Description
A lampholder ring is a small part with one job, and this is the deeper version of it. It threads onto the mouth of the lampholder and takes the collar of a shade, the extra depth giving a little more purchase where a shallow ring would sit proud or leave the shade slack. At 50mm across and 15mm deep it is a modest piece, finished in polished chrome so it catches the light in the same way as the chrome parts it sits beside.
It is made to pair with particular Dreifa lampholders, so it is worth checking yours against the compatibility list before ordering. We keep these on the shelf for two reasons: as a spare, when a ring has gone astray during a house move or a shade change, and as the piece people ask for when they are building a pendant up from separate components and want the shade held cleanly. If you are trading a fabric shade for glass with a deeper collar, this is the ring we would reach for.
The finish is polished chrome, bright enough that it reads as one piece with a chrome lampholder or a chrome ceiling box above it. Fingerprints show, as they will on any bright plating, so an occasional going over with a dry microfibre cloth is all it wants; leave the cream cleaners and the wire wool well alone, as they will dull the shine for good. It carries a one year warranty. The same deeper ring is also offered in gun metal if the rest of your fitting leans darker, and it is an accessory rather than a light in its own right, so the lamp itself is a matter for the holder it screws onto.
Specification
| Colour |
Polished Chrome |
| Ceiling Mountable |
Yes |
| Weight |
0.01KG |
| Diameter |
50mm |
| Height |
15mm |
| Materials Used |
Die-cast Aluminium |
| Lamp Cap |
Non-Electric |
| Warranty |
1yr |
| UKCA/CE |
Yes |
| Pieces Included |
1 |
| Installation |
Requires Installation By Qualified Electrician |
| Product Care |
(1) Wipe clean with a dry cloth, do not use any cleaning detergents, do not use rough or coarse material to clean. |
| Country of Origin |
China |
Frequently Asked
What size is this ring?
It measures 50mm in diameter and 15mm in height, so it is a small part rather than a visible feature of the fitting.
What does a deeper lampholder ring actually do?
It threads onto the lampholder and holds the collar of the shade. The added depth compared with a standard ring gives more purchase, which helps with shades that have a taller or thicker collar.
Will it fit any lampholder?
No. It is made for specific Dreifa lampholders, so match the reference of the holder you already have before buying.
Does it come with a bulb or any wiring?
It does not. It is a non-electrical accessory, so the lamp and the electrical parts belong to the fitting it joins.
How should I clean the chrome?
A dry microfibre cloth lifts dust and fingerprints. Avoid abrasive creams, scouring pads and solvents, which mark polished chrome permanently.
Is there another finish?
Yes, the same deeper ring is offered in gun metal.