A simple part with a big effectThe LCTK-SUSP-WH is a
suspension tube for track lighting, designed for L-Line tracks according to its name. It holds the rail below the ceiling, converting a surface-mounted installation into a
suspended track. The tube carries the rail; the light itself comes from the track heads you install on it. Note that the word tube refers here to hanging hardware, not to a fluorescent or LED tube lamp, so it will not replace a lamp in an existing fixture.
Why lower the trackThe higher the ceiling, the farther the light has to travel before it reaches what you want to see. Cathedral ceilings, double-height entrances, mezzanines, lofts and commercial spaces with an exposed structure are all places where a
ceiling-mounted track ends up too far from the action. Lowering it brings the heads closer to islands, tables, shelving and artwork, makes them easier to reach for adjustments, and creates a
floating line of light that structures a large volume. In a restaurant, a lowered track over the tables creates a cozier, more intimate mood; in a boutique, it brings accent light closer to the merchandise.
Planning and installationBefore drilling, decide on the hanging height: keep the heads above eye level so no one looks straight into them, and leave comfortable clearance over tables and circulation areas. Anchor each
suspension point firmly into the ceiling structure, check that the track hangs perfectly level, and use enough suspension points to keep it straight over its whole length. Plan the power feed together with the suspension so the wiring reaches the rail neatly. Turn off the breaker and have a
qualified electrician make the connection according to the electrical code in your province.
Coordinating the systemFor a unified look, keep the same
version code on the tube, the rail and the connectors. In the same LCTK family, the
2-foot track carries the WH code, and the family also offers track sections in other lengths and versions. If your project calls for the other version, the
suspension tube for L-Line tracks in BK is the same part. Because the name specifies L-Line tracks, confirm that your rail belongs to this
track lighting system before ordering.
At a glanceModel: LCTK-SUSP-WH
Product type: suspension tube for track
Designed for: L-Line tracks
Version: WH (also offered in BK)
Category: track rail accessory
Applications: residential and commercial projects