Name: MA80 10-12W In-Ground LED Uplight | Beam Selection Guide
Brand: Radiant Honor
SKU: RH-130

Products Description

MA80 10-12W In-Ground LED Uplight: quick selection answer

The MA80 in-ground LED uplight is a 10-12W recessed MA Series option for medium-output facade, column, villa, pathway, plaza and landscape uplighting. It is most useful when the project needs a stronger recessed accent than the smaller MA models, but does not need the larger MA100 or MA120 housing scale.

Use this page as a beam, cut-out and anti-glare selection guide. The MA Series source file supports the MA80 power range, lens-angle set, fixture size, cut-out size and anti-glare option family; final version details should still be confirmed with the selected project file before quotation.

Source-backed MA80 product data

Item	MA80 source reference	Selection note
Series	MA Series underground lights	Use for recessed architectural and landscape uplighting review.
Model	MA80	Positioned between MA64 and MA100 in the MA family.
Power range	10-12W	Use as a source-backed range, not as the only selection factor.
COB reference	CXA1507 reference in the source file	Confirm final selected version before quotation.
Lens size	phi 35 x H20 mm with bracket reference	Check optic, beam and anti-glare option together.
Lens angles	10, 15, 24, 36, 50 and 60 degrees	Choose by target size, distance and viewing angle.
Fixture size	phi 80 x 118 mm	Coordinate with paving, sleeve space and service access.
Cut-out size	phi 74 x 150 mm	Verify the actual construction opening before order approval.

Where MA80 fits best

Project scene	Why MA80 may fit	What to check first
Facade base accent	The 10-12W range can support medium-output upward emphasis for columns, walls and entrance details.	Wall height, surface color, setback distance and beam width.
Villa or hotel landscape	A recessed fixture keeps the daytime appearance cleaner while supporting nighttime accent lighting.	Paving depth, drainage path, pedestrian viewing angle and glare tolerance.
Pathway or plaza edge	MA80 can be considered where smaller recessed fixtures may not provide enough vertical reach.	Foot traffic path, cleaning access, target height and nearby seating position.
Tree or sculpture uplighting	Directional beam selection can highlight a vertical object without washing the whole area.	Object height, trunk or surface width, fixture distance and viewer line.
Multi-zone MA family project	MA80 can sit between MA64 and MA100 when a project needs several recessed output levels.	Whether adjacent zones need smaller or larger housings in the same family.

Beam-angle selection for MA80

Beam option group	Useful when	Planning caution
10 or 15 degrees	The target is narrow, tall or farther from the fixture position.	Check whether the beam becomes too intense from nearby viewing points.
24 or 36 degrees	The target needs a balanced accent on columns, medium-height trees or facade details.	Confirm the target width and the fixture-to-target distance together.
50 or 60 degrees	The project needs softer coverage on broader surfaces or lower landscape features.	Check whether a wider beam reduces vertical reach or creates spill beyond the target.
Mixed beam layout	One project has columns, planting, walls and entrances in different zones.	Mark each zone on a drawing so the beam logic is not selected by wattage alone.

Cut-out, drainage and recessed installation checks

Check	Why it matters	Buyer input
Opening space	The source file lists a cut-out size, but the construction opening still needs site confirmation.	Provide paving build-up, sleeve space and installation drawing if available.
Drainage route	Recessed fixtures need a practical way to keep water from sitting around the housing.	Share ground material, slope, drain position and soil or paving condition.
Cable entry	Cable direction affects sleeve, conduit and service access.	Mark whether the cable exits toward wall, planting, handhole or control area.
Maintenance access	A clean recessed look still needs future access for inspection and adjustment.	Confirm whether the fixture can be reached without removing finished material.
Viewing angle	In-ground uplights can create discomfort if viewers stand directly above the beam.	Identify windows, seating, pathway direction and main approach lines.

