In-Lite Garden Lighting
A complete outdoor lighting system for paths, planting, walls, terraces and water features
In-Lite is best understood as a complete garden lighting system rather than a collection of unrelated fittings. The lights, HUB or SMART HUB transformer, system cable and EASY-LOCK connections are designed to work together, so a scheme can start with a few carefully placed fittings and be expanded as the garden develops.
This range covers subtle recessed marker lights, practical path and bollard lights, focused spotlights for trees and features, architectural wall and ceiling lights and atmospheric linear and decorative lighting. Use the filters to compare IP rating, colour temperature, power source, light type, output and finish, then read the individual product page for the fitting’s verified load and installation details.
How the 12V In-Lite system fits together
A typical 12V scheme begins with a transformer connected to the mains supply. In-Lite CBL system cable runs from the transformer through the garden, and each compatible light connects to that cable with its supplied EASY-LOCK. The cable does not have to form a closed loop: it can be routed where the lighting is needed and split into sensible branches with the correct components.
- Choose the lighting effect first: decide what should be visible after dark, rather than placing a light beside every object.
- Total the VA load: use each product’s VA rating—not only its wattage—and keep the combined load within the selected transformer capacity.
- Plan the cable route: show the transformer, main cable, branches, fittings and any extension leads on one sketch before hard landscaping is finished.
- Control glare: aim beams away from normal sightlines and use the appropriate shield, shutter, honeycomb or diffuser where required.
- Keep it serviceable: leave connectors, drivers and the transformer accessible for testing, adjustment and future additions.
12V, mains-powered and rechargeable products
Most products in this collection are part of the In-Lite low-voltage system, but the range also includes selected 100–230V wall and pendant lights and rechargeable portable lights. Check the Power Source attribute before ordering. Mains-voltage products are not connected to a 12V HUB and should be installed by a suitably qualified person in accordance with the product instructions and current electrical requirements.
Our practical approach to designing a better-lit garden
The most convincing schemes use layers. Recessed lights can define a route, low bollards can spread light over planting and paving, spotlights can reveal the structure of a tree, and wall lights can make entrances and seating areas feel usable. Darker spaces between those layers are important: they preserve contrast, reduce glare and stop the garden looking like a car park.
If you are unsure where to start, sketch the garden, mark the features you want to see, note approximate distances and identify the available power point. We can then help compare fittings, beam effects and transformer capacity before cable routes or paving cut-outs become difficult to change.
In-Lite Garden Lighting Buying Guide & FAQs
Plan the effect before choosing the fittings
Outdoor lighting works best when it solves a clear job: guiding someone along a route, making a step easier to read, lighting a dining area or revealing a favourite tree. Start with those jobs, then choose the light type. A large lumen figure is not automatically better; beam direction, mounting position, surface colour and viewing angle all affect the finished result.
Build the installation as one coordinated circuit
The transformer, cable, connectors and fittings must be planned together. Use the transformer and smart-control range to choose the correct capacity and control method, and the cable and connector range to complete the circuit. Keep a record of every fitting and its VA load so future additions can be assessed properly.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to create an In-Lite 12V lighting system?
You normally need a suitable In-Lite HUB or SMART HUB transformer, enough compatible system cable, the chosen 12V fittings and any splitters, extension leads or installation accessories required by the layout. Most fittings include an EASY-LOCK connector, but check each product’s Included Items section rather than assuming.
How do I choose an In-Lite transformer?
Add together the VA ratings of every fitting on the planned circuit, then choose a transformer with sufficient capacity and sensible room for realistic future additions. Choose a standard HUB for straightforward timed or light-sensor control, or compare SMART HUB models where app-based zones and wider smart-control options are useful.
Why should I calculate VA rather than watts?
The transformer is rated in VA and the product data provides a VA load for system planning. Wattage describes real power consumed by the LED, while VA also reflects the electrical load presented to the transformer. For this system, total the published VA figures.
Can I add more lights later?
Yes, expansion is one of the advantages of the system, provided the transformer has spare VA capacity and the cable layout can accept the extra fittings. Keep the original plan and load calculation so additions are made deliberately rather than by guesswork.
Can In-Lite lights be installed by a homeowner?
Many 12V fittings and EASY-LOCK connections are designed to make garden-side installation straightforward, but the transformer still needs the correct mains supply and installation conditions. Any 100–230V fitting or new mains electrical work should be handled by a suitably qualified person.
What colour temperature is best for a garden?
Warm white light—commonly around the upper 2000K to low 3000K range in this catalogue—usually suits planting, timber and brick. Cooler or tuneable light can suit contemporary materials or changing scenes. Compare Kelvin values within the filters and avoid mixing temperatures accidentally unless the contrast is intentional.
What does an IP rating tell me?
The IP rating describes protection against solids and water under defined test conditions. It does not make every fitting suitable for submersion. Use a product specifically designed and rated for underwater use, such as the In-Lite SUB, where the light will operate beneath the water surface.
How far apart should garden lights be?
There is no universal spacing. It depends on beam shape, mounting height, surface reflectance and the effect you want. Mark positions temporarily and test the scene after dark before fixing every fitting permanently.
How do I reduce glare from outdoor lights?
Keep the source out of normal sightlines, aim spotlights carefully and use the compatible shield, shutter, honeycomb or diffuser. A lower-output fitting in a better position often looks more comfortable than a powerful fitting aimed directly towards people.
Can I use In-Lite lighting around a pond?
Yes, but distinguish between lighting beside water and lighting underwater. Use suitable outdoor fittings around the pond, protect cable routes from damage and select the purpose-built IP68 SUB for submerged illumination. Transformers and non-submersible connections must remain in their specified installation locations.
What is the difference between a spotlight and a recessed uplight?
A spotlight is easy to aim and reposition in a border, making it useful for trees, sculptures and changing planting. A recessed uplight produces a cleaner, integrated finish in paving or decking but needs a correctly planned cut-out, drainage and cable route before the surface is completed.
Do I need smart controls?
No. A standard HUB suits many schemes. SMART HUB control becomes valuable when you want separately controlled zones, app operation or a more adaptable schedule. Choose the control system for the way the garden will actually be used, not simply because it has more features.
Can In-Lite lights run all night?
They can be scheduled to suit the installation, but all-night operation is rarely necessary in a private garden. Thoughtful timers, zones and motion control can reduce energy use and unnecessary disturbance while still providing safe access when required.
Should every part of the garden be illuminated?
No. Good lighting relies on contrast. Pick important routes, level changes, gathering spaces and a few strong features, then allow darker areas to remain. This creates depth and avoids excessive brightness.
How should I plan lighting before landscaping work starts?
Mark transformer access, cable routes, sleeves beneath paving, recessed-light cut-outs, wall feeds and likely future additions on the landscape plan. Photograph cable positions before they are covered and keep a schedule of fittings and VA loads.
Can you help check an In-Lite shopping list?
Yes. Send us a plan or clear sketch with approximate dimensions, the features to be lit, likely fitting positions and the available power location. We can help identify obvious omissions and compare appropriate products, although final electrical and construction suitability remains the installer’s responsibility.
