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May 11, 2007 by twogirlygirls | Posted in Garden & Landscape
We recently purchased our house and some of the outdoor lighting is not working. These lights focus on trees in our yard. There are missing lights in some of them. Can we just replace the bulb in the shell of the current system? Anything we need to be aware of? What are we looking for exactly?
1) Outdoor lighting fixtures, like indoor lighting fixtures are rated for a maximum wattage. Determine the maximum wattage of your fixtures and do not exceed this wattage when replacing bulbs.
2) Determine the fixtures on each outdoor circuit.
3) Determine the operating voltage of each of your outdoor lighting circuits. Some outdoor lighting transformers support multiple votage taps. This allows a designer to use voltages from 12 - 24 volts (in a National Electrical Code defined low voltage system). A transformer that conforms to the UL 1858 standard will be limited to 12 - 15 volt taps.
4) Determine the wire size of each circuit.
5) Determine the total wattage on each circuit with the intended replacement bulbs. If this wattage exceeds 180 watts on a 12 volt circuit, you will have to use lower wattage replacement bulbs. Circuits at higher voltages will have different maximum wattage capacities. Just remember that the National Elecrical Codes specifies a maximum of 15 amps for 12/2 copper wiring. Adust the maximum amperage used for your calculations if the wiring is something other than 12/2. Remember that there is enough current in a low voltage lighting system to melt the insulation off your wiring and potentially cause a fire. Please do not overload circuits.
6) Now that you know the wattage that you will need for a replacement bulb, determine the bulb type needed for each fixture. There are several bulb styles (Par36, MR16, T3, etc.) used in outdoor lighting fixtures. Look at the fixture's socket to determine this. If you can not tell, look at another fixture to see what bulb type has been used.
7) For each bulb type and wattage rating, there are different light patterns available (flood, spot, narrow spot, etc.). Now determine the light pattern you need for each replacement bulb.
8) Halogen bulbs operate in a narrow voltage range (10.8 - 12.5 volts). Operating a halogen bulb outside of this range negatively affects the light output & shortens its life. When just one bulb burns out in an outdoor lighting system, all the bulbs on that circuit can be over voltaged compromising their longevity. For this reason, it is suggested that you replace all bulbs on the same circuit at the same time.
9) Body oils can negatively affect the longevity of halogen bulbs. Use latex gloves when handling bulbs.
10) Moisture is the enemy of outdoor lighting systems. Lubricate the bulb contacts with a good eletrical conducting dielectric grease before replacing any bulb.
11) Replace the bulbs in your circuit.
12) Now measure the operating voltage at each bulb to insure that they are operationg at the proper voltage range.
13) Measure the current on each circuit to insure that you have not exceeded the safe and recommended current limits.
14) Measure the current at the primary side of the transformer to insure that the total load on the transformer has not exceeded the manufacture's limit.
15) Step back and enjoy the beauty of your working outdoor lighting system. It's just that simple!
Or you could call a professional outdoor lighting specialist. Good luck.
A Well Lit Garden | May 12, 2007
If these are wire strung lights, you could start by replacing the bulb. If that doesn't work, there might be a bare wire someplace or your transformer could be bad.
If these are solar, you should start by replacing the batteries.
Sandra G | May 11, 2007
Replace the non-working bulbs first. That will help you figure out if you have wiring problems. If the bulb doesn't do the trick then open up the body of it to see if the wiring is still attached. Good luck!
Orlando | May 11, 2007
Landscape lighting? Does anyone know of a company that can help with lighting design?
Sep 14, 2006 by Richard H | Posted in Do It Yourself (DIY)
I understand the wiring and voltage drop etc... I need help with the lighting design. I want to light up the front of my home (stone face)(wall wash & columns) and do some up lighting and down lighting on trees (moon lighting effect) (wooded lot -nice mature trees). I've seen some really nice lighting in my area and understand the concepts but need help in knowing what kind of fixtures and bulbs - also placement.
Any suggestion on a good company? Minnesota - Twin Cities
ELS (Executive Lighting Solutions) They helped me out. It's great you can send them photos and they can even draw right on them to let you know where to put the fixtures. I was impressed with their knowledge on how to light different areas. I had gone through a couple of different landscape contractor but they didn't seem to know much about the different techniques, they just wanted to sell me fixtures.
Good luck. (I think they are up in your neck of the woods)
backhome101 | Sep 14, 2006
Does anyone know of any reasonably priced solar powered landscape lighting that DOES NOT use batteries?
Mar 28, 2008 by Captain Flatulence | Posted in Garden & Landscape
I've heard of lights that use capacitors but have only found them in paver type applications. I am looking for traditional "stake" lighting.
no, thats how solar works you use the sun to charge batt, then use the power at night, I have a set of 12 that i got thru Harbor freight 3 yrs ago there still working,
they were around $20
William B | Mar 28, 2008
Realtors: Do you find "Value/Curb Appeal" in landscape lighting when showing a home? (not the cheap solar)
Aug 07, 2006 by backhome101 | Posted in Decorating & Remodeling
I've had a Home Staging company ask if we would set up lighting in the fronts of homes for customers who are selling their homes. I was wondering if the realty community had any opinions on the value of quality landscape lighting. I'm not talking the store bought cheap fixtures - either solar or plastic light kits, but metal low voltage lights for the sidewalks, lighting for pillars and brick/stone face, along with any trees etc.
I am not a realtor but have bought and sold multiple homes. It doesn't really add much to me. I think the money could be spend better else where.
treday25 | Aug 07, 2006
How do I remove a few pathway lights from an existing low voltage landscape lighting system?
Apr 15, 2008 by Mary B | Posted in Garden & Landscape
I inherited the installed system and am unfamiliar with how to connect/disconnect lights...
All of the lights are wired in parallel. More than likely each fixture is attached to the two wire cable. Lift one out and see. You can simply disconnect the ones you want, and use waterproof insulation on the supply wire. You can buy waterproof splice kits if you need to.
Ed | Apr 15, 2008
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Lawn & LandscapeCome March this year, residents in Singapore will be treated to a dazzling display of lights that will brighten the Marina Bay waterfront and send a message that cities need better, more sustainable outdoor lighting. This artistic display is part of 12 Volt Lighting Now Offers Timers And Photocellsall 18 news articles »
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