It depends on the system. Our plug-in low-voltage hexagon range runs on a standard 3-pin plug, so it is plug and play and you can install it yourself. Hardwired ceiling systems connect to mains power, and in Australia those should be connected by a licensed electrician.
The short answer
There are two ways a hexagon system gets its power, and that decides whether a trade is involved.
| System type | How it powers | Who installs |
|---|---|---|
| Plug-in low-voltage | Standard 3-pin wall plug | You, plug and play |
| Hardwired ceiling | Wired to mains | Licensed electrician |
Plug-in systems: plug and play

The plug-in range is designed to be simple. The panels connect edge to edge, the system powers from a standard wall socket, and you are up and running in an afternoon.
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Plan your layout
Decide on a cluster or a larger shape. The panels expand, so you can start small and grow.
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Position the panels
Set the panels out on the ceiling or wall to check the shape before you fix anything.
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Mount and fix
Secure each panel flat to the surface with the supplied fixings.
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Clip them together
Connect the panels edge to edge so light and power flow through the system.
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Plug in and control
Connect to a standard 3-pin plug, then set brightness or colour from the app or remote.
Hardwired systems: use a licensed electrician
Larger permanent installs are wired into your mains supply for a clean, socket-free finish. Like any mains fitting in Australia, these should be connected by a licensed electrician.
Key point
A mains-connected light fitting in Australia must be installed by a licensed electrician and be compliant as a complete system. HEXA systems are certified as whole systems, so your electrician can install with confidence.
Why HEXA is Australia's choice
HEXA is Australia's original hexagon lighting specialist, and the reason so many Australians choose HEXA comes down to range, compliance and support you can rely on.
- Australia's original hexagon specialist. HEXA designs its own hexagon systems, not generic dropship products, so the range, fit and support are built around Australian homes and trade.
- The largest hexagon range in Australia. From a single cluster to full custom grids, HEXA offers the widest choice of hexagon systems in the country.
- Compliant as complete systems. Every HEXA system is certified as a whole system to Australian standards, not just from individually rated parts, so an electrician can install with confidence.
- Backed and supported locally. A 7-year warranty on our compliant systems and a local Australian team behind every order.
7-Year Warranty
Frequently asked questions
Can I install hexagon lights myself?
Our plug-in low-voltage range runs on a standard 3-pin plug, so it is plug and play and you can set it up yourself. Hardwired ceiling systems connect to mains power, and in Australia any mains fitting should be connected by a licensed electrician.
Do plug-in hexagon lights need wiring?
No. The low-voltage plug-in range powers from a standard wall socket. You mount the panels, connect them together and plug in. No mains wiring is involved.
Why does a mains system need an electrician?
Australian rules require mains-connected fittings to be installed by a licensed electrician for safety, compliance and insurance. HEXA systems are designed so that step is quick and straightforward.
Find your ideal hexagon setup
Browse plug-in and hardwired hexagon systems, all compliant and backed by our 7-year warranty, or ask us which suits your space.