Choosing a table lamp (luminaire) for your desktop

Mounting method

To choose a lamp for your desktop, you must first decide how and where you prefer to install it. There are many options. A desk lamp for your desk can be:

On a stand that sits on the table top. This is the most common type, known since people began to use electricity. For better stability, the stand should be heavy. There are no restrictions on the choice of color - you can choose to match the tone of the walls or desktop, or any other interior details. My only wish is that varnished, polished or mirror finishes are not recommended. It glares, reflecting light, which makes your eyes tired.

A table lamp for your desk can be very unusual

The best way to attach a lamp to a table is to use a model with a bracket

Clothes clip - easy to install and remove

If the table is constantly littered with papers or you are not sure that the lamp will not fly

As you can see, there aren't many options. But this is just the beginning; there are many other factors that will need to be taken into account. If we talk about “popular” preferences in choosing a mount for a table lamp, then the two most popular methods are on a stand and with a clamp. They are more convenient. Clothes-pin lamps are usually inexpensive, but they quickly lose their grip and hold up worse over time. If you just need an inexpensive lamp, for about a year and a half, this is your option.

Lamp arrangement on a clamp

The design of a table lamp on a clamp consists of the following parts:

• a lampshade containing one or more light bulbs;
• tripod (bracket or flexible tube);
• clamp.

Instead of a clamp, there is sometimes a clothespin that works in almost the same way.

This type of table lamp does not have a support platform. Instead, a clamp is installed in the lower part. It consists of a bracket with a clamping screw installed at the bottom. Due to the specifics of this part, attaching a table lamp is only possible to the edge of a table top, shelf or other surface. The fixation of the lamp is strong, allowing you to adjust the position of the lampshade in the most convenient way, without fear of any surprises. A table lamp on a clothespin has a similar design. It installs much easier and faster, but the spring force is much less and cannot provide the same fastening strength.

Important! The shape of the lampshade of a table lamp may be different, but it cannot compete with luxurious products of decorative samples. Most of them are a kind of truncated cone, inside of which there is a socket with a light bulb.

The bracket can be of two types:

• tripod (two or three sections connected by hinges);
• flexible tube.

Design

In addition to the stand, you should decide which lamp leg suits you best—the lampshade holder. It's not just about materials or shapes, but about design too. Table lamps can be:

With a stationary leg. A classic option that is suitable if you always work in the same position, in the same space. The material can be any - metal, wood, plastic. Combinations of these or some exotic materials such as bamboo, wire weaving, forging, etc. can be used. The height is usually fixed, but you can also find options that allow you to make it higher or lower.

Interesting models - the flight of imagination of designers is limitless

The flexible leg in the cheaper version is made of plastic corrugation, in the more expensive ones it is made of stainless or blackened steel

The more joints, the more accurately you can position the light source

Based on this parameter, choosing a table lamp for your desk is not too difficult. If you need to constantly illuminate the same area, a stationary leg is your option. If you need to change the position or size of the light spot, it is more convenient to do this using movable models. They are usually attached to a table (bracket or clothespin), but you can also find tabletop or wall-mounted options. But a telescopic or flexible base is your choice. Which one seems more convenient and reliable.

Type of light bulb, illumination, light temperature

According to generally accepted standards, the illumination on a desktop or on a computer/laptop keyboard should be 400-500 Lux (Lux is a unit of measurement of illumination in the International System of Units). Illumination depends on the power of the light source and the height of its location. Comfortable brightness is an individual parameter. Some people need very bright light, comparable to the midday light of the sun, others need warmer light, slightly yellowish or pinkish. So you need to select lamps for a table lamp individually.

You need to choose a light bulb for the table lamp

If you need different lighting levels for different people or different jobs, there are several options. The first is a lamp with variable height. This allows you to change the brightness of the light within small limits. If you need more drastic changes, look for a model with a brightness control. It can be stepped or smooth. If the lamp has a dimmer, it can contain either an incandescent lamp or a dimmable LED. Other light bulbs do not support this function. But a table lamp for a desk with a dimmer is not so common. You have to search purposefully, but it is convenient to use.

Types of bases and bulbs for table lamps

A table lamp can have two types of sockets - with a regular threaded base and with a pin base. Lamps with pin base: fluorescent, halogen or LED.

One of the most common options for table lamps

The threaded base can be of different sizes - both for a standard incandescent lamp, and smaller - for mini-instances. In such desktop dumps for your desktop, you can use not only Ilyich light bulbs (incandescent lamps), there are LED and fluorescent ones, you can also find halogen ones.

Whatever type of lamp it is, it must be completely covered with a shade. That is, the entire light bulb must be covered. This is very important to reduce eye strain.

Glow temperature and lack of pulsation

To keep your energy bills from being daunting, you usually try to buy a desk lamp with an LED or energy-saving lamp. It is understandable and not bad, but you need to know what to look for when choosing. For fluorescent and LED lamps, it is imperative to monitor the “color” of the light and the absence of “blinking”. Color affects perception, it is indicated on the packaging with the llama. The color scale is in the picture, but you will have to select it individually. In fact, they usually give preference to a bright (white) glow; they also buy a soft (yellowish) one.

The glow temperature must be selected individually

If there are several different lamps in the house, try working with one bulb for a few days, then install another. Compare sensations and performance. With one lamp your eyes may get tired faster, with another you may be able to see better. Based on the results, choose a light source of a certain type and “color” (correctly this parameter is called color temperature). With the right bulb, a desk lamp for your desk can even improve your productivity and help your child complete tasks more successfully and quickly.

