How many lights can you put on a track?

A general track lighting rule is to add no more than one fixture per foot. A 15-amp, 120-volt lighting circuit can support a total of 1,800 watts, but you must deduct 20 percent from the total wattage to avoid overloading the circuit, so the safe capacity of the lighting circuit equals 1,440 watts.

Are LED track lights hot?

LED light does become very “hot” in these years, because it’s more energy-efficient than incandescent and halogen light, but LED light is still hot as it also generates heat. Many customers may believe that LED will never produce any waste heat because everybody is saying that it is high-efficient.

What is the most common track lighting system?

HT system
The HT system is known as 3-wire single circuit systems and is the most popular track system on the market today. HT compatible system is available at most home improvement centers. If you look at the track, then there should be 2 strip of wire on one side and 1 strip of wire on the other side.

How many LED lights can I put on a 15-amp breaker?

Each CFL or LED bulb typically gives the same amount of light as a 60-watt incandescent bulb while drawing 10 watts or less, which is equivalent to a current draw of 1/12 amp. Thus a 15-amp circuit can safely control 180 or more fixtures that use CFL or LED bulbs.

What kind of track lighting do I Need?

We sell H-style 3-wire track lighting. Any other style of track lighting will not work with our track lighting system. Please use the diagram below to find out what type of track system you have!

Can a track light kit be used in the living room?

Installing a track lighting kit can simultaneously illuminate artwork and a reading area in the living room. And in addition to desk lamps and portable lighting, a track light kit is a preferred choice of illumination for the home office.

How long does a track light bulb last?

Low-voltage track lighting bulbs also last longer; in the case of low-voltage LED systems, the lights can last an impressive 10,000 to 100,000 hours.

Are there different types of track bar lighting?

Flexible track is perfect when you need a unique, customizable lighting layout. Most track rails or bars are designed to accept several different types of track heads. Still, it’s important to ensure that your track and your preferred head type are compatible before purchasing.