Can the transformer be left outside, is it weather proof? Also, are each bulb .3watt, so .6w in total? Thanks.
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Yes transformer is weather proof have mine mounted under pool deck these lights r awesome .6 watts per light very little energy used. I install landscape lighting for a living and these r very nice for the price and simple to install
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I replaced mine with a 3 watt LED spot bulb which is much brighter, fits in the large housing, and won't need to be changed for a very long time. With these bulbs, you can also use many more fixtures like this on the same transformer.
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Mine does not run hot. I am using all LED floods, 3 watt each, so probably not even 100 W for me. I changed from 20 Watt halogens in each of my lights, so significant reduction in draw on the transformer. I don't remember what it was like before.
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HI Grammy - I have been using the transformer for a light and not had any issues running for 5 or 6 hours an evening - the box gets warm but not dangerously so.
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That is what I use mine on. Add up bulb wattage, should be less than wattage of transformer. I use LED bulbs and can use over a hundred on one 88W transformer, Malibu uses 7W incandescent so 11 or 12 would be the limit.
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I have had a previous model of this for 6 years. It has been on our back porch in PA, uncovered, for all 6 years. Through rain, hurricane, heat and feet of snow. The lights on one side stopped working, but everything else continues to work perfectly. I am not advocating abusing yours, just saying how tough it is.
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I put it 2 months ago outside and I don't have any problems I highly recommend this lights. Just clean the wall before install. This lights works with 12 volts or 120.
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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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Brighter than I expected! It is the best outdoor, low voltage light I have bought! It would compare to a 60W bulb at min. I would also suggest placing it in concrete or another more permanent means of installation. Hope that helps.
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All transformers are multipurpose. You just need to make sure that it will supply the necessary amperage for your application. This transformer is weatherproof, others are not. Again, this is another consideration to take into account.
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I think its pretty weather resistant, wouldn't say waterproof though. As long as your not in a hurricane downpour I think it will hold up pretty well. Would not submerge it though. I have yet to find a brighter light. This is my second Thor light in 10 years, the first was a Thor X 10 million. Bulbs and batteries are replaceable as well. The bulbs are basicly car headlamps.
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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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Your landscape lighting still runs electricity, so no the lights will not work if there is no power to the transformer. As far as when the power comes back on( we lost power last month in an ice storm), I had no issues with the transformer coming back on and being on the automatic mode...which is the setting I leave it on.
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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&prod_id=17080 I 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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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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I have four of these transformers in my yard lighting system. Each is rated at 300 watts so you should be good. I run several systems almost right at 300 watts and they do fine. I did have one transformer timer fail after four years, but Intermatic replaced it within four days. Exceptional customer service!
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It's like day and night if you compare these with old malibu's. Another word, much better. Remember it is either 4w/7w versus 20w/10w. Yes, I switch to 10w bulb to install more and save energy on same trnsformer. I am no expert in measuring power effectiveness, but keep in mind a 300w transformer can lose some punches over a 220 feet 12/14/16 gauge low-voltage cable(think about cable signal strength from post to your house from your tv/internet provider). If I were you, I'll do 20 of them using 10w bulbs instead. That should be a safe bet. These are really nice and you'll love them.