Different styles, installation methods

The effect of pulsating light can be tracked using the camera on your phone. If you look at a glowing lamp through the camera on your phone, you can see changes in the intensity of the light. It is not tracked by our eyes, but because of it they get tired very quickly. Therefore, it is better to look for lamps that do not flicker. Unfortunately, they are not cheap, so you can go by price. The packaging usually says “pulse-free” and these statements can usually be trusted. But, if possible, check using the camera on your phone - you never know...

Selecting a lamp by light source

An important parameter to select is the type of light source(s) used. It is important both for savings and for eye health.

This selection includes:

Incandescent lamps. Electric cartridges E27, less often E14. Low cost of lamps, ease of replacement, availability of lamps for sale, comfortable lighting of the work area without exceeding standards.

The E27 electric socket can be used not only with incandescent lamps, but also with energy-saving and even LED lamps.

LED table lamps. This type of lamp is distinguished by high illumination of up to 2200 lumens. However, if you choose an LED table lamp with a dimmer and an electronic stabilizer, it is quite comfortable to use it at home as additional lighting.

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The disadvantage of LED table lamps remains the high cost, build quality, reliability of the LEDs and the relative difficulty of replacing them.

Ceiling lamp

The lampshade is very often selected “to match the interior”, but one should not forget that an incorrectly selected table lamp can quickly damage vision. If a table lamp for your desk plays a mainly decorative role, you can, of course, not pay much attention to it. But if you need to work with its lighting for at least half an hour, it is better to choose the right lampshade.

There are several requirements that will help you choose the right lamp for your desk:

• Dark or neutral color. Too bright a color attracts attention and increases fatigue.
• Material without bright glossy shine. Light is reflected from shiny surfaces, and glare makes the eyes tire faster.

Not all of these lamps of the same design are suitable for the desktop

A desk lamp with a plastic shade is a potential source of danger when using light bulbs that become very hot when in use. If you leave it on for a long period of time, the plastic may melt. Therefore, you need to be very careful when choosing a light bulb for such a lamp.

By the way, you also need to be careful with metal lampshades. If they become hot from the lamp, they may cause burns. This is also very unpleasant and painful.

Light color and light bulb power

Ophthalmologists recommend choosing regular yellowish light bulbs for table lamps.

The fact is that our eyes are naturally accustomed to the sun. Therefore, this particular shade will have minimal impact on vision.

It is the most natural and natural for all of us.

White color with a slight blue from energy-saving light bulbs will cause not only discomfort, but also be accompanied by intramuscular spasms of the optic nerve, due to flickering that is imperceptible at first glance.

Regarding power, always read the instructions. It should clearly state how many watts of light bulbs can be screwed in for a given type of lamp.

There are often situations when an overheated light bulb explodes right inside the base.

How much power can be used safely?

For conventional incandescent lamps this is a maximum of 40-60W.

There is no need to screw in 100 watt units. Excessive light output can cause irritation and dry eye syndrome.

For LED, power values ​​range from 7 to 11W.

The minimum luminous flux is 300 lm, recommended 500-600 lumens.

Incorrect angle of light incidence and height from the desktop surface can also lead to:

• to rapid fatigue

• retinal dystrophy

If you and your children are right-handed, place the lamp so that it is on your left side.

If left-handed, then with the right. This will help avoid disturbing shadows when reading and writing.

The lamp itself should be positioned so that your face is in the shadow of the light of the lamp, but no further than 40-50 cm from the book you are reading.

This is adjustable by the height and bend of the tripod.

Short specimens below 35 cm will not distribute the light flux correctly.

Also remember a very important thing: the presence of a table lamp, no matter how powerful it is, in no way cancels out the general light.

That is, a chandelier or spotlights on the ceiling in a room must be lit. This is due to the physiological mechanism of our vision.

When it’s dark around, the pupil tends to expand to “absorb” more light. You turn on the lamp and at this very moment, the eye receives a very bright local beam, which falls directly on the retina.

This leads to irreversible changes. And general lighting:

• firstly, it constricts the pupil

• secondly, it allows you to reduce the power of the lamp itself

Table lamps for computer desk

In addition to all the options described above, for a computer or laptop you can use lamps that are connected not to a 220 V network, but to a USB port. If you have a USB expander/extension cable, a USB desk lamp for your desk can be connected to it. It can also be connected to the corresponding output on the laptop. There is the same output on the system unit, but it is usually located under the table, and there is nothing to illuminate there, so a USB extension cable is needed.

You can connect a small LED lamp to your laptop

Usually these are small LED lamps on a miniature flexible leg. The height of the leg is about 10-18 cm, the lampshade is also long and narrow. In length it can be comparable to a leg. But small sizes do not mean a bad choice. When working at a computer, you usually need to illuminate the keyboard, and for these purposes the indicated lamps are more than enough. A desktop USB lamp for your desk is convenient because it illuminates exactly the area that is needed.

USB cable connects here

USB lamps also work well to illuminate the work area on the table. But this area is small - a book, a notebook of the usual “school” format - this is the size of the light spot they are able to provide. Since the luminous element is long, the illuminated area of ​​the table has an oblong shape. It is very suitable for an unfolded book or notebook. In general, a convenient option for schoolchildren and students.

There are also desktop options, with attachment to the table

In addition to small USB lamps for keyboard illumination, there are quite large desk lamps. They connect to the same port on your computer or laptop. They usually come with a cord several meters long. It provides sufficient mobility. Mounting methods are all described above, but the light source is exclusively LEDs. After all, only LED technology produces a bright glow with low current consumption and low supply voltage. This desk lamp provides enough light without taking up much space. But it can only be powered from reduced voltage.

