or run near full brightness, provided the lamp itself is dimmable.
We reach for this one where a conventional table lamp would look bulky: a bedside shelf, the corner of a desk, a deep windowsill, the end of a run of books on a sideboard. It suits anyone who has already chosen a decorative filament or opal globe and wants as little as possible built around it. In a bedroom the rotary control earns its keep, since the level can be taken right down without any dimmer on the wall. The E27 lampholder takes up to 40W, which covers any LED lamp you are likely to pair with it.
The satin nickel has a soft grey sheen that shows fingerprints and dust far less than polished plating. It is double insulated, and it belongs in dry rooms indoors, well away from splashes and damp corners. For upkeep, wait until the lamp has cooled, switch off at the socket, then take a dry cloth over the base and around the dimmer knob; leave sprays and metal polishes alone, as they will dull satin plating in time. It carries a one year warranty. We also stock the same base in sand black and pearl black if you want it to disappear against a darker surface. Lamps are not included.
Specification
| Colour |
Satin Nickel |
| Ceiling Mountable |
Yes |
| Weight |
0.46KG |
| Diameter |
70mm |
| Height |
110mm |
| Materials Used |
Iron |
| Adjustable Height |
No |
| Energy Class |
A++ to D |
| Max Energy Class |
A++ |
| Min Energy Class |
D |
| Lamp |
1 x E27 40W max (lamps not included) |
| Lamp Cap |
E27 |
| Recommended Lamp |
LED (GLS A60, GLS A75, Globe G80, Globe G95, Globe G120, ST64, Tubular T45) |
| Light Distribution |
Ambient |
| Protection Class |
Class 2 - Double Insulated |
| Total Power Consumption (W) |
Dependent On Lamps Used (±5%) |
| Input Voltage (V) |
220-240V~50/60Hz |
| Switch |
Yes - Rotary Dimmer |
| Dimmable |
Yes - Suitable Lamps & Dimmer Required |
| IP Rating |
IP20 |
| Warranty |
1yr |
| UKCA/CE |
Yes |
| Pieces Included |
1 |
| Installation |
Plug-in Item |
| Product Care |
(1) Wipe clean with a dry cloth, do not use any cleaning detergents, do not use rough or coarse material to clean. (2) Ensure light is not illuminated when cleaning. |
| Country of Origin |
China |
Frequently Asked
How big is it?
The base measures 70mm in diameter and 110mm tall, and weighs 0.46kg, so it sits comfortably on a narrow shelf or bedside table.
Do I need a dimmer switch on the wall?
No. A rotary dimmer is built into the lamp itself. You only need to fit a lamp that is marked as dimmable, as ordinary non-dimmable LEDs will flicker or buzz.
Which bulbs suit it best?
It takes an E27 lamp up to 40W. LED versions of GLS A60 and A75, globes from G80 up to G120, ST64 squirrel cage and T45 tubular shapes all work, so you can choose how much of the bulb you want on show.
Is a bulb supplied?
No, the lamp is sold as the base alone, which lets you pick the shape and colour temperature to suit the room.
Can I use it in a bathroom or outside?
No. It is rated IP20 for dry indoor use only, so keep it to bedrooms, living rooms, studies and hallways.
What warranty does it have?
It carries a one year warranty from the manufacturer.