This video will show you how to change the G9 socket in your Z-lite fixture. You will need a pair of needle nose pliers, a #2 Phillips screwdriver, and a replacement G9 socket.
Hello Corrie, I'm sure if you twist the wire very tight and use care, then you will be able to do it with a stranded cable. I have not had to do it personally, but I'm sure I could if I had to. We haven't used ferrule fittings, so I can't say whether or not it would work. As long as the tip is small enough to fit the hole, then it shouldn't be a problem.
Did you just replace a G9 with a new G9? I have a fixture with these that was on an old dimmer and they burnt out quickly with lots of flickering. I just swapped the dimmer for a regular switch and thought that would solve the issue because the dimmer box was designed for incandescent lights only. But my flickering problem persists. Can I replace the G9 socket with something different? Replacing the light isn’t really an option as it’s newer (aka not in the budget).
For me it's a table lamp which is flickering when it decides to work. I want to replace the cable and remove the push switch in case that's what's causing it. If that doesn't work I'll replace the G9. I would like to put an E 14 or E 27 in but the lamp shade is a glass globe, the bulbs wouldn't fit inside it. I'm not a fan the G9's, they seem temperamental. It started playing up just after the warranty.
I want to add smart capability to four outdoor (wet-rated) wall sconces that take G9 bulbs. I don't have room in my switch box to add a smart dimmer (all four lights are wired to a single siamese-triplet rocker switch). Can I replace the G9 sockets with candelabra sockets? There are smart bulbs available for candelabra base, but I haven't seen any for G9. Other suggestions welcome... Thanks!
Hey Mike, Assuming that there is enough space inside the fixture for the larger sockets and bulbs, then this is totally fine to do. G9's tend to run significantly hotter than candelabra, so heat should not be a concern. You'll just want to make sure that the existing gauge of wire is suitable for the new sockets. Because your fixture is using G9 bulbs, there is a chance that it also uses a transformer (rectangular box that is usually white or black with wires going in and out). If your fixture does have one, then you'll want to remove it when you switch over to candelabra.
Hi. I would like to make my own lamp with G9 bulbs and sockets. It looks like there is no transformer. Is that correct? My shade is the size of a tea cup and I would like to put the bulb and socket directly in to the output (don't know the correct word) of 220v. Is that possible?
Hello Heidi, You are correct, there is typically no transformer involved. I don't generally work with 220V, so my knowledge of it is limited. What I do know is that you will want to make sure that your socket and wire is rated to handle 220V. You will also need to make sure that the bulb you are using is 220V compatible. From what I understand, 220V compatible bulbs are common in Europe but not so much in North America. So in short, your project is possible, but you will want to make sure that you are using the correct materials.
Can I still turn the light fixture on with wires in one bulb hole exposed (not connected to socket)because the other two lights on the fixture are intact?. This socket has the wires exposed since the socket came off.
Hey RR, My official answer is absolutely not. Doing this would be dangerous as it will cause a fire hazard. If you are going to do it anyway, be sure to wrap both of the exposed wires with electrical tape to ensure that the exposed wires are unable to touch each other or the fixture.
Good morning dB How, It really depends on the fixture. If you're going to try it, the first thing is to make sure the breaker is turned off to prevent injury to yourself. You do not want to attempt this when power is still running to the fixture. The next obstacle will be the wires. Taking the fixture down allows you to push the wires from the back in case they get snagged inside the fixture. If the fixture design allows you to move the wires freely, then you should have no problem.
Hello Andrew, With the socket that I am using in this video, it does not. However, some sockets will have multiply connection points for the black and white wires. If the socket you are using is one of these then you will want to insert the black wires into the holes marked with an "L", and the white wires into the spot marked with an "N". Generally, the socket will only have the "L" or "N" marking when it is marked, not both.
I have some g9 sockets in lights that don't work properly. If I tap bulb or wiggle it, it works. Then 5 min later it stops working. Is the socket worn? Do I need to replace the socket? If so where is the best place to find? Thx
Hello Joe, It does sound like the connection in your socket is going. A fix that I've used in the past is to spread the prongs on the bulb out a bit so that it can make a better connection. As for a replacement, my go-to for parts like this is Amazon. They have lots of options in one spot, and pictures to help compare the socket to the one that you're trying to replace. If the fixture was purchased from a lighting store, then they might also be able to reach out to the supplier to see if they can help.
@@davidkeating1379 Hello David, That is correct. You want to spread them apart like you're trying to make a V with the prongs. Just be careful not to spread them too far apart otherwise, you risk breaking the bulb. Anytime that I've had to do it, I do it by hand.
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Good! The only one video in the world that demonstrates to insert cables, with pressure, in. Thanks!
I agree. The other video is an example of uselessness.
