smartect Aluminium Wall and Ceiling Cable Pins, White, Ø16 x 16mm, 2-Pack
Product description
To route a pendant-light cable neatly across a wall or ceiling, these smartect pins provide a screw-mounted fixing point. The set contains two white aluminium holders. Wall plugs, screws and installation instructions are included. They are intended for lamp cords and electrical wires up to Ø7.5mm.
Key specifications
- Type: Wall and ceiling cable holders
- Material: Aluminium
- Colour: White
- Size: Ø16 x 16mm
- Cable diameter: Up to Ø7.5mm
- What’s included: 2 pins, 2 wall plugs, 2 screws and installation instructions
Compatibility & requirements
The holders are designed for lamp cables, pendant lights and DIY projects using textile cable, lamp cord or electrical wire within the stated diameter limit. They can be fitted to a wall or ceiling, with the supplied plugs and screws used for mounting. The manufacturer lists wood, concrete and metal among possible surfaces, but the right fixing method depends on the surface at the installation point, use the included instructions as a guide.
This is a fixed, screw-mounted approach rather than an adhesive clip. That suits a cable route intended to stay in place, while an adhesive option may be more appropriate if avoiding screw holes is the priority. The key fit check is cable thickness: a cable wider than Ø7.5mm falls outside the stated suitability.
Tips for day-to-day use
Plan the cable route before fixing the pins, particularly if you are positioning a pendant light away from its ceiling connection. The two-piece set can support a simple run between two points, though the product information does not specify a recommended spacing. For a longer route, decide how many fixing points are needed before installation rather than assuming this set will cover the full length.
Keep the cable aligned with the holder and follow the supplied instructions when attaching it. A neat route can make a lamp cord less visually prominent and help keep it organised along a wall or ceiling. These holders are for securing the cable, the supplied details do not describe them as electrical connectors or as a replacement for the lamp’s own fitting.
Before you decide
What comes in the pack? It includes two white aluminium cable pins, two wall plugs, two screws and installation instructions.
What cable size will fit? The stated suitability is for lamp cords, textile cables and electrical wires up to Ø7.5mm.
Can the pins be used on a ceiling as well as a wall? Yes. They are described for both wall and ceiling mounting, with screws and plugs included.
When it makes sense
A solid pick if you want a small, screw-fixed way to guide a compatible lamp cable across a wall or ceiling, and the white finish works with the room. The aluminium construction and included fixings make the basic installation requirements clear, while the two-pin quantity is best considered as a small set for a short route or a specific cable section. Not the best choice if your cable exceeds Ø7.5mm or you need a fixing method that leaves the surface untouched.