I purchased six of these lights for a total of 300 watts. Can you make a suggestion as to what type of transformer and wattage I should use .
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Minimum of 300 watts. I have Intermatic, they work fine, never had a problem. I originally had an 88 watt system, then expanded and purchased another Intermatic, this time 300 watts. If you don't have enough wattage, the lights will come on, but will be dim.
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Putting LED bulbs in let's you use less power from the transformer. Looks the same too. Get the most for your money on the transformer. You may want to expand.
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Good morning, I would suggest buying a transformer that is rated 100 a watts more than your light fixtures. Also, if you are going to add any additional lights, now woul be a good time to figure that in do you don't have to buy an additional transformer down the road. Hope this helps.
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I purchased the Malibu 3100-13000-01. It's been running for couple of years now with no problems. However, I can only use 6 lights with it. Perfect for me.
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If your transformer truly outputs AC you may not want this light. It will try to run on only half of the power half the time because the rest of the time the electricity is going in the wrong direction for this DC device, that will either make it run poorly or not at all. It will also likely shorten it's lifespan. Double check your transformer for output markings if it is an AC transformer with a rectifier that outputs DC then these lights should work fine. Mine have worked well for about a year or so. **Note** They don't like water so if you do use them make sure your fixtures seal.
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I wanted the same thing, thinking however I'd switch the halogens out for LED. Didn't like the look and the transformer for some reason would make the lights flash after it got warm. Not entirely sure since I had 10 lights at 4 watts each, for a total of 40 and the transformer is designed for 100 watts. You can "build your own" with other transformers and lights, but that makes it very pricey $$$$ fast. The simple answer is no, you can't go beyond whatever your transformer is rated. It becomes a fire hazard.
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IF they are 12V 4 watt? Then Yes, just remember to add up all the watts (each lights wattage) and be sure the total does not exceed the transformer wattage.
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it depends how many watts you need. If your item needs a power less than 300 or 400 Watt the transformer will be enough
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Determine your ref's wattage and multiply by 3 (just to be safe). Thats your ideal transformer wattage.
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The transformer is marked 100w and it comes with 5 20w lights. I'm sure there's some safety margin, but if you're looking for more light it might be better to get a different kit.
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You need a 110 volt to 12 v. DC transformer, sold separately. You "plug" the lights into the transformer (be sure to get one with the matching DC plug on one end) and plug the other 110-120 v. plug into an outlet, and they should "play." Recommend you get a higher wattage transformer than the rating for the lights. One of mine burned out less than a month after installation. Replacement has double the wattage and works fine.
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I am not an electrician but I also read that the minimum load was 50 watts. See: http://www.lightology.com/index.php?module=prod_detail∏_id=17080I have used the product for about 10 years for my low voltage lights and without a problem. The previous transformer, installed by a contractor, overheated. So I have been very happy with this product.
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Yes...there are different size transformers...but with any low volt or line volt lighting simply take the total wattage of the lighting strip..(60ft.) say maybe 200 watt....and divide by your voltage which I believe is 12v. on these...this would be 16.66 amps.....so make sure the wire you run from the transformer is rated at least 20 amps.....(#12 wire) This should work for you and be safe.....Make sure your transformer wattage output is equal to or less than your strip light wattage.
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The transformer handles 100 watts. The halogens are 20 watts each so 5 is the limit. If you switch to LED bulbs you can triple the number of lamps. I don't know whether you can buy just the fixtures from the manufacturer. I bought two complete packages and then just put all the lamps on one 20 foot run using LED bulbs. The LEDS are brighter and run way cooler too.
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I believe each roll of these lights draws 24 watts (since they're double density). 3 rolls x 24w = 72 watts minimum transformer. I understand that you should really have more headroom than the minimum, therefore making your transformer requirements more in the 80+ range. I haven't used one, but I understand there are in-line boosters available. That may be the way to go for you since it will make sure you won't lose brightness toward the end of your run. I am a newbie with these lights, but interested in optimal and safe results.
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You will need a 12 volt transformer and low voltage cable. The size of the transformer depends on how many lights you are using and their combined wattage. If you are using LED lights a 44 watt transformer will be sufficient. The transformer is plugged into an electrical outlet. You will need sufficient low voltage cable to cover the distance from the transformer to the light placement.
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You will need a low voltage lighting transformer (http://www.amazon.com/Intermatic-ML44T-Voltage-Lighting-Transformer/dp/B0002YTPLY/ref=pd_sim_hi_31?ie=UTF8&refRID;=0K2K0MVT28WZ7426ZJ1K) and cable (http://www.amazon.com/Paradise-GL22131-Voltage-50-Foot-Landscape/dp/B00378K8WC/ref=pd_bxgy_hi_text_y)Links provided are only examples. If you plan to add more lights around your house, get a transformer large enough to handle them. Also, cable comes in different guages and should be selected to handle all the power the transformer is rated for.
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Hello yes transformer is rated for up to 75 watt six fixture by 11 watt will be 66 watt.Thanks
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Are you using an electronic or magnetic transformer? Electronic transformers can have a minimum watt requirement before they will light the bulbs. A workaround can be adding an incandescent bulb or two to your circuit to reach this threshold. I am successfully using the old 200 Watt magnetic transformer to power seven of these LEDs without problems. I am using a transformer with a rotary motor time controller that is similar to Max Wattage 200W - Input Voltage 120V - Plastic Housing - Intermatic ML200RT
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Lisa you can only put as many pendants as u want as long the transformer wattage(300w) is more than total wattage of all your pendants otherwise(6 of 50 watts pendants) u will blow ur transformer. check this out: http://www.lightingdirect.com/kovacs-gkth1001-50w-xenon-mini-pendant-head-from-the-gk-lightrail-collection/p308090.enjoy