Sufficient lighting is important in any room: in the office, bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom and children's room. It is especially important in work areas in the evening, when there is not enough sunlight. Modern table lamps with mounts perfectly meet this need. And due to the wide variety of current models, they will fit perfectly into any interior.

Types of table lamps

Modern manufacturers produce lamps for a variety of purposes.

This could be table lighting for office space or home work at the computer, light for a nursery or a night light for a bedroom. Differences in functions imply different materials and costs, for example, it is easy to imagine a spectacular classic-style model with an elegant lampshade on the secretary in the living room, but it would be out of place at the table where a schoolchild is doing his homework.

Desk lamp

Depending on the overall design style of an office or study in an apartment, you can choose a light source of a conservative or, conversely, modern design. For example, for a modern setting, an option with glossy lampshades and chrome fittings is suitable:

If we are talking about use in office premises, then it is better to choose an option that does not provide a large flow of light, which will only disturb everyone around:

• name: Lussole Praha LST-4164-01;
• price: 1,190 rubles;
• characteristics: 60 W light bulb, metal lampshade and stand, polymer fittings;
• pros: the model is very compact, does not take up much space on the desktop and is available in three design options (blue, gray and black);
• cons: the use of an incandescent lamp does not correspond to modern energy consumption concepts.

For computer desk

The presence of a computer clearly determines that the lighting device must be of a modern style and design, and without archaic incandescent lamps:

• name: Arte Lamp Desk A5810LT;
• price: 1,690 rubles;
• characteristics: fluorescent light bulb 11 W, three colors to choose from (white, gray, black), metal fittings, plastic lampshade;
• pros: using the sliding bracket, you can conveniently adjust the illumination of the table surface;
• cons: not found.

You don’t have to pay a lot for something you like – by paying attention to promotions and other marketing events in online stores, you can buy a high-quality model relatively cheaply:

• name: Arte Lamp Flamingo A2250LT-1CC;
• price: 2,700 rubles with a 50 percent discount;
• characteristics: 40 W halogen lamp, fittings and lampshade material – chrome-plated metal;
• pros: original futuristic shape and economical operation;
• cons: ideally combined only with interior elements of the same style.

LED

When choosing a model for your bedroom, consider the LED option.

If you place such a lamp on your bedside table, there will be enough light from it for comfortable reading before bed:

• name: Pegasi 24103;
• price: 4,970 rubles;
• characteristics: LED light bulbs 45 pcs. x 0.07 W = 3.15 W, lampshade made of glass, fittings and stand made of silver metal;
• pros: spectacular modern design, long service life;
• cons: the light flow may be insufficient for large areas.

LED lamps are in most cases an innovative design that immediately reveals something from the third millennium in the model:

• name: Mantra On 3563;
• price: 12,238 rubles;
• characteristics: LED light bulb 6 W, stand – black plastic, shade made of matte polymer;
• pros: original design of a curved cylindrical shape, compact size (150 x 350 mm);
• cons: high price.

For schoolchildren

The best way to choose a lamp for a child’s room is to look through 5-6 specialized sites with your child, choosing the most suitable option:

• name: Ape 2804/1T;
• price: on promotion (-49%) – 3,349 rubles;
• characteristics: incandescent lamp 40 W, design stylized as a toy bee and flower;
• pros: a playful children's design will immediately arouse the child's sympathy;
• cons: the lack of a lampshade can create an abundance of light that is harmful to children's eyes.

Taking into account the fact that things in the nursery may have a short service life, it is better to choose an inexpensive table lamp:

• name: Marionetta T110012/1;
• price: 1,072 rubles;
• characteristics: incandescent lamp 40 W, pink fabric lampshade on a silver metal stand;
• pros: the characteristics of the model make it possible to use it as a night light;
• Cons: If handled with care, there are no disadvantages.

With table mount

If you want to buy a table lamp of this type, then the choice is made in favor of versatility. If desired, such a lamp can be rigidly fixed on different surfaces - shelves or window sills, significantly expanding the scope of its application:

• name: Costa 1997/1T;
• price: 1,679 rubles;
• characteristics: 60 W incandescent lamp, gray lampshade and black fittings made of metal;
• pros: on sale the model is positioned as a cheap table lamp with a convenient flexible armature;
• cons: the metal shade can get very hot during prolonged use.

An option for flexible fittings can be a rigid bracket made of a metal profile, making the entire structure look like an engineering drawing board:

• name: Brilliant Hobby 10802;
• price: 1,480 rubles on sale;
• characteristics: 60 W incandescent lamp, metal lampshade and fittings, four colors (white, black, blue, red);
• pros: if desired, you can use other types of light bulbs - compact fluorescent 10 W or LED 5 W;
• cons: with constant use, moving parts can quickly become loose.

Beautiful table lamps

Such a lamp by default cannot be too cheap, because it should look catchy and impressive:

• name: Arte Lamp Cozy A5199LT-1WH;
• price: 11,990 rubles;
• characteristics: incandescent lamp 60 W;
• pros: catchy classic design, combining a calm beige base color and shiny chrome finish;
• cons: from time to time the lampshade needs to be wiped clean from dust.

A decorative lamp does not have to be 2-3 times more expensive than other models. Today, manufacturers produce a large number of budget lamps:

• name: MW-Light Kelly 607030201;
• price: 1,070 rubles;
• characteristics: incandescent lamp 40 W;
• pros: elegant design in blue tones, combining a textile lampshade and a massive spherical base;
• cons: inexpensive price may scare off potential buyers.

