how many amps are required per strip?
2080894
No clue man.... seems I recall reading somewhere that you could couple up to 16 strings... must equate to a pretty low amp draw... google it...!
1887187
I measured 1.25amps for one 5m string of cool whites at 12 volts, so you might just be able to run 2 strings off a 30w supply as that would be 2.5amps. Might need to watch the temperature of the power supply. I opted for a 5amp/60w supply to run 2 strips in my attic installation (since it can get quite hot up there), and if needed I could add a 3rd strip w/o issue with that supply. Not that much more expensive for a few extra amps of supply.
2196
I am not sure wgich strip you are asking about. I bought the 300 led's and 600 led's. They are 24 watt and 46 watt. You need to use at least 2 amp for the 24 watt and 3.5 for the 46 watt. The formula to use if I remember it correctly is : Watts=volt X ampSo, at 24 watt, you divide 24 watt by 12 volts and you get 2 ampsHope this helps
947834
You will need an additional converter. The strip is capable of using both voltages but does not convert voltages
1439598
I've had as many as 4 strips connected together with one power supply with no issues. The power supply has a limit of how much power it can supply based on the amount of amps each strip needs, do the math (using specs), and plan accordingly.
2195
I am using a 12v 2A power supply for 4 strips and it works fine. It's this one: HitLights LED Power Adapter Transformer with 110VAC to 12VDC, 2 Amp, 24 watt, black
1848696
It seems to me that the strips are over-rated for there power draw. I have one string of 300 3528's that are rated at 24 watts, but only draw 1.2 amps (14.4 watts). I have another double density (600 3528's) and it is rated at 48 watts, but draws 1.9 amps (about 24 watts). Both are run from this power supply set to 12.0 volts. So if your strips are the 300 3528's, then this power supply will easily power them with some spare.
598999
Hello:According to power requirement on these strip, each require 60 Wall, 3 strips will be total of 180 Watt so you will need a 300 Watt power supply
847370
Yes, though you have to make sure that your power source has the proper amperage to carry it. I'm sure that 10-15 meters is fine. Just make sure that you have enough power to supply the strips and aren't overloading the power source.
1689321
You can wire as many as you'd like, just keep in mind you will have to provide sufficient amperage to power all the strips. So if each strip is 2A and 12V each and you wire 4 together then you will need a power source that provides 12V DC and 8A of power
618383
I have used this unit with a power strip with no problem. However, since this unit uses 1.2 amp of power,the power strip has to be rated for 1.2 amp or more.
1283285
If your taking about LED light strips, first you need to know what the Amp draw is for the lights. That can vary based on the number of lights / ft and the kind of lights. The last ones I used had 3/4" space between lights and were rated at .7 watts / ft. The next thing you need to know is the specs on the transformers. The transformers that I used supplied 2000 mA or 2 amps. One thing we learn in basic electricity is that 1 watt = 1 volt x 1 amp. So, that means each 16' strip of lights requires x 16 x .7 or 11.2 watts. Therefore, since V x A = W 12v x 2 amps = 24 watts. That means that the transformers that I selected will only supply 24 watts each. Conclusion based on my transformers they would only power 2 strips each. So Alicia, if the light strips are close to each other, I would look for a transformer that could produce higher amps. and only need 1 or 2 transformers.
692660
20 feet is no problem for one light strip. Typically, a single reel of lights only draws about 3 amps at 12 volts. If you are powering multiple strips, you will need to use a wire sized to carry the maximum amperage you plan to draw. Since this power supply can provide about 30 amps, you should use 12 gauge wire if you plan to maximally load the power supply.
1520394
Only one strip, you could maybe get away with two. You'll need to purchase an RGB amplifiers for the additional strips
1761658
I'm not much of an expert to answer. The strips my wife uses in the next Ez meter are 7308. I think that is all that will work. Sorry I don't have more info.
1239566
The strip light requires an LED driver with 110 V in and 12 V out, which is purchased separately. That's the best I can tell you.
1259340
in an electrical world W/V=Amps you will need 12vDC at 3 amps per strip. Not to say it will not work but it will not be as bright throughout the entire ribbon. you will notice that it will fade as the distance gets longer.