Overview

The FARO CLAP 1030 spike light is an outdoor luminaire designed to illuminate gardens, patios and terraces with a precise, focused accent beam. Its structure is almost invisible to the naked eye: the light takes centre stage. If you want to create a scenic atmosphere among vegetation, define pathways or highlight specific areas of the garden, this spike fits well with that purpose.

It is part of the CLAP system, an outdoor lighting family that integrates bollards, wall lights, pendants, spotlights and other formats under the same aesthetic. This means you can combine different pieces in the same space while maintaining visual coherence. The CLAP 1030 spike is fixed directly into the ground and operates at 24V, allowing it to be integrated into low-voltage installations with greater control and safety.

FARO is a Spanish brand with decades of experience in technical and decorative lighting. Their outdoor products are designed to last under real conditions: temperature changes, humidity, continuous use.

Installation and specifications

Before installing the spike in the ground, verify that the terrain is firm and level. As it operates at 24V DC, a compatible power supply and appropriate wiring for outdoor low-voltage installations are required. If you do not have experience with electrical installations in gardens or patios, it is advisable to consult an electrician. Observe minimum safety distances from irrigation systems and areas prone to waterlogging.

For maintenance, clean the surface with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Avoid abrasive products or solvents that could damage the black finish. Aluminium and stainless steel withstand outdoor conditions well, but a periodic inspection of the body and connections helps to extend the product's service life.

• Brand: FARO
• Category: Outdoor
• Subcategory: Surface luminaire
• Mounting: Ground
• Body material: Aluminium + Stainless steel
• Body finish: Black
• Light source energy class: F
• Maximum power (W): 2x6
• Light source: COB LED
• Light source included: Yes
• Voltage: 24V DC
• Colour temperature (K): 3000K
• Net weight (kg): 1.67

Design and use

The CLAP 1030 spike is built from aluminium and stainless steel, two materials that combine lightness with durability. The black finish gives it a discreet profile that integrates well among plants, along pathway edges or next to wooden and stone structures. It does not draw attention during the day; at night, the spotlight does its job.

The built-in spotlight uses COB LED technology at a colour temperature of 3000K, a warm light that creates ambience without coldness. The beam angle is 38°, which concentrates the beam and allows it to be directed towards a specific point: the base of a tree, a feature plant, a stone wall or the start of a garden path. The goal is not to illuminate a lot, but to illuminate well and where it matters.

It operates at 24V DC, making it a suitable option for planned ground lighting projects where a centralised power supply already exists or will be installed. This low-voltage system offers greater safety in humid environments and makes it easier to control all the garden or patio lights as a whole.

Within the CLAP system, this spike can coexist with bollards from the same family, facade wall lights or longer-range spotlights. Maintaining coherence between pieces in an outdoor space is harder than it seems, and having a range that resolves this with a unified aesthetic is a real advantage. You can combine the spotlight with the anti-glare visor ref. 75714-2 to improve visual comfort and prevent the beam from causing discomfort in walkways or rest areas.

On a terrace with vegetation, the spike works well for highlighting large-format pots or visually separating seating areas. In a patio with gravel or cobblestone flooring, it can be placed along the edges to mark the perimeter without needing to install larger bollards. In gardens with pathways, several evenly spaced spikes create a guiding effect that is both functional and visually clean.

The spotlight weighs 1.67 kg and has a power output of 2x6W, figures that speak of a compact product with a real luminous presence. The COB LED light source is included, so it does not need to be purchased separately.

Its slim profile and black colour allow the luminaire to integrate effortlessly into natural settings or gardens with a more contemporary design. It also works well alongside materials such as exposed concrete, corten steel or treated outdoor timber.

Questions and answers

Is an external power supply required to install the CLAP 1030?

Yes. The spike operates at 24V DC, so it requires a power supply compatible with that voltage. It is not included with the product and must be purchased separately or integrated into an existing low-voltage installation.

What is the beam angle of the spotlight and what type of lighting is it best suited for?

The angle is 38°, which concentrates the beam onto a specific area. It is an aperture designed for accent lighting: highlighting a plant, a wall or a garden feature, not for illuminating large surfaces in a general way.

Can the anti-glare visor be used with this model?

Yes. The spotlight is compatible with the anti-glare visor ref. 75714-2, which reduces direct glare and improves visual comfort, especially in walkways or on terraces where people are in close proximity to the light.

After-sales support

If upon receiving the product you detect any manufacturing defect or damage, you have 30 days to report it. Write to us with a description of the problem and, if possible, photos showing the condition of the product. Each case is handled individually to find the most appropriate solution: replacement, repair or return as applicable.

How delivery works

Martsella works with brands and their partner warehouses across Europe. Your order is sent straight from the warehouse that holds the item, so an order with several items may arrive in separate parcels. Each parcel gets its own tracking link.

14-day returns

Changed your mind? You can cancel within 14 days of delivery without giving a reason. How to send items back and what a return costs is on our Returns & Refunds page. If an item is faulty, damaged or not what you ordered, we cover the cost of returning it.

How to cancel

Email info@martsella.com with your order number before the cancellation period ends, or use the model cancellation form on our Returns & Refunds page. You do not have to use the form.