For decorative lighting

These models can be separated into a separate category, because their task is not so much to illuminate the space, but to create a special decorative effect, for example, in the form of colored spots on the walls:

• name: projector lamp ULI-Q306;
• price: 1,375 rubles;
• characteristics: 4 W LED lamp, plastic shade and black metal fittings;
• advantages: creation of multi-colored illumination;
• cons: limited scope.

Decorative lighting can be used as an element of a festive atmosphere or as an accompaniment to a psychotherapeutic session. At home, the most suitable place for such a lamp is in the bedroom:

• name: Plasma 28011;
• price: 3,820 rubles;
• characteristics: 6 W LED lamp, transparent lampshade on a black polymer stand;
• pros: flickering light, can be used as a night light;
• cons: no possibility of bright lighting.

Design Features

A table lamp with a mount is a lighting device that performs practical and decorative functions. Like a classic lamp, this type has several main parts that ensure its uninterrupted operation - a support, a column, a housing, an artificial light source and a power cord.

The support, or, as it is also called, the base, is presented in the form of a clamp that secures the structure to the table or surface. A clamp is a fixation device consisting of a clamp and a fixed frame. Thanks to it, the lamp is attached to a table up to 6 centimeters thick. In a simplified version, the support can be made in the form of a large clothespin and can even be mounted on a wall.

The column of a table lamp with mount looks like a flexible leg connecting the base and the body. It allows you to change the direction of the light flux due to the mobility of the parts it consists of. The body is a bell that directs the light. It is made from glass, metal and plastic in various colors.

An artificial light source is the main component of any lighting device. LED, fluorescent and incandescent lamps can be used for lighting.

Energy-saving light bulbs, which are popular nowadays, have many advantages - they have a long service life, energy saving and compliance with modern requirements. All these qualities outweigh their high cost.

Almost always, a table lamp with a mount has a switch on the pole or power cord. Expensive models are made with a brightness adjustment mechanism. Because of this, there is a reduction in electricity consumption and, accordingly, a reduction in charges for it. And thanks to the smooth start-up, the durability of the entire structure increases.

LED table lamps: what they are (selection guide)

In this collection we will focus on such an ancient and basic household appliance as a table lamp.

This device originated long before electricity came to homes: table lamps were kerosene, or even simply a candlestick for a number of candles (depending on the wealth of the owner).

Then table lamps with electric light bulbs appeared, and now LED lighting has breathed a “second life” into these devices (or maybe even more than the second life): not only has their physical efficiency increased, but also new functionality has been added.

But the main component in their price is not the LEDs themselves.

Modern lighting LEDs have become such a mass product that they now cost extremely little; and the bulk of the cost of a table lamp is not the LEDs, but the mechanical part, as well as the electronics: controls, battery (if available) and, in some cases, additional functionality also contribute to the price.

The variety of technical solutions currently used can make the consumer very, very puzzled over the problem of choice.

As always, the consumer must first decide what he wants?

You need to pay attention to many details in lamps.

Mechanics : the height of the lamp and the possibility of adjusting it, the method of fastening (stand, clamp, clothespin), the ability to move and rotate the light source in different planes, the layout of the LEDs (spot light, line, large area (circle, rectangle, ring).

Lighting : brightness (power), the ability to adjust it (dimming), color temperature (cold light, neutral, warm), the ability to adjust color temperature.

Additional functionality : touch or “regular” control, presence of a battery, “Internet of Things” functionality, secondary functions (clock, thermometer, wireless charger, etc.).

LED table lamps can be purchased both on Chinese Internet sites and on Russian ones (for example, on Yandex.Market).

Product prices are indicated as of the date of review and are subject to change; in product references the abbreviations “AE” (Aliexpress) and “YAM” (Yandex.Market) are used.

Panasonic LED Table Lamp with Ring Shade

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Like many other Japanese and American brands, the Panasonic table lamp is made in China. What can you do: the time is now!

The lamp has a ring-shaped shade, partly implementing the principle of “shadowless lamps”, similar to surgical lamps.

The lamp has the ability to adjust the height of the lampshade and rotate it around its axis.

There is adjustment of brightness and color temperature; but the color temperature is adjustable only in two steps (3000K - warm light, or 4000K - soft white with a warm tint). It won't be enough, especially considering the price of the lamp.

The touch buttons, unfortunately, are written in Chinese; but there are pictograms that will free you from the need to learn Chinese.

Power is supplied from the supplied adapter with flat pins (an adapter is required).

Lamp power - 7 W.

The price for Aliexpress with delivery to Russia is about 5,100 rubles ($73), not cheap.

LED table lamp Era with ring-shaped shade

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Although this lamp belongs not to a Japanese, but to a Russian brand, it was made in the same place - in China.

The lamp also has a “shadowless” ring-shaped shade, but its mechanics are simpler.

The lamp uses a flexible gooseneck-type stand, and the shade can be rotated around its axis.

The control is touch-sensitive; in addition, the lamp can show time, calendar and temperature on a small display. There is also an alarm function.

Color temperature is adjustable (within 2700K - 6500K, five levels of adjustment).

Lamp power - 10 W; There is a brightness adjustment.

The price on Yandex.Market is about 3,500 rubles, but with strong fluctuations from different sellers.

Xiaomi COOWOO U1 LED table lamp with disc shade

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This desk lamp doesn't have color temperature adjustment, but it does have its niceties.

The color temperature of the lamp is fixed and is 4000K. There is a brightness adjustment.

