Residential Installation

Retrofit Downlight Swap Checker

Check basic cut-out, dimming, and energy-use differences when replacing an existing downlight with an LED fitting.

Inputs

Results

Estimated power reduction -- %
Cut-out fits stated range --
Basic control compatibility --
Installation review required --
Calculation details
Estimated power reduction
-- %
Cut-out fits stated range
--
Basic control compatibility
--
Installation review required
--
Important notes
  • Compare lumen output, colour, beam, dimming range, driver location, thermal/insulation requirements, and fire or acoustic provisions, not power alone.
  • Electrical, fire, thermal, and Australian installation requirements require qualified review; this checker does not certify compliance.

Formulas

  • \(\displaystyle \mathrm{Power\ reduction} = \frac{P_{\mathrm{old}} - P_{\mathrm{new}}}{P_{\mathrm{old}}} \times 100\%\)
  • \(\displaystyle \mathrm{Fit} = D_{\min} \leq D_{\mathrm{existing}} \leq D_{\max}\)
  • Replacement suitability depends on the complete product, ceiling, control, thermal, and electrical context.

Check basic cut-out, dimming, and energy-use differences when replacing an existing downlight with an LED fitting.

Retrofit Downlight Swap Checker is a planning aid. Keep the target source, product data, measurement method, and project assumptions with the result. Confirm compliance, installation, certification, and safety decisions with the responsible professional.