Bulkheads

An LED bulkhead light fitting is a type of fitting that connects the light body to a wall or other surface. They are a robust solution to external lighting in both industrial and commercial settings, as they can withstand difficult weather conditions and busy areas.

Here at Meteor Electrical we offer a wide range of LED bulkhead lights. You have the option of various shapes, colours, and wattage. We have round bulkheads, square bulkheads, rectangular bulkhead and oval bulkheads to suit your needs.

Our range of LED bulkhead light fitting is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. For indoor applications, our most popular fitting is the circular 16W Colour Changeable LED Bulkhead. This light fitting has a long lifespan of 30,000 hours, allowing you to save on energy costs. It has a colour changeable switch at the back of the light fitting, making it simple to change between 3000/4000/5700K.

For outdoor applications, we have a wide range of exterior bulkhead lights to suit your requirements. Our range including standard led bulkhead lights and outside bulkhead light with PIR.  The Kosnic 30W IP65 Wall Pack offers huge value. A robust solution to external lighting in both commercial and industrial settings. A rating of IP65 and the long-life span of 40,000 hours allows end users to save on energy and maintenance costs.

Emergency and security bulkhead lights are also included in the range

Yes, our range of LED bulkhead light fittings are extremely energy efficient, producing a high lumen output against a low wattage. LED bulkhead lights use up to 90% less energy compared to traditional bulkhead lights. This combined with a longer lifespan means LED bulkhead lights are a great energy saving lighting solution.

LED bulkhead light generally do not need replaced for at least 8 years. The lifespan of the fitting is rated by hours. Therefore, it will depend how long the light fitting is on each day. For example, if your LED bulkhead light has a lifespan of 50,000 hours and your fitting will be running for 12 hours per day, the bulkhead will last approximately 11 years.

The colour temperature depends on the application area. Our range of LED bulkhead lights include colour changeable. LED bulkhead light fittings that allow you to switch between 3000/4000/6000K. Please speak to one of our sales advisors via the live chat or email [email protected] if you need help selecting the correct bulk head light fixing with the appropriate colour temperature for your project.

Yes, we have a wide range of bulkhead bathroom lighting fixings. However, it is important that you understand bathroom lighting zones and ingress protection ratings. Our blog on How To Choose the Correct Bathroom Lighting will help you understand this.

LED bulkhead lights are suitable for a variety of environments, including industrial, domestic, and commercial settings. We have a wide range of standard LED bulkhead lights, security bulkhead lights and outdoor bulkhead lights. So, whether you are a business owner or homeowner, our range of LED bulkhead lights provide a great cost saving and robust lighting solution.

At Meteor, we have a wide range of outdoor LED bulkhead lights. Our range of bulkhead lights are a popular fitting for both indoor and outdoor applications. Again, when using a bulkhead outside, the IP rating needs to be at least 44 so it is sealed against moisture.

Often the simplest option is to replace the whole fitting with an integrated LED bulkhead or one designed for LED DD lamps, such as the Kosnic Blanca. Some existing 2D fittings can take an LED replacement lamp, but compatibility depends on the control gear inside, and some lamps require the gear to be bypassed. Check the lamp manufacturer's compatibility guidance before converting any fitting.

Yes, if it is an emergency version or fitted with a suitable emergency module. Emergency bulkheads contain a battery that powers the light during a mains failure, and some versions also accept exit legends. They need a permanent live feed to keep the battery charged. Emergency lighting must be designed, installed and tested to the relevant standards, so check current regulations and the manufacturer's instructions.

Within a range, usually yes. The Kosnic Blanca bulkhead, for example, takes clip-on trims such as eyelid and polo rings in white, black and chrome, which can be changed to suit the building or direct light where it is needed. Trims are generally designed for one specific bulkhead body, so check that a trim matches your fitting's range before ordering.