12V

12V is the most common option for residential landscape lighting. Known as low voltage, it is achieved by converting standard 120V current into 12V through use of a transformer.

Benefits of Low Voltage (12V):

  • Very little risk of electrical shock, even underwater.
  • Wide selection of energy-efficient fixtures to choose from.
  • Low voltage wire can be directly buried in a shallow trench (minimum depth: 6"), generally without using conduit.Whether you are a do-it-yourselfer or a lighting professional, 12V landscape lighting is the clear choice for residential use.