How high is a pool table light supposed to be off the table?

Question

How high is a pool table light supposed to be off the table?

Answer 1

32 to 35 inches off the pool table bed usuallly at eye level.

Answer 2

i'd say a lucky 2 feet!

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Answer 3

Officially:

15. Lights

The bed and rails of the table must receive at least 520 lux (48 footcandles) of light at every point. A screen or reflector configuration is advised so that the center of the table does not receive noticeably more lighting than the rails and the corners of the table. If the light fixture above the table may be moved aside (referee), the minimum height of the

fixture should be no lower than 40 inches [1.016 m] above the bed of the table. If the light fixture above the table is non-movable, the fixture should be no lower than 65 inches [1.65 m] above the bed of the table. The intensity of any directed light on the players at the table should not be blinding. Blinding light starts at 5000 lux (465 footcandles) direct view. The rest of the venue (bleachers, etc.) should receive at least 50 lux (5 footcandles) of light.

Answer 4

There is no defined or "competition rule" for light height.  Make it high enough to light the entire table, but not blind you when you lean in for your english.  Also, if you plan to have social gathering, make sure it doesnt block you view of your friends, unless you want to avoid constant eye contact.

Answer 5

Trickshottim is right on the money and deserves the points.  I'm glad that he is including internet links to the WPA.  It's obvious that he isn't just guessing on his answers like many I've seen.  M.D.-BCA Instructor/Referee.

Answer 6

No specific height is required or set. Just make sure it lights the whole table and is high enough that any real tall players will not have to keep ducking underneath of it to position themselves for a shot. I would suggest at least 4 feet from top of table.