how can I use this tester/ how would I wire it up to test the amperage on a 12v led light strip tape? like this http://www.amazon.com/Lampux-Flexible-
1264289
This unit does come with wiring instructions. If your wiring to something over a certain amperage, then you need to use the shunt.
2247351
I haven't had a chance to test the tester out. There are sites on the internet you can check on and I tried to find some instructions on this - sorry.
1444830
That sure is a good Question. I checked the product again and it does not state how many amps. I am going to use it with my LED light strip which only has a couple of amps but I would not use it for something bigger.
1649166
To the best of my knowledge you have a different problem: Instructions say to not extend one 'string' of LEDs to greater than the standard reel length because the conductors on the flexible strip can not handle greater currents. So if you are going longer than one reel, you need to power that separately.
2227751
This is used primarily in 2 ways: you have a controller without enough power to drive a full RGB strip, or you want longer strips and need an amplifier between 16ft lengths. If your controller can drive any 12V RGB lights then it can drive this, and you put all your amperage intensive LED strips onto this amp. And if you just need more length, you put one of these at the end of the strip you are running and drive it with the first one, then the output drives the next strip.
435992
I did actually did the very same to some degree. I connected only two light strips & it works fine. Can't see why only one strip won't work.The draw [amps] is well under the transformer's limit. If you think about it , if one section goes out. the remaining should still power up. Hope this helps, Edwood
41135
I measured amps through each of the LEDs I bought. One shows 24Ma and the other 26ma. As usual when using leds, amperage is negligible unless you are using quite a few or they are superbrights as in stoplights or turnsignals where there are usually more than one led.
1055797
We are happy to hear you enjoy your new LED Light Kit, and appreciate your inquiry. If you will please elaborate more on the connector you are needing, we will be able to better assist you. If you are needing additional light strips, we will list these available for purchase. If you are wishing a different type of connector we will need to know what type of connector you are looking for. We look forward to your response, and being able to assist you. Thank You SunWave
918688
I used wire of the same gauge. I bought it at Walmart. I made sure to use the same gauge so it wouldn't burn out the lights by sending to much power. I tested it before I installed them and it worked fine. I mounted them and one of the 48" strips didn't work and one of the smaller strips had two colors that burn out. I should have know with the low cost it might break. I wouldn't buy this again. I have green neon from streetglow under another car of mine and it was $120 and has been flawless for four years. DON'T BUY THIS PRODUCT!!
2132903
I just plugged the lamp into average wall outlet, Not an electrical expert by any stretch. Just know I plugged it into bathroom wall outlet, didn't blow a fuse and the lamp worked. That's all I needed. I don't know what a 20AMP breaker is. As for fixture, I use a photographer's shell, for lack of a better word, an aluminum or whatever metal wide mouth cone like simple fixture because these fixtures usually have some kind of clamp attached to them for positioning.
1372317
You should use good gauge wire and a relay they pull a lot of amps .if you can afford to get the led light bar they are brighter and wide angle and spotlight in one light.
382040
I ordered mine for controlling LED strip arrays, but there is no reason why this product could not control any type of lighting that uses 12 VDC as long as the current limits are observed. From an initial contact with this firm, I understand this device has a maximum rating of 60 watts, which would equate to a current draw of 5 amps at 12 VDC.As an electronics technologist of long standing, I normally would not run any controlling device at any more than 80% of it's maximum load and would prefer to use only 60% of load maximum for long life. That would mean no more than about 35-40 watts in normal use. Hope this helps... I ordered mine for controlling LED strip arrays, but there is no reason why this product could not control any type of lighting that uses 12 VDC as long as the current limits are observed. From an initial contact with this firm, I understand this device has a maximum rating of 60 watts, which would equate to a current draw of 5 amps at 12 VDC.As an electronics technologist of long standing, I normally would not run any controlling device at any more than 80% of it's maximum load and would prefer to use only 60% of load maximum for long life. That would mean no more than about 35-40... » Read More I ordered mine for controlling LED strip arrays, but there is no reason why this product could not control any type of lighting that uses 12 VDC as long as the current limits are observed. From an initial contact with this firm, I understand this device has a maximum rating of 60 watts, which would equate to a current draw of 5 amps at 12 VDC.As an electronics technologist of long standing, I normally would not run any controlling device at any more than 80% of it's maximum load and would prefer to use only 60% of load maximum for long life. That would mean no more than about 35-40 watts in normal use. Hope this helps... « Show Less
1285918
This will only work with mono colored Led strips. It will work with power adapters with 12V adapters needed for most led strips with a max of 12A.
1084441
Connect red leads together. Connect black leads together.( the thinner red and black leads are to power the meter itself. Even a 9v battery could be used to make this portable! ). Make sure you use a voltmeter to keep track of the polarities throughout this procedure. ( Might as well let the panel power the meter too). Now connect the double red leads to the + output of the panel and the double black leads to the - of the panel. (The meter should come on and display the voltage at this point). Next connect the blue lead to the - side of the load, ( charge controller). The +side of the load, charge controller should be connected directly to the + of the panel. You also could connect this meter, instead to the output of the charge controller. Live by the code..... Measure twice, cut once!!! You can also use just the voltmeter part or just the ammeter part too. Remember the voltmeter is going in parallel to the panel and the ammeter is going in SERIES to the panel and charge controller. I tried to include a diagram below but it had to be in text format, hope this helped. +......................................................red(both)................................................................................+ Panel METER Load NEG ...........................blk(both)...... ...blu........................................................- Open cable from panel here^
1504584
If you are trying for voltage you can use this tester. If you looking for anperage you need a multimeter. I need a little more information to properly answer your question. But if you need volts in an outlet you need to set meter to ac current and plug one probe into hot terminal on outlet and other probe to neutral or ground.
864507
so far, I have linked 2 light strips together with no problem. just make sure that your power adaptor uses the most amps possible without damaging your strips. I believe the most you can use is a 12V 5amp adaptor.
2147080
I have two strips running off one dash light in my car which operates on a 12 volt battery(this isnt to say that the strips are getting all 12 volts). if i had my tools on me i would run out and open it up again to measure for you.