Rectangular Lamp House

Quick answer: The Rectangular Lamp House is an enclosed light-source housing that holds a compatible lamp and directs its illumination toward a slit, lens, mirror or screen, giving a stable, consistent light source for ray-optics and image-formation experiments.

Product Description

The LabEquip Rectangular Lamp House is designed to hold a compatible lamp within a rectangular enclosure. In an optics setup, the enclosure helps position the light source and direct illumination toward a slit, lens, mirror, screen or other experimental component.

A lamp house can improve setup consistency by reducing unwanted sideways light and keeping the source in a defined position. The exact lamp type, electrical rating, housing material, ventilation arrangement and output aperture are not stated in this listing; we have not invented these figures and recommend confirming the full specification with our sales team before ordering.

Specifications

Suggested Procedure

• Place the lamp house on the optical bench, aligned with the other components.
• Connect the lamp to a suitable power supply, following the manufacturer’s rating.
• Switch on the lamp and direct the output aperture toward the slit, lens or mirror.
• Adjust the lamp house’s position so the illumination is centred on the optical axis.
• Allow the lamp to stabilise before taking readings, and switch it off between uses.

Safety Note

Allow the lamp to cool before handling, as the housing and lamp can become hot during use. Confirm the correct electrical rating before connecting power, and keep flammable materials away from the housing.

Care & Maintenance

• Wipe the exterior housing with a dry cloth once it has cooled.
• Check the power cord and connections for damage before each use.
• Keep ventilation openings, where present, free of dust.
• Store the lamp house in a dry location, protected from impact.

Why Choose LabEquip

LabEquip supplies physics, chemistry and biology lab equipment, STEM kits and science models for schools, colleges and institutional laboratories, with honest specifications and responsive sales support. For related optics-bench apparatus, see our White Screen Wooden, Optical Bench Half Shaper, and Ray Optics Kit, or visit the LabEquip homepage to browse our full catalogue.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rectangular Lamp House used for?

It is used to hold and position a light source, directing its illumination toward a slit, lens, mirror or screen for consistent ray-optics experiments.

What lamp type and electrical rating does it use?

These are not stated in this listing. Please confirm the lamp type and electrical rating with our sales team before ordering.

Does the lamp house get hot during use?

The lamp and housing can become warm during use. Allow it to cool before handling, and keep flammable materials away from the housing.

Is this suitable for school-level optics labs?

Yes, it is designed for supervised school, college and university ray-optics practicals that need a stable, enclosed light source.

How should I clean and store the lamp house?

Wipe the exterior with a dry cloth once cooled, check the power cord before use, and store it in a dry location protected from impact.

Last Updated: September 2026