2022 Complete Guide of magnetic track lighting system

Magnetic track lighting is a subdivision of track lighting. It’s a method of lighting where light fixtures are attached anywhere on a continuous track device which contains electrical conductors. This is in contrast to directly routing electrical wiring to individual light positions. Tracks can either be mounted to ceilings or walls, lengthwise down beams, or crosswise across rafters or joists. They can also be hung with rods from especially high places like vaulted ceilings.

Magnetic is the main feature, which means led lighting module fixed on the track by the magnetism of the magnet. It’s different from locked by the conventional 2/3/4 contract.The conductive parts in the luminaire are in elastic contact with the conductive strips in the track body, supply power to the lamps. This not only provides greater convenience in installation but also enriches the types of track lighting.

A system means a group of interacting or interrelated elements that act according to a set of rules to form a unified whole. So, it’s not only include luminaries.

From the understanding of the name-magnetic track lighting system, several features showing:

2. Magnetic. Easy installation, reduce the labor working time and cost.

3.It’s a subdivision of track lighting, so main functional is lighting. But compared with traditional lighting, there is no main lighting.

Why and how does it come?

According to online data, the earliest videos and documents of magnetic tracking come from the running magnet aluminum profile series released by Flos worldwide 8 years ago. Flos company has 60 years history. They are new languages of light, cultural ones. Happy and proud that they merge technology and emotion, and create amazing lighting systems. When we use them, don't forget the philosophy they created - integrate light into architecture and nature. Bringing a sophisticated, poetic sensibility.

1.2 How does the tracking magnet work?

The working principle of the magnetic track system is the same as a track lighting system. The tracking profile is mounted on the ceiling or wall. There is a long iron sheet at the bottom of the track rail fixed inside, which is used to stick spotlights. Copper rails are fixed on 2 sides of the track for electrifying. Track head on lamps with magnetic which is sticky on track profiles. 4 copper sheets on the track head connect with 4 copper rails on the track to keep electrifying.

Add a power feed-in on the end of the track rail system, then connect with the Mean well power supply to make AC110V/ AC220V home use electrical transfer to DC48V working with light modules. If dimming system, you need a dimmer. If Tuya smart intelligent system, the Tuya gateway is necessary. Dali system needs DALI lamps and DALI controller, compatible work with Tridonic, Osram, CASAMBL, LUNATONE, Philips, KNX system, Helvar, Hedong system, and so on.

1.3 The benefits of the magnet track, why magnetic light track is welcome by architectural lighting designers?

Free combination, flexibility, and creativity: Designers can flexibly match the type and quantity of modules according to different space.

Diversification: Variety of lighting sources. Such as downlights, spotlights, grille lights, floodlights, pendant lights, wall washer lights, etc. Each module is suitable for certain applications.

No main lighting design style is gradually loved by designers under the popularity of the minimalist design style. Generally speaking, no main lighting design is achieved by embedded downlights or decoration strip lighting, which means impossible to achieve without a ceiling. But the magnetic track lighting system solved this problem. As surface-mounted track rails appeared.

Safety: DC48V/24V low-voltage products are safe to touch.

Easy maintenance and repair: When light modules broken, just remove the lighting and add a new modules. It is also very convenient to redesign if want to change the decoration style.

Magnetic lighting comes with no main lighting. Compared to traditional lighting, it looks simpler and more harmonious. Creativity and flexibility give the designer more room for imagination.Traditional main lighting-Main decoration lighting on center of room

picture modern magnetic lighting-No main lighting, more simpler picture.

2. What does the whole tracking system contain?

Download catalog

2.3 Magnetic tracking accessories

Magnet tracking system connection and installation acessories

Bracket

Cable Kits

Suspension rod Kits

2.4 Matching power supply

Mean well power suppy 100w/ 150w/ 200w/ 350w/ 450w/ 600w/ 1000w

2.5 Accessories and touch dimmer panels for smart dimming system

3.1 Classification according to working voltage

Low working voltage DC48V and DC24V, most popular in market.

