Ultra Spikelight 360 – Twin Garden Spikelight – Marine Grade 316 Stainless Steel (12v)
From: £149.00£119.20
Exclusive to Lumena – The revolutionary ‘Ultra-Spikelight 360’. Possibly the most versatile garden spikelight ever seen!
This simple, robust garden spikelight includes two spotlight heads. Actually, you can use a total of four spotlights. A unique screw-on wheel attaches to a single pole. This allows easy angle adjustment of each light. The spotlights supplied fix to the wheel. Once fixed to the wheel from above or below, each spotlight adjusts to shine up or down in any direction. The strengthened ‘swivel’ neck joint adjusts the light angle via a serrated clamp.
Use dichroic coloured lenses to create beautiful coloured effects.
Exclusive to Lumena – The revolutionary ‘Ultra-Spikelight 360’. Possibly the most versatile garden spikelight ever seen!
This extra robust Marine Grade (316) 12v Stainless Steel spikelight includes two spotlight heads. Actually, you can use a total of four spotlights. A unique screw-on wheel attaches to a single pole. This allows easy angle adjustment of each light. The spotlights supplied fix to the wheel. Once fixed to the wheel from above or below, each spotlight adjusts to shine up or down in any direction. The strengthened ‘swivel’ neck joint adjusts the light angle via a serrated clamp.
The benefits of this are fantastic. Low planting can be highlighted at the same time as up-lighting smaller trees or garden statues. In the same way, all spotlights can shine in the same direction. This creates a stronger light beam if preferred. All spotlight heads have a 1m length of cable
The ‘Ultra Spikelight 360’ is available in 240v and 12v and also in several variations, including this contemporary Marine Grade Stainless Steel (316) design.
Dichroic coloured lenses for spikelights
Use dichroic lenses to achieve coloured eye-catching effects in your garden.
Tip: Use Green for enhancing foliage, Red and Orange for autumnal effects, Yellow for a warmer touch, Light Blue for a more natural moonlit effect and Darker Blue for enhancing water. Chop and change easily and hold in place with a spring clip.
Frosted and honeycomb filters also available
Use a frosted lens for anti-glare lighting. Use honeycomb filters for diffusing/softening light evenly.
 
| Materials | Glass, Marine Grade Stainless Steel (316) |
|---|---|
| Finish | Stainless Steel |
| Voltage | 12v AC / DC |
| Bulb Holder | 2x MR16 |
| Max Wattage | 50W (per bulb holder) |
| IP Rating | IP65 |
| Spike Length | 1m |
| Cable Length approx. (m) | 1m |
| Cable Type | 0.75mm 2 Core (H05RN-F) |
| Guarantee | 2 Years, Reduced 1 year warranty period for cable |
What is voltage drop?
The term ‘Voltage Drop’ relates to the amount of voltage loss that occurs through all or part of a circuit. This is a result of increased resistance which is a measure of the opposition to current flow in a circuit, measured in ohms (Ω). Electrical cables of any size and length carrying current always present resistance. Although it can affect the entire circuit, it is first apparent at the end of a cable run. A simple comparison would be a garden hose, where the pressure of water running through it reduces the further away it is from its source.
What causes voltage drop?
The 4 main factors which contribute to voltage drop are cable length, wire temperature, wire material and the cross sectional area. Generally, 12V lighting systems can withstand a maximum voltage drop of up to 8% (1V) with no noticeable effects, on the basis that the correct cable / power source is used and it is within range of the LED lamp voltage. If significant voltage drop does occur, it can cause dim lighting, strobing or no power at all.
How to reduce voltage drop
To reduce the risk of voltage drop, consider the following:
- Reduce cable runs – keep length to a minimum with no more than 12 fittings per circuit
- Highly conductive wire, e.g. copper. A tinned end can improve performance and longevity
- Use high quality, heat resistant rubber cable. Minimum H05RN-F
- Use thicker cable where possible (1.5mm² / 2.5mm²) with a secure, watertight connection
For a larger garden where this is not possible, consider laying a mains power feed to various points / areas where additional 12V transformers can be installed to create separate, smaller circuits. 240V fittings can also be connected to the mains feed if required.
Voltage drop cable run guides
Suggested maximum cable run includes cable supplied with each fitting, adaptors and connector cables. Where longer cable runs are required, use thicker cable such as 1.5mm² / 2.5mm² which have a lower resistance and reduce voltage drop. Cable runs can be increased by up to 50% (approx.) when thicker cable is used.
For longer cable runs, thicker cable is recommended. The below table is for 1.5mm and 2.5mm 2 core cable.
The above tables are a guide only. We strongly recommend that the voltage is checked with a volt meter at each fitting prior to final placement. Some external factors can affect performance, such as placement of cable etc.