80mm & 85mm cut out downlights

[dbaplaya]

need to replace some downlights in kitchen and laundry. Phoned local electrical shop who said I would be fine with 72mm cut outs. Wont the springs be too far from the edges?

 

[Taylortwocities]

Err no. If the downlights need 80 and 85mm holes then a 72 cut out will be TOO small!

If the hole is too big then the bezel will not cover the gap and it will look just awful.

Or are the holes already there and are 80-85mm?

If so, but some lights that are big enough for the existing holes

 

[dbaplaya]

whats what i thought but he was adement it would be ok. Ive just taken a 75mm fitting from outside to double check and it just slips in the hole.

Anyone recommend a fitting to use?
thanks

 

[Taylortwocities]

Just google downlight 85mm cutout.

I did and got 134,000 hits. Like this

http://www.discount-electrical.co.u...-95mm---recess-depth--144mm---cut-out----85mm

 

[swampy2]

Were the old lights R63/R80 style.

82mm cut out http://www.screwfix.com/p/robus-adjustable-round-mains-voltage-downlight-polished-chrome-240v/53815

Eyeball fittings are big cut outs as-well, you should find different options.