Mains connections (230V)

For LED lighting connected directly to the mains (230V AC) , there are various plug and connection types . The right choice depends on the type of lighting, the location, and the safety requirements.

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1. Commonly used plugs for 230V LED lighting

🔌 Schuko plug (Type F)

• Features :
  ✅ Grounded plug with side contacts.
  ✅ Suitable for heavy loads (up to 16A / 3680W ).
  ✅ Robust and safe for indoor and outdoor use.
• Applications :
  ✔ LED construction lights .
  ✔ Industrial LED lighting .
  ✔ LED spotlights for outdoor use .

🔌 Euro plug (Type C)

• Features :
  ❌ No grounding.
  ✅ Compact and lightweight (max. 2.5A / 575W ).
  ✅ Fits in Type C, E and F sockets.
• Applications :
  ✔ LED table lamps and night lamps .
  ✔ LED strips with adapter .
  ✔ Decorative LED lighting .

🔌 IEC C7 ('Figure-8')

• Features :
  ❌ No grounding.
  ✅ Compact, suitable for devices up to 2.5A / 575W .
• Applications :
  ✔ LED adapters for TVs and lighting .
  ✔ Smart LED lighting (e.g. Philips Hue adapters) .

🔌 IEC C13 ('Cold plug')

• Features :
  ✅ Grounded plug, suitable for 10A / 2300W .
  ✅ Widely used in office and IT equipment.
• Applications :
  ✔ LED panels and offices .
  ✔ Professional LED lighting with external drivers .

🔌 IEC C19 ('Heavy Duty')

• Features :
  ✅ For heavy LED systems (up to 16A / 3680W ).
  ✅ Grounded plug, used in industrial applications.
• Applications :
  ✔ Industrial LED lighting .
  ✔ UPS systems (emergency power for LED installations) .

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2. Direct 230V connections without plug

Some LED lighting systems are connected directly to the electricity grid , without a plug.

⚡ WAGO clamps and terminal blocks

• Features :
  ✅ Safe alternative to crown stones.
  ✅ Fast and solder-free connections.
• Applications :
  ✔ LED ceiling lights .
  ✔ Recessed spotlights on 230V .
  ✔ Line lighting in offices .

⚡ Wieland GST18 (Quick Connectors)

• Features :
  ✅ Modular, safe plug connection for 230V LED lighting.
  ✅ Widely used in the construction industry .
• Applications :
  ✔ LED lighting in offices and shops .
  ✔ System lighting with loop-through option .

⚡ Waterproof IP68 connectors

• Features :
  ✅ Suitable for humid environments and outdoor use.
  ✅ Screw or click connections, often used in LED lighting.
• Applications :
  ✔ Garden lighting on 230V .
  ✔ LED pool and facade lighting .

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3. Which power connection do you choose for your LED lighting?

Application	Recommended connection
LED table lamp / night lamp	Euro plug (Type C)
LED construction lamp	Schuko plug (Type F)
LED strips with adapter	IEC C7 (Figure-8) or Euro plug
LED panels / offices	IEC C13 (cold plug) or Wieland GST18
Industrial LED systems	IEC C19 or Schuko plug
Waterproof LED lighting	IP68 connectors or Schuko