How to install 12 Volt garden lighting?
The 12 Volt garden lighting system from Garden Lights operates on 12 Volt. 12 Volt is also known as low voltage. The major advantage of 12 Volt compared to 220 Volt is safety. 12 Volt garden lighting is much safer around children, pets, and naturally, water. With this type of LED lighting, you do not run a major risk of severe shocks or short circuits. This makes 12 Volt garden lighting perfect for a child-friendly and pet-friendly garden.
In addition to being safe, a 12 Volt garden system is also very easy to install yourself. You do not need an electrician or professional for this. Furthermore, unlike 220 Volt garden lighting, 12 Volt garden lighting does not need to be buried 60 cm deep. This makes it possible to make additions or adjustments later without having to dig up the system and thereby disrupt the garden.This is not the case with 220-volt garden lighting.
MeinLED offers a wide range of 12V garden lighting, including wall lights, garden spotlights, or standing outdoor lamps. We also have the right cables and transformers to complete the system. Whether you have a large garden or a small garden, at MeinLED you are at the right address.
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| 12V freestanding outdoor light | 12V wall lights | 12V ground spot | 12V garden spotlight |
Below we explain what you need for a 12 Volt garden system and how to install it. This allows you to quickly and easily order and install your 12 Volt garden lighting online!
What do you need for a 12 Volt garden system?
Before you can begin installing the 12 Volt garden lighting, you must first select the appropriate supplies. The required supplies are listed below.
Step 1: Choose the desired lighting
Choose the right lighting and accessories from our wide range. Motion sensors, a smart switch, and a daylight sensor are available for the 12-volt garden lighting, among other things.
Step 2: Choose the right transformer
Because the lighting operates on 12 volts, you will need a transformer. This converts 220 volts (mains power) to 12 volts (low voltage). Determining which transformer you need is very easy. Add up all the wattages of the lights to find out the total wattage you will be connecting to the lighting system. Then, choose a transformer that can handle this wattage. For example, do you have a system with a total of 45 watts? Then choose the 60-watt transformer. A tip: make sure you do not use more than 75%/80% of the transformer's total capacity.This way, you can always make adjustments later or add extra lights without having to change the transformer.
Step 3: Choose the ideal main cable
After choosing the lighting and the right transformer, you need a cable to connect the lights. You can choose between two types of cables:
- A main cable with fixed connectors: this handy main cable has a connector every two meters. You can connect the lighting to these connectors. Every 12-volt garden light features a cable with a connection. You can easily connect this to the connectors of the main cable. This works plug & play, you do not need any further supplies for this. &
- A main cable without fixed connectors: in addition to a cable with connectors, there is also a main cable without connectors.The connectors for this cable can be ordered separately and are easy to install thanks to the click system. The advantage of this is that the connectors can be placed at any desired location on the main cable. This connector is a female connector. This allows you to, for example, place 2 connectors right after each other if you want to place 2 lights close together. You can also leave several meters between the different connectors.
Please note regarding the main cable with connectors:
- You need a female connector to connect lights and accessories to the main cable.
- You need a male connector to connect an extra cable (branch) or to connect main cables.
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Step 4: Connecting the 12-volt garden lighting
After selecting the right products, you can place your order. When you order before 4:00 PM at MeinLED , you will receive your products the very next day! Installing the products is very straightforward, which is explained further below.
Quick and easy installation without an electrician
Using the steps below, you can easily install your garden lighting without the need for an electrician.
Step 1: Place the garden lighting in the desired location in the garden. This allows you to know the distance between the individual lights and the distance between the lights and the transformer.
Step 2: Lay the main cable (with or without fixed connections) through the garden. For cables with fixed connectors, make sure they are located near the lighting.
Step 3: This step only applies to cables without fixed connections. Connect the female connectors to the cable using the click system. Connect the female connectors near the garden lighting.
Step 4: Mount the 12-volt transformer next to the desired power outlet (220V) and connect them. This converts the current.
Step 5: Connect the main cable (with or without fixed connections) to the transformer.This is plug & play, meaning you do not need any further parts or supplies. &
Step 6: You can optionally conceal the cables in the garden for a more polished look. One of the advantages of the 12-Volt system is that the cables do not need to be buried deep. A layer of gravel or sand over the cable is sufficient.
Step 7: Turn on the lighting and enjoy your new atmospheric garden lighting!
Order LED 12 Volt Garden Lighting online at MeinLED
At MeinLED we have a wide range of 12 Volt garden lighting. This allows you to purchase the suitable lighting for every atmosphere and situation.
