I have a SS 525CS LT surrounding my garden. My question is; can I put a current reducer, such as a dimmer, to the transformer?
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I'm sure you can reduce the output, but probably not with a dimmer designed for 120 volt service or with typical 120 volt transformers. You'd need more knowledge than I have and a transformer designed for the output of your system, probably available online
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First you have to ask the manufacturer if those are dimmable lights. If so you will have no problem the transformer.
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I doubt so. The unit is pretty much identical to any AC-DC converter you might find for any other electronic device, and they are built to expect a constant supply of power. The input specs on the unit also indicate it's input range would not accomidate a dimmer from what I can see. Your best bet from what I can see would be to purchase one of the PWM dimmer packages available if you would like to dim the lights off of this unit.
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They are dimmable, but they run at 12 volts. If your transformer is a 12 volt unit designed for MR16 lights, then it will work.
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If this is the 12v version then as long as the total current is within the range of your transformer, it should work. I don't recommend it though, as these draw more current than typical landscape lights.If it is the 120V version, no, it cannot be used.
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Everything is housed in the lights shell, there is no external transformer. I have 7 of these lights on my property and they are excellent, bright and low power consumption with a photo sensor that turns them off during the daytime.
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As long as your Transformer support LED bulbs yes you can use the Bi Pin JC type LED bulbs. We do have it available with the LED bulbs for sale. LED Low Voltage Landscape Mushroom Light Rust Finish
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No, it would burn out the transformer eventually. The system offers 2 or 3 light settings which I have found sufficient.
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Hello,Unfortunately It is impossible.If you want to use, you need to choice over 1200W transformer.Please check below site.This is just sample for you.http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=transformer+kashimura+2000&rh;=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Atransformer+kashimura+2000My best Regards.
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Mine work fine on my existing 12 Volt AC transformer. Even though this MR16 is dimmable you cannot use a solid-state dimmer on a transformer.
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This dimmer is for 12 to 24 volts DC. DO NOT wire this to a 110 volt AC circuit. This is used in RV and Marine lighting powered off the batteries. If you are attempting to dim 12volt DC lights on your 110 v system you will need a step down transformer from 110v to 12v. The dimmer goes between the step down transformer and the lights. 12 volts in to the dimmer and 12 volts out that will now dim your lights. Hope this helps?
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I wouldn't think so. I suggest that you contact the seller, they are very good responding on the phone. They may offer a transformer for your application.
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I have always used magnetic low voltage dimmers. That's what I was told and I have never tried a conventional dimmer. I would say no.
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I doubt it. Better to put a dimmer AFTER the converter block. That is how I run my LED lights, and it works flawlessly *PROVIDED YOU HAVE DIMMABLE LED LIGHTS*. Mine are remote-controlled 16' Cool White CREE strings, and they work flawlessly when dimmed *AFTER* the converter. The power OUT lines are connected to the dimmer unit, and the dimmer unit is connected to the LED string leads. I wouldn't try to put a dimmer on the 120V side, but that's just me.
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Hi Nicholas, I can't speak for the switch model you mention, but we are using the Lutron CL Dimmer (Toggler CL) rated at 150 watts for CFL and LED lights (600 watts for incandescent/halogen). Specific model is TGCL-153PH-WH (white). We are using it on the 120v/ac side of the transformer, with 12v Xenon and/or LED lights on the other side, and it works fine. Switch also works well with dimmable 120v LED lights. OOPS - realized this IS NOT an "occupancy" switch - sorry. 'Hope this helps. - Paul
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These lights are great, but I don't believe they can be dimmed. At least nothing about dimming support was mentioned with the product documentation and the transformer is expecting 110~120V. They aren't too bright though where I've found a case where I wanted them to be dimmed.
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I switched from the lamps to the LED units and used the old transformer from the initial installation. Obvious much larger than necessary since these LED's are rated at 2 watts. A smaller transformer of 40 watts will work fine with plenty of reserve to add more fixtures.