What is 1-circuit track lighting, and when should I use it?

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When ordering track lighting, you can choose from several options. All our 1-circuit, 3-circuit and magnetic track lighting systems can be configured with track spotlights and pendant lights, and accessories are available for all types, allowing you to configure track lighting to your preferred length and shape. In this article, we explain the difference between the types of track lighting.

1-circuit track lighting

At Qub, all track lighting can be used as 1-circuit track lighting, meaning that 3-circuit track lighting can also be connected to a single power point and used as 1-circuit track lighting. 1-circuit means that you can switch all your lights on or off with one electrical group and one light switch. If you use a dimmer with 1-circuit track lighting, all spotlights dim simultaneously. The number of circuits therefore indicates the number of electrical groups that you can control manually (wall switch, wall dimmer) with your track, in combination with the same type of track spotlights and pendant lights.

Control 1-circuit track lighting in multiple groups?

For 1-circuit track lighting, Qub track spotlights and pendant lights are available with fittings such as GU10 and E27. Various smart bulbs are available for these fittings. The advantage of smart lighting on track lighting is the ability to control each light separately. Most smart lighting apps support scenes and groups, which is the perfect solution for connecting your track lighting from a single power point while still controlling your lights by group. This can be particularly useful above your kitchen island, where you want more light while cooking than during dinner at the bar. Create separate or even mixed groups for both lights to fully tailor the atmosphere to your preferences.

Product specifications for 1-circuit/3-circuit and magnetic track lighting

The overview below shows the product specifications for 1-circuit, 3-circuit and magnetic track lighting profiles.

  1-circuit track Focus 3-circuit track Pro Magnetic track
Surface-mounted or recessed Surface-mounted Surface-mounted or recessed  Surface-mounted or recessed 
Track height 22 mm 31 mm 53 mm
Track width 36 mm 32 mm 26 mm
Sustainability class *** ***** *****
Voltage 220V 220V 48V
Wall mounting Not suitable Not suitable Suitable (48V)
Environmental awareness **** *** **
Design **** *** *****
LED driver / Transformer No No Yes, 220V to 48V
Lowered suspension Not suitable Suitable Suitable
Delivery time Available for immediate delivery Available for immediate delivery Available for immediate delivery


Options for lights and accessories for 1-circuit/3-circuit and magnetic track lighting

The overview below shows the options for additions to 1-circuit, 3-circuit and magnetic tracks.

  1-circuit track 3-circuit track Magnetic track
Track spotlights Yes Yes Yes
LED strips No Semi-surface-mounted Full integration
Pendant lights Yes Yes Yes
Universal (pendant light) adapters Yes Yes No
Sonos rail bracket No Yes No
Corner connection Yes Yes Yes
Wall > ceiling connection No No Yes
Flexible connection Yes Yes No
Maximum load 1,000W 3x 1.000W  250W (depending on LED driver)
Zigbee (Hue) integration Optional via light source Optional via light source Standard built-in