The highlight of the lamp is the presence of a built-in 4000 mAh battery, thanks to which the lamp can not only work autonomously, but also charge other devices. This function may be useful for residents of settlements with unstable power supply; The lamp is also useful as a portable lighting device for working in places far from an electrical outlet.

Power to the lamp is supplied from a standard telephone “charger” with an output current of at least 2 A, but the “charger” must be your own: it is not included in the kit.

Lamp power - 3 W.

The lampshade is mounted on a flexible gooseneck-type stand, but not very high (about 30 cm).

Price - about 2200 rubles ($31.4).

Xiaomi Mi LED Desk Lamp MJTD01YL with linear shade

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Xiaomi products have long been available for purchase not only in China, but also in Russia. The lamp presented here also belongs to such products.

This table lamp has a simplified mechanical part, but advanced electronics.

The mechanics are made according to the principle of a barrier: the lampshade can only rise up or down at an angle.

But the electronic filling allows you to connect via Wi-Fi to the Smart Home system and work with some voice assistants, for example, with Alice. True, in reviews on Yandex.Market, users write that setting up these functions may not be elementary.

Lamp power - 6 W; brightness is adjustable.

The price on Yandex.Market is about 2,500 rubles.

LED table lamp with wireless smartphone charging

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Combining wireless charging with a desk lamp may not be the best solution, but if you're short on desk space, it can be quite useful.

The mechanics in this lamp are of average “sophistication”.

The lampshade can be rotated at significant angles relative to the rod, and the rod - relative to the base; but the lampshade cannot rotate around its axis.

Wireless charging power doesn't seem to be very strong; since the total power of the lamp and charging is 10 W.

It is possible to adjust both the brightness of the light and its color temperature (within 2800K - 5600K in 4 steps).

For power supply, a 5 V adapter with a current of at least 2 A is required (2.5 A is recommended; on the seller’s page you can order both with and without an adapter).

The price on Aliexpress is about 1500 rubles ($21.5) (without adapter).

LED table lamp with increased power and advanced mechanics

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This LED table lamp does not have the ability to connect to a smart home, wireless charging and other “add-ons”, but it does have two useful features: increased power and an interesting design in which “everything revolves around everything.”

The lamp power is 11 - 15 W (as it is indicated on the seller’s page), and sufficient power for this is provided by the included 12 V / 1.5 A adapter.

The lamp has the ability to adjust the color temperature (4 steps ranging from 2500K to 7000K).

Unfortunately, the brightness adjustment is quite crude - only five levels.

Price: about 3,400 rubles ($48).

Artpad LED Table Lamp with High Two-Piece Stand

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If the illuminated workspace is large, then standard lamps are not enough: you will need a lamp on a high stand.

This lamp is exactly that. Its stand is not only high, but also composed of two sections with variable geometry.

This lamp has several versions.

The most advanced and expensive version - with a remote control (RC), the ability to adjust the color temperature (3 gradations) and mounting on a massive stand.

The simplest and cheapest design is without a remote control, with clamp mounting and a fixed color temperature.

The greatest contribution to the price comes not from the remote control, but from the massive base; the price with a clamp is significantly lower.

Lamp power - 8 W with brightness adjustment; Power is supplied from the supplied 12 V / 1.2 A adapter.

Color temperature can be adjusted between 3000K - 6500K (3 steps).

Price - from 2700 to 5000 rubles ($38-70) depending on the design.

LED table lamp ArtStyle TL-402B with a high two-section stand

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This lamp also features an increased height of the stand, which also consists of two sections.

This lamp has advanced mechanics with an abundance of rotating joints. This design is very popular; and this lamp has many clones, for example under the name NATIONAL NL-82LED.

Lamp power is 10 W, brightness is adjustable.

The color temperature of the lighting is also adjustable from 3000K to 6300K (three steps).

There is a lamp option with clamp mounting.

The price on Yandex.Market is about 3,300 rubles with strong fluctuations from seller to seller.

Table LED lamp ERA NLED-460-14W-BK-S with a rectangular shade

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This lamp combines advanced mechanics with interesting touch controls.

The lamp stand can change its inclination relative to the base, and the lampshade can change relative to the stand; and the lampshade can also rotate around its axis.

In addition to the traditional control of brightness and color temperature, the backlight of the base, which to some extent plays the role of a night light, is also adjusted using touch control.

Lamp power - 14 W.

Color temperature can be adjusted in the range of 3000K - 6000K (three steps).

Power is supplied from the supplied adapter.

At the base of the lamp there is a USB connector for charging not very powerful mobile devices (5 V / 1 A).

The price on Yandex.Market is about 3,300 rubles with a wide range from seller to seller.

Inexpensive LED table lamp ERA NLED-462-10W-BK

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To conclude the selection, there is an answer to the question: “Are there inexpensive LED table lamps?!”

Yes, there are, but with the most minimal functionality. However, you can use it.

This lamp has simple mechanics, but still not a “barrier” type, but with two rotating joints.

There is brightness adjustment (only 3 steps); color temperature - fixed 3000K (warm white).

The price on Yandex.Market is about 1,250 rubles with a wide range (there is a chance to find it even cheaper).

In conclusion, it must be said that in fact there are many more design options for LED table lamps, but it is physically impossible to cover them all in one selection.

As for prices, the Yandex.Market service shows all available offers at once, while Aliexpress shows only one seller. Accordingly, a conscientious search can help you find possibly better deals on Aliexpress. Moreover, prices there change quite dynamically; and on June 15-22, 2020, Aliexpress is holding a “Summer Sale” (starts from 10:00 Moscow time on June 15, 2020) .

