Can I also add in series 3-4 sets (40') using the same 12 volt transformer?
2005573
Yes, provided that the 'transformer' can provide enough amps to drive all of the strings.
1261984
Yes, you can. I have this transformer the whole time for my summer vacation last year with no problem, I also brought some electronic stuff back and brought another transformer and use here in US.
2074199
Don, I really do not know. I have four unite, I have not tried adding additional units on, sorry. Just FYI plug units directly into the wall socket do not plug them into a surge protector or any sort of a power strip which is then plugged into the wall, the feed back will terrible. Sorry I couldn't answer your question. Glenn
1668654
Sounds like you're trying to use them in a motor home. The input/output specs aren't listed on the fixture so the transformer requirements you'd need are unknown. I've never seen an output this bright coming from a 12 volt source. Good luck.
1627363
Yes. But I would put an online fuse equal to the output of the transformer in milliamps.
411436
You should be fine: 40ft of 12AWG wire is about 0.1 ohm. I'll assume you are using around a 12V supply at the 80W so the current is 6.8Amps (80W/12V = amps). That says you'll drop about 0.68V (6.8Amps * 0.1ohms = volts dropped) in 40ft of wire, which means you'll get about 11.3V at the LED's (12V supply - 0.68V drop). That should be no problem. Since your're buying 100ft, you can cut the voltage drop in half (to 0.32V drop) by doubling up the wire for the 40ft or run it in a loop back to the transformer. (Make sure the you don't cross the wires) but most LED strings run fine from 9V-15V.
2081701
The package came with a three level dimmer control that I did not need - my interest was only in the transformer.I would think that this three level dimmer could be used as a substitute ; the compatibility of the connector would be the only matter to investigate,
1868337
yes you can...most multi tap transformers have room for 2-3 home run wires such as 12/2 direct burial.
1016440
If it's just a well calculated transformer, yes you can. But won't know for sure until someone breaks into the housing and checks. Logically, for 8 bucks I'd surmise there's some basic circuitry to limit and regulate the voltage so you don't burn the devices down the line. So buy one, pop it open, see if you have to flip a diode or two.
959252
as long as you have a total of 48 volts- 4 x 12volt or 8 x 6 volt batteries wired in series
770669
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 divideby 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.
814540
Emily, no ... the end connectors can stay loose and exposed. You only need a repeater if you plan to string more than two sets together. However, rather than using a repeater, I swapped out the original transformer with an 8 amp version from LEDwholsalers (8 Amp 12 Volt Ac Power Adapter with 3 Prong Plug with 5 Mm Dc Output Jack, 3224-12V), which has no trouble powering three 16.4 strips.
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Yes, you can add up to 2 more. If you upgrade to the LED bulbs, you can string up to 30 lights on the same 48 Watt transformer transformer. The Led bulbs only draw 1 Watt apiece and there is the resistance of the wire to consider. I added about 30 extra feet of wire and have strung together 24 lights on the same 48 Watt transformer and it works fine. Pretty Cool Set Up. Look for Zone Tech LED replacements for Malibu Landscape light 5 LED SMD SMT 194 T10 Wedge Base Warm White 12V DC/AC 1407WW (Pack of 8 sells for about ($9). I bought 3 packs of 8 on Amazon the same time I bought the Malibu Light set. A very good deal for the price. Good Luck with your project. Yes, you can add up to 2 more. If you upgrade to the LED bulbs, you can string up to 30 lights on the same 48 Watt transformer transformer. The Led bulbs only draw 1 Watt apiece and there is the resistance of the wire to consider. I added about 30 extra feet of wire and have strung together 24 lights on the same 48 Watt transformer and it works fine. Pretty Cool Set Up. Look for Zone Tech LED replacements for Malibu Landscape light 5 LED SMD SMT 194 T10 Wedge Base Warm White 12V DC/AC 1407WW (Pack of 8 sells for about ($9). I bought 3 packs of 8 on Amazon the same time I bought the Malibu... » Read More Yes, you can add up to 2 more. If you upgrade to the LED bulbs, you can string up to 30 lights on the same 48 Watt transformer transformer. The Led bulbs only draw 1 Watt apiece and there is the resistance of the wire to consider. I added about 30 extra feet of wire and have strung together 24 lights on the same 48 Watt transformer and it works fine. Pretty Cool Set Up. Look for Zone Tech LED replacements for Malibu Landscape light 5 LED SMD SMT 194 T10 Wedge Base Warm White 12V DC/AC 1407WW (Pack of 8 sells for about ($9). I bought 3 packs of 8 on Amazon the same time I bought the Malibu Light set. A very good deal for the price. Good Luck with your project. « Show Less
789652
If the limit on your transformer is 100 W and you have 52W installed now, then you can only add 4 of these because the bulbs are 10W.
39820
I'm not familiar with the particular product you mention, but the strips I use are limited to using two 16ft lengths linked together. It would appear that at the very least, you need a larger transformer. The quality of the manufacturer's product often times is also of significance. That being said, I've found these transformers to be amongst the most compatible available.
1313421
you can't do that. in a 120 volt environment I would cap the one set and only connect the other. You only need 120 volts
1942327
I used 110 to the transformer...but don't see why you couldn't if the voltage was the same. You'd have to clip the plug and wire directly.