ᐅ Garden Lighting 12V or 24V – Which Voltage to Choose and Which Manufacturer?

Created on: 3 Nov 2018 11:34
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Momad
Hello,

I am having trouble with the topic of garden lighting and would appreciate your expertise and experiences.

Here are my questions:

In the garden, I will be installing a conduit for electricity (sockets, low-voltage wiring)/LAN (IP camera), and I would like to use 12V or 24V lighting.

1. Which is better to use, 12V or 24V, and why?
2. Do you have any recommendations for a manufacturer or system (expandable)?
3. To me, the cables/connections don’t look fully outdoor-rated. What are your experiences with extreme rain, snow, martens... and can everything stay outside year-round?
4. I often see cables simply laid under the lawn or above ground. How durable is that overall?

Thank you very much!
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tom_jahns
4 Nov 2018 18:26
It should definitely be safe for children to ensure that no one gets hurt.

Best regards
blackm884 Nov 2018 18:32
We have several 3- and 5-core cables running from the fuse box to the garden, each individually protected by a residual current circuit breaker (RCCB). This setup also allows for switching and/or installing a timer. In the garden, the cables are routed under the terrace for flexibility. The lighting in the flower beds and elsewhere will most likely be 24V (24V).