During the sale period, many sellers reduce prices by 2-5%; although it cannot be done without minor deception, when some sellers first raise the price, and then, under the guise of a discount, lower it to the previous level. Although this topic is for a separate study, and we will not delve into it here.

The last note is about labor protection.

Occupational safety guidelines prohibit working only with local lighting (i.e. only with a table lamp). If possible, it is advisable to turn on additional lighting in the room, at least small (overhead light or night light).

Varieties

Table lamps with mounts are the same in purpose, but vary in their appearance, design and color. This article will not let you get confused in the variety of modern models and will help you with your choice.

Power and voltage

Various luminaires are designed to operate the following types of light bulbs:

• LED;
• luminescent;
• incandescent lamps.

Typically, dim lamps with a power of 60 W are used, since table lighting devices are designed for spot illumination of the surface.

It is worth paying attention to the product labeling. It indicates the mains voltage. In most cases this is 220 V - such lamps are suitable almost everywhere. However, both 110 and 127 V are found. In this case, it may be necessary to power the device through a transformer.

Types of fastening

There are several types of mounting a table lamp support:

• clamp;
• pin;
• sucker;
• bracket.

The special design of the clamp allows you to firmly fix the device on the table. Thanks to its simple structure, even a child can install a lamp on a clothespin. Although it is easier to move it, unlike the first option. The suction cup is not the most popular type of fastening. It can withstand light weight, so the lamp on the suction cup serves, rather, for decorative functions.

But thanks to the bracket, the lamp can be hung on the wall next to the table. This option frees up the workspace and allows you to direct the light from above. But it is quite difficult to install: it requires the use of a drill, dowels and a building level.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of this design include:

• the ability to regulate the direction of the light flux due to the flexibility of the device;
• saving of working space due to the small size of the support and the possibility of mounting on the wall of some types;
• static mounting, which allows you not to be afraid of the lamp tipping over or falling;
• ease of construction;
• the ability to select the light bulb power for each type of lamp;
• long service life if the rules of use are followed;
• various design models.

The weaknesses of such lamps are:

• difficulty in masking the power cord;
• difficulty in installing the lamp on the bracket;
• significant weight of metal models;
• fragility of glass floor lamps.

Selection rules

The quality of lighting, the results of your work and your health depend on the choice of a table lamp with a mount. It's no secret that a properly selected lamp can create comfortable conditions for the eyes. This article will indicate the characteristics that you should pay attention to before purchasing a product.

The selection begins with determining the desired location of the lamp. Table lamps with mounts can be placed directly on the tabletop or on the wall above the work area. For the first case, lamps on a clamp, clothespin or suction cup are suitable. For the second - on a bracket.

The height of a good lamp is no more than 0.5 m from the surface. The light source should be above the monitor and to the left of the person. But if you write with your left hand, then vice versa, on the right. The power cord must be able to reach the outlet without dangling or being stretched. To do this, before going to the store, measure the length from the table to the outlet in the house.

The size of the desk affects the power of the lamp. Standard lamps operate in the range of 60 to 100 W. And the larger the surface you need to illuminate, the more power you will need. However, a 100W incandescent lamp can become very hot and damage the housing.

It is better to choose a spherical or conical shape for the floor lamp, the main thing is that the light bulb does not extend beyond its limits. These types create the necessary dispersion, do not put pressure on the eyes and do not cause fatigue. And the most pleasant colors for the body are light green and white. They are especially suitable for schoolchildren, as they will calm and relax.

The quality of the device is not something you can skimp on. For a high price you get comfort, reliability and preserve your health. The easiest way to determine the quality of a lamp is by the stability of the socket.

Ask to screw in the light bulb and connect it. If the lamp works properly and meets the qualities discussed above, then you can buy it.

Design options for table lamps

Table lamps are available in various design options. According to their purpose, they are usually divided into:

• household (office);
• office;
• decorative.

By type of support:

• on a fixed base;
• on a flexible support or bracket.

By type of base:

• with support platform;
• with a clamp or clothespin.

Most table lamps have a regular stand (base), which cannot be firmly fixed to the table. All that is required from the owner is to connect the lamp to the power supply and simply place it on the table. The disadvantage of this type is its relatively low stability, which is determined by the location of the center of gravity. If the body is made of metal and has a massive base, then the mobility of the source relative to the support increases somewhat.

Table lamps with a fastening mechanism allow you to fix the base of the lamp, while increasing the mobility of the light source. They can be installed directly above the object of work, without bringing the base closer and without moving any objects on the table. This is the advantage of table lamps on a clamp or clothespin - the fulcrum point can be located at a considerable distance (or not at all on the table top), which means additional usable space for the desktop.

Interesting! There are also support structures that can be attached to the wall. They are convenient, do not take up even a minimum of space on the lid, but are completely unsuitable for tables located far from the wall. If there is no vertical plane nearby that can become a supporting platform for the lamp, a lamp of this type will be useless.

Installation

After choosing and purchasing a table lamp with a mount, you need to attach it to the table. Installation of the model on a clamp is carried out after general assembly in the following order:

• choose the installation location;
• install the lamp on the tabletop;
• spread the clamp and place it between the edges of the table;
• holding the lamp, tighten the screw until it is securely fastened;
• screw in the light bulb;
• point the lampshade at the table;
• Connect the lighting fixture to a power source.

Table lamps with various types of mounts have become very popular in recent years. Buyers immediately appreciated the compactness of this lighting fixture. Ease of use, practicality, long service life are also characteristic qualities of these lamps. They combine functionality and beauty. Thanks to a wide variety of colors and styles, these models are a great addition to any interior.