DC24V PoE Lighting- New Arrival PoE magnetic track lighting system

High working voltage AC110V, AC220V.

3.2 Classification by track size

M15 slim track rail

3.3 Classification according to track conduction mode - side conduction and bottom conduction

Side powered 2-wire track system

Side powered 4-wire track system

Bottom powered 2-wire track system

3.4 Classification according to whether the power supply is built-in or external

Magnetic lightings with internal power supply

Magnetic lightings with external power supply

3.5 Classification by function

Regular, turn on/ off function

1-10v dimming

Dali Dimming

Tuya app control

What is difference between 0-10v dimming, triac dimming, PWM dimming and dali dimming?

4. How to check the quality of led lighting system products

4.1 Track rail comparison

Track rail thickness

Conductive rail material and shape

Conductive rail thickness

Conductive rail process

Track rail process

4.4 Power Supply brand

The quality of the power supply directly determines the life of the lamp. The power supply its own brand or an international brand. MEAN WELL International Brand, EMC, UL, CB, CE declaration and UK declaration. Most internal power supply is self-made without certificates.

4.5 If you can't identify quality, buy a sample to test

Seeing is believing, check out the sensitive touch magnetic tracking demo case video.

For refurbished buildings, surface mounting track rail installation is more suitable. If you want to embed rails need to check the ceiling structure and size.

5.1 How to choose a magnetic track system for commercial buildings?

For commercial buildings, the height of the ceiling is generally 5-10 meters. M35 commercial bigger track size is more popular. Buildings have a high requirement of power for lighting, power loading of track rails, magnet attraction level, the conductivity of copper wires, and the lifespan of track rails and lamps. Considering high repair and maintenance costs, they prefer high quality and no failure products.

5.2 How to choose a magnetic rail system for home decoration projects?

5.3 How to choose suitable led lighting, track rail and accessories? Where to use for different light module?

Below video maybe helpful for the selection of lamps for different application scenarios.

10. Magnetic track lighting manufacturer FAQs

10.1 Can you offer a sample box to check the quality of the product?

Yes, please check demo case for quality checking and display to your client as portable.

10.2 Can be customized logo on the product?

Yes, free customized company logo print on light modules.

10.3 Which color available for magnet track rail and lighting modules?

Black and white color is available, other color can be customized if request.

10.4 How many lamps are suitable for one meter track rail?

Generally speaking, 2-3pcs led lightings is recommended. Keep 20w-30w per meter.

10.5 Will the magnetic light module fall off after using it for a long time? How long is the product warranty?

Magnetic lamps won't fall off as we used permanent magnets. Magnetism won’t lost.

Tracking rail profile warranty 10 years, lamps 3-5 years.

10.6 I see some other manufacturer used block to fix led lamps on track rail, is that safer?

No, it is psychologically safer.Block design will reduce cost.The main feature of the magnetic track system is magnetism. If no magnet, what’s different with traditional track lighting system?

Magnets can be divided into "permanent magnets" and "non-permanent magnets". Permanent magnets can be natural products, also known as magnets. Non-permanent magnets are only magnetic under certain conditions.

10.7 How do I select spare parts to ensure that entire project runs smoothly and safely?

Depending on the size of the project and how often the accessories are used, normally 3%-5% back up.

10.8 DC48V magnetic lamp better than DC24V? AC110V/AC220V magnetic products safe?

DC48V is most common use and no voltage drop compare with DC24V system.

AC110V/AC220V magnetic products are safe if design is reasonable.

10.9 Your track lighting modules can be combined with other companies' products? Or apply to your track rail?

Our track lights are generally suitable for use on our tracks. It can be replaced if you can find the same size.

Tip: Every manufacturer’s product is different, contact your sales representative for replacement.

10.10 What is the ideal distance from the wall to tracks?

There is no special requirement, 0.8-1 meters is recommended.

If there is art on the wall, adjust it according to specific project requirements.

10.11 Is there anything disadvantages using magnetic track system?

Expensive than traditional track lighting.

10.12 How long is your delivery time？

Track rails are ready to ship, lamps delivery time 7-10 working days.