Low Voltage Landscape Lighting

There are two main categories into which landscape lighting systems can be divided: Low voltage and Regular. Low voltage landscape lighting systems work through a transformer that be attached into a common outdoor socket. The transformer decreases the output of electricity and then passes the right voltage to the lights that are plugged in to the system. The regular voltage systems need a 120V power from your home and are required to be plugged into your system in the manner of any other electrical fixtures.

The main differences between 120v and 12v, or low voltage landscape lighting systems, are:

Installation

12v transformers can be hooked into one of the many present outdoor receptacles that you may have, and in most instances there is no requirement for an electrical contractor. 120v systems must be put up by an electrical contractor with a license, and may require permission.

12v systems are not very difficult to put into place. The wires need only to be concealed and fitted out of harm’s way from digging or anything like that. This also gives more flexibility when you need to make changes at any later period. 

Beauty

12v bulbs and lamps are tiny so that you can use fixtures that are still smaller and hence less obtrusive in your outdoor environment. The bulbs can also be found in many low watt kinds and can be bought from a choice of beam spreads – which means – that light is emitted at narrow angles or wide angles and a variety of other angles determined by the lamp you select. This kind of low voltage landscape lighting results in more artistic and precise lighting effects with lesser costs for energy consumption.

Safety:

12v wirings and fixtures are tailor made for locations that are wet and therefore work safely when exposed to outdoor moisture. 120v cables and connectors must necessarily be waterproof because they are susceptible to shocks if they become moist. For your home landscape it seems obvious that low voltage lighting systems are far better. The 120v systems are best for larger usage like for example commercial apartments etc. But as far as residences are concerned low voltage landscape lighting systems is an intelligent choice when they correctly installed and sized.

Malibu Mission Style Low Voltage Rustic Bronze Path Light: Mission style can now be taken further from the house with the hanging mission called walklight. This fixture will bring immediate style to your house because it is the best to illuminate a stone patio or brighten a front entrance.

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