Light for Goldsmiths

When working as a goldsmith or jeweller, light interference on tools or workpieces can significantly affect the work’s result and quality. As a decisive factor for visual performance and quality, light affects our well-being and influences our work results. Therefore, for the best quality, first-class light that precisely matched the filigree goldsmith’s art’s needs is an essential prerequisite. The multitude of different lighting variants and light sources often creates confusion and makes it challenging to decide on a suitable lamp. According to DIN EN 12464-1, the quality features provide essential guidelines and framework conditions for choosing the proper lighting for a goldsmith’s workstation. In the following, we would like to show you the quality features that you should pay particular attention to when designing the lighting concept for your jewellery or goldsmith’s workshop.

Illuminance is a principal technical lighting parameter and indicates the luminous flux falling on a specific surface. For filigree engravings, gemstone settings or the processing of metals, the DIN standard specifies a minimum illuminance of 1500 lux for light for the gold/jeweller’s workshop. However, since minor details’ recognizability depends mainly on the illuminance, it is advisable to choose a luminaire with an illuminance of 2800 lux and, in dark rooms, up to 3300 lux. The field of final and quality control requires an undistorted and natural colour rendering even with artificial light, which is achieved by a CRI > 90 and a corresponding colour temperature of 5300 Kelvin. In all other goldsmithing fields, a CRI > 80 and a colour temperature > 5000 Kelvin is sufficient.

Individual craftsmanship requires individually adaptable luminaires. As a goldsmith, the different work areas need that the luminaire quickly adapts to the user and the work situation. This attitude is the only way to achieve the best work results at all times.

Especially when working on shiny jewellery and handling metallic tools, disturbing light reflections can severely restrict our vision. The causes of glare and reflections are usually an unfavourable luminance distribution or too high luminance. Especially with high illuminance levels, a balanced brightness distribution and glare-free light are the basis for trouble-free work as a goldsmith.

Our lighting variants with maximum luminosity, the latest reflector technology and smooth-running mechanics offer a suitable lighting solution for working as a goldsmith or jeweller. With innovative articulated arm technology, our RMD workplace luminaires are flexibly adjustable. Furthermore, the use of high-quality LED converters guarantees the absence of stroboscopic effects and contributes to work safety. State-of-the-art and dimmable LED modules with appropriate illuminance ensure bright and uniform illumination of your workplace at any time of day. A suitable integration of our RMD workplace luminaires into your workplace creates an optimal natural daylight interaction with the artificial light source and allows detailed work. With the right lighting concept, fatigue-free and safe work becomes possible in a goldsmith and jeweller workshop.