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Thank you for this....have you ever done this with stranded cable? Can it be done without tinning the ends? Would a ferrule fit? Thanks
Hello Corrie,
I'm sure if you twist the wire very tight and use care, then you will be able to do it with a stranded cable. I have not had to do it personally, but I'm sure I could if I had to. We haven't used ferrule fittings, so I can't say whether or not it would work. As long as the tip is small enough to fit the hole, then it shouldn't be a problem.
Did you just replace a G9 with a new G9? I have a fixture with these that was on an old dimmer and they burnt out quickly with lots of flickering. I just swapped the dimmer for a regular switch and thought that would solve the issue because the dimmer box was designed for incandescent lights only. But my flickering problem persists. Can I replace the G9 socket with something different? Replacing the light isn’t really an option as it’s newer (aka not in the budget).
did you ever change it, i want to replace mine with a E27 socket
For me it's a table lamp which is flickering when it decides to work. I want to replace the cable and remove the push switch in case that's what's causing it. If that doesn't work I'll replace the G9. I would like to put an E 14 or E 27 in but the lamp shade is a glass globe, the bulbs wouldn't fit inside it. I'm not a fan the G9's, they seem temperamental. It started playing up just after the warranty.
I want to add smart capability to four outdoor (wet-rated) wall sconces that take G9 bulbs. I don't have room in my switch box to add a smart dimmer (all four lights are wired to a single siamese-triplet rocker switch). Can I replace the G9 sockets with candelabra sockets? There are smart bulbs available for candelabra base, but I haven't seen any for G9. Other suggestions welcome... Thanks!
Hey Mike,
Assuming that there is enough space inside the fixture for the larger sockets and bulbs, then this is totally fine to do. G9's tend to run significantly hotter than candelabra, so heat should not be a concern. You'll just want to make sure that the existing gauge of wire is suitable for the new sockets. Because your fixture is using G9 bulbs, there is a chance that it also uses a transformer (rectangular box that is usually white or black with wires going in and out). If your fixture does have one, then you'll want to remove it when you switch over to candelabra.
Hi. I would like to make my own lamp with G9 bulbs and sockets. It looks like there is no transformer. Is that correct? My shade is the size of a tea cup and I would like to put the bulb and socket directly in to the output (don't know the correct word) of 220v.
Is that possible?
Hello Heidi,
You are correct, there is typically no transformer involved. I don't generally work with 220V, so my knowledge of it is limited. What I do know is that you will want to make sure that your socket and wire is rated to handle 220V. You will also need to make sure that the bulb you are using is 220V compatible. From what I understand, 220V compatible bulbs are common in Europe but not so much in North America. So in short, your project is possible, but you will want to make sure that you are using the correct materials.
Can I still turn the light fixture on with wires in one bulb hole exposed (not connected to socket)because the other two lights on the fixture are intact?. This socket has the wires exposed since the socket came off.
Hey RR,
My official answer is absolutely not. Doing this would be dangerous as it will cause a fire hazard.
If you are going to do it anyway, be sure to wrap both of the exposed wires with electrical tape to ensure that the exposed wires are unable to touch each other or the fixture.
Is it possible to replace the socket without removing the entire fixture? I have a light that has one failing socket.
Good morning dB How,
It really depends on the fixture. If you're going to try it, the first thing is to make sure the breaker is turned off to prevent injury to yourself. You do not want to attempt this when power is still running to the fixture. The next obstacle will be the wires. Taking the fixture down allows you to push the wires from the back in case they get snagged inside the fixture. If the fixture design allows you to move the wires freely, then you should have no problem.
Hi Does it matter which wire goes where ?
Hello Andrew,
With the socket that I am using in this video, it does not. However, some sockets will have multiply connection points for the black and white wires. If the socket you are using is one of these then you will want to insert the black wires into the holes marked with an "L", and the white wires into the spot marked with an "N". Generally, the socket will only have the "L" or "N" marking when it is marked, not both.
I have some g9 sockets in lights that don't work properly. If I tap bulb or wiggle it, it works. Then 5 min later it stops working. Is the socket worn? Do I need to replace the socket? If so where is the best place to find? Thx
Hello Joe,
It does sound like the connection in your socket is going. A fix that I've used in the past is to spread the prongs on the bulb out a bit so that it can make a better connection.
As for a replacement, my go-to for parts like this is Amazon. They have lots of options in one spot, and pictures to help compare the socket to the one that you're trying to replace. If the fixture was purchased from a lighting store, then they might also be able to reach out to the supplier to see if they can help.
@@z-litefixturehelp51 Which way do you spread the prongs? Make the distance between the two prongs wider at the bottom?
@@davidkeating1379 Hello David,
That is correct. You want to spread them apart like you're trying to make a V with the prongs. Just be careful not to spread them too far apart otherwise, you risk breaking the bulb. Anytime that I've had to do it, I do it by hand.
Hey, can u just replace thé G9 socket with a GU10 socket?
Yes, you can. However, your shade that was intended for a G9 may not fit over the GU10.