On normal electrical boxes, screws are usually 6-32... this being a bit light for a fan, also expect 8-32 or 10-32. Ground screws are 10-32.27 ago 2017
What size are lamp shade nuts?
8-32 - 5/32" outside diameter, used as holder screws with some glass shades. 1/4-27 - 7/32" outside diameter, used on tops of lamp harps & most lamp finials. 1/8 IP-27 - 3/8" outside diameter.
What size are crossbar screws?
8-32
What is a light escutcheon?
The Escutcheon is a rectangular light fixture with a metal plate. The lighting fixture can be ceiling or wall mounted and is UL listed.
What makes up a light fixture?
A light fixture (US English), light fitting (UK English), or luminaire is an electrical device containing an electric lamp that provides illumination. All light fixtures have a fixture body and one or more lamps. The lamps may be in sockets for easy replacement—or, in the case of some LED fixtures, hard-wired in place.
What are luminaries in light?
A luminaire is a complete lighting unit, comprised of a light source (lamp or lamps), together with the parts that distribute the light, position and protect the lamps, and connect the lamps to the power supply. The luminaire's function is to direct light to appropriate locations, without causing glare or discomfort.
What size are lamp nipples?
1/8 IPS Threaded Rod (Fully Threaded Pipe Nipples) This threaded rod is the most common size in the lighting industry.
What are lamp threads?
Lamp thread IPS is straight or parallel threads, equals the same as NPS National Pipe Straight threads. Slip is with no threads at all. Taps make female threads, dies make male threads. A reducer allows you to reduce the size of a female thread.4 may 2020
What is the fitter size on a shade?
The fitter is the outer diameter of the lip which is inserted into the fixture's shade holder. This will measure a little less than the fitter size so it can fit into the shade holder of the same measurement. The height of a glass shade is taken from the base of the fitter lip to the bottom of the shade.