In the next video, watch a review of one of the functional table lamps with a mount.

It is impossible to overestimate the role of good lighting when working at a desk. A table lamp mounted to a table is necessary both for a schoolchild doing homework and for the director of a small or large enterprise solving financial and other issues. There is a lot of similar electrical equipment in stores, so below we talk about the main features of the device and what to look for before purchasing.

Main conclusions

A table lamp that can be attached to a table has greater capabilities compared to conventional samples. The main advantage is stability, the ability to take any position without having to move the base. This provides a noticeable saving in desk space and allows you to freely use accessories, gadgets or devices necessary for work.

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Design Features

A table lamp is a separate category of lighting fixtures, which are divided into conventional ones (can be moved freely on the surface of the furniture) and those mounted to the table. The devices perform two functions simultaneously - they illuminate the work area and act as interior decoration. Structurally, the table lamp is similar to the classic product.

We list the main components of the device:

• base;
• flexible stand (tube);
• reinforced body;
• insulated power cord;
• light source (light bulb, LED strip).

Usually the base is made in the form of a clamp, with the help of which the device is installed on the table surface. The element guarantees a strong fastening of the lamp and consists of a fixed part and a clamp. On average, each table lamp is designed to be fixed to a table no more than 6 cm thick. If the tabletop has large dimensions, then when choosing, look for products with the appropriate parameters.

There are other mounting options. For example, a base in the form of a clothespin. More mobile equipment that can be moved from place to place and even installed on a wall.

Between the base and the body there is a flexible leg (stand), thanks to which you can freely change the direction of the light flux. Also, a special bell (floor lamp), made of plastic, glass or metal, is responsible for the direction of radiation. The assortment has been significantly diversified due to a variety of color solutions, the choice of which depends solely on the individual preferences of the buyer.

Conventional incandescent lamps or LED/fluorescent analogues are used as lamps. Very popular in this regard are “housekeepers” with a long service life, efficiency and compliance with applicable standards and requirements. By the way, do not try to chase efficiency - the main thing is that there is enough lighting for high-quality work at the desk.

Finally, almost every table mount light comes with a switch located on the power cord or the back of the base.

Types of fastening

Above we listed two types of support fastening, but in fact four are known at once - a clamp, a clothespin, a suction cup and a bracket. Let us indicate the features of each:

1. The clamp is used to securely fix the device to the countertop. Remember the old meat grinders, which were attached to the edge of the table, clamping it from above and below, while a screw was tightened from below.
2. The “clothespin” fastening is so simple in design that even a small child can attach such a device. This option is characterized by mobility, thanks to which it can be installed on office furniture.
3. Not all manufacturers use suction cups, since such a design is not able to withstand heavy weight loads. If such a lamp is worth using, it is only for decorative purposes.
4. Using a bracket, the lamps can be installed on the wall near which the table is located. This option will save even more work surface on the table and direct the light from top to bottom. Installing a lamp on a wall is a labor-intensive process that requires special tools and additional materials (drill, dowels and level).

Light on the desktop

Greetings, friends! Today I want to share with you some thoughts on how to organize the right lighting around your workplace. What to consider when choosing table lamps for your computer desk. The question is very relevant, as it seems to me, because if you do not organize the correct lighting, you can greatly deteriorate your vision.

Modern people spend a lot of time behind a computer screen. Many people neglect lighting their workplace and sit in semi-darkness. This is especially important to consider when it comes to a child. When working with a computer, it is very important to have additional lighting (overhead light) that will illuminate the keyboard area and table surface. And here you can’t do without a table lamp. But let’s figure it out which lamp to choose.

A computer desk has limited space, so placing a lamp on a stand next to the monitor is not suitable. Here we will give preference to a device with a special mount.

Frame

The body (floor lamp, lampshade) is made from various materials. The assortment was diversified with numerous color solutions. However, when choosing, you need to focus exclusively on the material of manufacture - metal, fabric, plastic or glass.

Metal products, as a rule, are the most practical and durable, increasing the reliability and strength of the equipment as a whole, but increasing the overall weight. On the other hand, lightweight and “toy” plastic devices are characterized by low cost, but are very fragile compared to a glass floor lamp. The latter, just like all the others, can be painted in any color. There are no purely fabric floor lamps. Usually a metal frame is taken, which is covered with one or two layers of selected textiles.

Power and voltage

Table lamps can be powered by LED, fluorescent or incandescent lighting sources. In the case of the latter, lamps with a power of no more than 60 W are usually used, since for spot illumination of a desktop, more is not needed. Do not forget that to obtain the same radiation intensity when choosing LED or fluorescent lamps, you need to choose devices of much lower power (several times).

Also carefully study the markings on the product packaging (or on the lamp itself), which indicates the supply voltage. Most of the lamps presented in the assortment are powered from a 220 V network. However, from time to time you can come across light sources for a 110 or 120 V network. To connect this device, you will need a step-down transformer, which will increase the cost of lighting for a desk. On the other hand, a table lamp can have such a transformer and generate a lower voltage.

Norms and rules for working surface lighting

Work surface lighting is very important, and it must follow certain rules so that the level of light that enters is at a sufficient level to comfortably carry out various tasks. This is especially important when chalk and painstaking work is done at the desktop, drawings, drawings, and plans are drawn. So a table LED lamp must be quite powerful, functional and able to work for a long time, every day.

For standard desk work, the light level should be between two and three hundred kelvins per square meter of surface. For small work and drawing, this figure should be four hundred and above, depending on the height of the table lamp and the type of light source used.

