Optime Airtight Downlight Protector
Product Overview
Main purpose
To prevent air leakage, condensation and heat loss when installing light fittings or speakers in an airtight building.
Use it on
Ceilings or walls in any building where the installation of downlights or speakers may affect the insulation performance and airtightness in both newbuilds and refurbishments (retrofit).
Overview
Optime Downlight Protectors ensure the airtightness and insulation of a building is not compromised by the installation of downlights. These easy-to-install flush mounted airtight boxes are easily sealed to an airtight membrane or airtightness layer. They prevent condensation and mould within the attic space by providing a continuous insulation layer with no gaps.
Features
- Prevents uncomfortable draughts
- Maximises insulation performance
- Can be covered by insulation
- Prevents dust and insects falling into the room
- Reduces the risk of condensation in the attic
- Fire resistant
- Very simple to install using just airtight tape and grommets
Benefits
- Solves the common problem of air leakage around downlights.
- Eliminating air leaks allows insulation to perform at its best.
- Insulation can be safely installed over the downlight ensuring continuity, thereby reducing heat loss and heating costs.
- Improves comfort and indoor air quality.
- Helps maintain a dry stable attic environment which reduces the risk of mould in the attic.
- Fire resistant materials improve safety for building occupants.
- No specialist installation skills required.
Questions
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Technical Details
Key Technical Data
Installation Guide
How to Install
A suitably sized hole should be cut in the membrane or airtight layer before the Optime Downlight Protector is put in place. The lip of the downlight protector should overlap the membrane or airtight layer and be airtight sealed to it using airtight tape. The lip also has pre-drilled holes so it can be securely fixed to timbers in the ceiling or wall with screws when required.
The cable holes are most easily sealed with Pro Clima Stoppa Grommets. These are tight fitting rubber plugs that go in to each hole to hold the cable securely and provide an airtight seal. The Stoppa should be pierced with a sharp point to allow the cable to be inserted. Stoppa’s also allow the cable to move or be pulled through if required.
If the holes on the side are not convenient, multiple holes or one large hole can be drilled or cut in the top or side and a suitable Kaflex grommet can be used to provide an easy and quick seal. Alternatively, the cables can be sealed to any of the 16 or 20mm holes with airtight tape or Orcon F airtight sealant. Using tape or sealant means the cables are fixed in position and can’t be adjusted, pulled or moved once installed.
Hints & Tips
If non-LED bulbs are used, 50w is the maximum power rating allowed. We would only ever recommend using low wattage LED lightbulbs.
Optime downlight protectors can only be used in a wet room if the light fitting is specifically designed and IP rated for safe use in that location. Check with the light fitting’s manufacturer beforehand for clarification.