Anti-glare and panel option planning

Option area	Source-supported direction	How to choose
Deep cup style	The MA source material includes deep-cup style anti-glare planning.	Use when the beam needs more shielding from direct view.
Honeycomb-core style	The source material includes honeycomb-core anti-glare planning.	Use when visual comfort is important near walking or seating zones.
Radar-dome style	The source material includes radar-dome style anti-glare planning.	Review when the visual form or shielding effect must match the project look.
Panel options	The MA source material shows round, square, semi, dual, triple and quad panel directions.	Choose the panel style with the paving material and architecture in mind.

MA80 versus nearby MA family choices

Model	Source power range	Use it when	Related page
MA50	4-5W	The target is smaller and the recessed point should stay compact.	MA50 in-ground light
MA64	6-8W	The project needs a step up from compact accent lighting but not MA80 scale.	MA64 in-ground light
MA80	10-12W	The target needs medium-output recessed uplighting with multiple beam options.	MA80 in-ground light
MA100	15-18W	The facade or landscape target needs a larger housing and stronger output range.	MA100 in-ground light
MA120	18-24W	The project needs the largest MA family option for higher-output recessed planning.	MA120 in-ground light

Buyer inputs before quotation

Input	Why it matters	Example note
Target object	Tree, wall, column and plaza edge need different beam choices.	"Four-meter stone column beside entrance."
Fixture distance	Distance changes whether the same optic looks narrow, balanced or too wide.	"Fixture can sit one meter from wall base."
Ground structure	Cut-out and drainage checks depend on the paving or soil build-up.	"Stone paving with prepared sleeve area."
Visual comfort	Anti-glare choice depends on nearby walking, seating and window positions.	"Guests walk directly beside the uplight line."
Panel preference	Panel style affects how the fixture blends into the daytime surface.	"Round panel preferred for this paving zone."
Approval file needs	Some projects need source-file data, drawings or option sheets before approval.	"Please confirm available files for the selected version."

Common MA80 selection mistakes

Mistake	Why it creates problems	Safer approach
Choosing by wattage only	Power range does not decide beam width, glare control or target fit.	Review target, distance, beam and viewing angle together.
Ignoring the construction opening	A correct fixture can still fail the project if the cut-out is not practical.	Check cut-out, sleeve space and ground build-up before quotation.
Using one beam for all zones	Columns, trees, walls and plaza edges rarely need the same beam effect.	Mark each zone and select optics by target role.
Skipping anti-glare review	Recessed uplights can become uncomfortable when people stand close to the beam.	Review shielding options and main sight lines early.
Forgetting daytime appearance	The panel style remains visible even when the light is off.	Match panel direction with paving, facade material and design language.

FAQ: MA80 in-ground LED uplight

What is MA80 best used for?

MA80 is best used for medium-output recessed uplighting on facade bases, columns, villa landscapes, pathway edges, plaza details, trees and sculptures where MA64 may be too small and MA100 may be larger than needed.

Is MA80 a fixed 12W product?

The source file lists MA80 as a 10-12W model. The page keeps the existing 12W URL identity, but the visible selection guidance treats the product as a source-backed 10-12W range.

Which beam angle should be selected?

Start with target height, target width, fixture distance and viewing angle. Narrower beam options suit tighter or taller targets, while wider options suit softer coverage on broader surfaces.

Why does the cut-out size matter?

A recessed fixture must fit the real ground structure. The source file gives a cut-out reference, but the paving build-up, sleeve space and drainage route still need project confirmation.

When should an anti-glare option be reviewed?

Review anti-glare options whenever people walk, sit or look across the fixture line. The choice depends on beam direction, fixture position and the main viewing angle.

How is MA80 different from MA100 or MA120?

MA80 sits in the middle of the MA family at 10-12W, while MA100 and MA120 use larger power ranges and housing sizes. Choose the model by target scale, cut-out space and desired visual effect.

What should be sent before quotation?

Send project photos or drawings, target height, fixture distance, ground structure, panel preference, beam expectation, visual-comfort concerns and any approval-file request for the selected version.

Related Radiant Honor pages

Use these pages to compare MA80 with adjacent recessed uplights and broader facade-lighting planning before final project confirmation.