It is strictly forbidden to use mirror elements in the design of the device, a glossy finish, too easily soiled or, on the contrary, variegated colors that will irritate the eyes. The mirror surface, in turn, will constantly dazzle and put unnecessary strain on the eyes of a working person, which will undoubtedly affect their health.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of table-mounted lamps are countless. However, the main thing is the ability to independently adjust the direction of the glow due to the flexible leg. This is a lightweight device with a static mount that prevents the device from tipping over or falling off the table.

Among other advantages of desktop models, we highlight the saving of space on the table. The devices intended for desk furniture are made as compact as possible, and some can be installed on the wall (as mentioned above). The base of the table lamp has minimal dimensions, while allowing the use of a light bulb of the required power.

The lamps are manufactured in various designs. The presented assortment will allow you to choose the most suitable options for a specific interior. Proper operation will ensure the longevity of the device.

Still, these lamps have their drawbacks:

• there is no way to hide the power cable from the device;
• glass and plastic floor lamps are very fragile, and metal ones are heavy;
• Mounting lamps with brackets on the wall requires special skills and abilities.

Advantages and disadvantages of lamps that are attached to the tabletop

Rigidly attaching the lamp to the table has a number of advantages:

• the light is adjusted in the most successful way, taking into account the work being performed and the characteristics of a person’s vision;
• stability, no danger of the lamp falling from the table due to careless movement;
• the ability to adjust the position of the lamp shade within a wide range without worrying about the location of the center of gravity;
• the table surface is free and allows you to more conveniently place various accessories, a computer keyboard and mouse, drawing or computing devices;
• The design of most lamps allows you to install the lampshade at any point above the table surface, providing the most convenient lighting mode.

There are also disadvantages:

• rigid mounting does not allow you to simply move the lamp if necessary;
• the greater the range of movement of the lampshade, the higher the load on the supporting structure, which quickly leads to its destruction;
• such structures can only be installed on the edge of the table top, which is inconvenient if you need to place large objects on it;
• You always have to remember about the power cord and fasten it to the table so as not to tear it off if you move it carelessly.

The main advantage is considered to be stability and strength of fixation on the supporting plane. At the same time, it is not necessary to attach the lamp specifically to the table. The design allows you to use any plane for this, both horizontal and vertical.

The main thing is that the length of the bracket allows you to adjust the position of the lampshade in the most convenient way. One of the most convenient options is a wall-mounted lamp, which does not take up space on the work surface and allows you to use large accessories.

Recommendations for selection

After studying the design features of the devices, you can begin to consider recommendations for their selection. Design is an important criterion, since massive table lamps will only fit harmoniously into the interior of a room decorated in a retro style. For everything else, look for more modern, smaller designs.

Before purchasing, be guided by three fundamental rules:

1. Maximum ease of use.
2. Guaranteed performance of available functions.
3. Saving desk space.

Convenience

Modern table lamps with mounts will be convenient when used on desks or computer desks, which is made possible thanks to some design features. The stand can be rigid (tripod) or flexible (leg).

Flexible tube

The cavity of the flexible tube is filled with wires that supply power to the light bulb. It is made of thin plastic or metal. Externally, the metal tube resembles a hose that supplies water to the shower head. The function of these devices is the same: the lamp leg sets the direction of the light flow, and the watering can hose sets the water flow.

Before purchasing, feel the device and make sure that the leg bends without much effort, while maintaining the desired shape, without sagging under the load of the upper part of the lamp. Quality fixtures can be aimed so that the light falls in front of you, up, to the side or down.

Tripod

Consists of two main parts. Both parts are rigid, but a rotating mechanism is used to connect them. To change the direction of the light flux, you need to move the lamp. Two parts of the tripod, connected by a screw (there may even be three of them), can change position relative to each other. The steering device is used to connect the tripod to the floor lamp, which expands the possibilities of changing the direction of the light (just turn the cap).

Mobility

Such lamps are equipped with special mechanisms that allow you to change the direction of light, so it is absolutely not necessary to move them along the surface of the furniture. Be sure to secure the lamp, this will provide many benefits. Do this regardless of the installed fastening element - a clamp, clothespin, bracket or suction cup.

Even in the case of a clamp, it is always possible to unscrew the screw connection and move the lamp from place to place. Assembling a lamp with a clothespin is much easier.

Shade

When choosing a lampshade or floor lamp, you need to pay attention to the color and material of manufacture. The color is chosen depending on the interior of the room and the design of the table, but there are certain recommendations for the selection of material:

• metal floor lamps are suitable for any surface;
• It is better to install an appropriate lampshade on a plastic tabletop;
• glass ones will look good on wood and steel surfaces.

Choosing a lamp

A table lamp is a fairly simple device, so any specific instructions will be superfluous. Everyone has their own goals and objectives, however, there are basic criteria that should be adhered to in any case:

• comfort, ease of use;
• capabilities that conventional types of lamps do not have;
• saving space.

In addition, there are several important points that must be taken into account when choosing the optimal lamp design. Let's look at them in more detail.

Convenience

The lampshade can be moved to any point as far as the tripod (leg) allows. If the need arises, the lamp can be raised above the table, the lampshade moved to the side, or even moved to another place. At the same time, at any time the source can be placed at the most convenient point, providing effective illumination.

A tube

The flexible tube can take any position, which increases the capabilities of the lamp and gives it a greater degree of freedom and mobility. An additional convenience is the ability to hide the wires inside the tube, providing them with protection from external influences or damage.

Tripod

Designs with two or three sections, as a rule, allow you to change the position of the source within a wider range.