I have six Malibu 8301-9601-01 50 watt flood lights for a total of 300watts. Will this transformer be able to handle.
2090977
I have the same Malibu lighting system but only use the walkway lights not floods. However, if your total wattage does not exceed 300 watts, there is no reason this transformer cannot handle it. It does have a slight buzz sound (very faint) and I had to replace mine unit once several years ago. I think you are good to go.
2090978
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!
2090979
If your total wattage is 300 watts, I would go with a transformer that has a higher capacity than 300 watts or use multiple transformers. The pros recommend leaving at least a 10% leeway. Alternatively, convert to LED bulbs in your fixtures, which would draw considerably less wattage and save power.
2090980
This timer is very noisy and poor quality. We returned ours and bought another one.
2090981
I don't think it's big enough. I have 12 lights equal to about 150 watts, so all my lights are nice & bright. I was told by several people to have a larger transformer than needed or the lights further from the transformer will be dimmer.
552217
I looked and both Hampton Bay and Malibu have low voltage transformers that will power this light. The transforer should be listed as "12 volt low voltage transformer". Personally I had a pretty old Malibu (Intermatic) transformer that I hooked the Paradise light to and it worked perfectly. The main thing I would "think" to watch for is the wattage of the transformer. The Paradise light is listed as a 20 watt light. 5 lights would be 100 watts and it's never wise to run any lighting transformer at the Maximum rating. I would think a 200 watt transformer would work nicely with 1-8 20 watt lights. I looked and both Hampton Bay and Malibu have low voltage transformers that will power this light. The transforer should be listed as "12 volt low voltage transformer". Personally I had a pretty old Malibu (Intermatic) transformer that I hooked the Paradise light to and it worked perfectly. The main thing I would "think" to watch for is the wattage of the transformer. The Paradise light is listed as a 20 watt light. 5 lights would be 100 watts and it's never wise to run any lighting transformer at the Maximum rating. I would think a 200 watt transformer would work... » Read More I looked and both Hampton Bay and Malibu have low voltage transformers that will power this light. The transforer should be listed as "12 volt low voltage transformer". Personally I had a pretty old Malibu (Intermatic) transformer that I hooked the Paradise light to and it worked perfectly. The main thing I would "think" to watch for is the wattage of the transformer. The Paradise light is listed as a 20 watt light. 5 lights would be 100 watts and it's never wise to run any lighting transformer at the Maximum rating. I would think a 200 watt transformer would work nicely with 1-8 20 watt lights. « Show Less
2083730
Yes, as long as they are 12 volt lights. The Malibu lights should work just fine, and you will probably like this transformer much better.
1255759
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.
1599382
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.
2083733
Assuming your lights are 12 VDC and maximum number of fixtures(lights) do not exceed transformer wattage rating, should work fine.
1181545
You need to make sure the voltage on your transformer is large enough to handle the bulbs you put in. For example if you use 7 watt bulbs and you have 10 lights, that your transformer is set up for that much wattage total 70 watts.
162685
I don't think so. The transformer needs full power from your wall socket. You would insert a 12 volt dimmer between this device and your string of lights.
1203585
As long as it physically fits in your fixture, I don't see why not? As mentioned in other responses you will have to deal with our yankee plugs. The response saying that the "ampage" [sic] is too low, seems to have little basis: what you need to worry about is that you stay within the power rating of the transformer. If you are looking at this transformer, I assume your "picture lights" have 12 volt bulbs with a rating less than 75 watts. The fixtures I replaced transformers in have 3 20W 12V bulbs....
1889680
This 120 watt power transformer can replace the DA-120 which also produces 120 watts. You should determine how many lights you will use, add up the wattage. This will give you a minimal base to start. If you think you'll add more lights/fixtures in the future or perhaps higher wattage bulbs, purchase a larger transformer. The total wattage along the run determines the power of the transformer plus add about 10% for the loss in the line if over 50ft., or if you have a large amount of lights within the line. Hope this is what you are asking about?
102690
Donald and Richard are correct. You need a 12 volt transformer used for low voltage landscape lighting. Wattage should be at least 20 watts (not "low wattage") plus total wattage of any other lights you want to power with the transformer. Amazon or Lowes has them.
1526826
This transformers output is in DC (direct current) voltage, so if the 6 bulbs that you are trying to power are DC and 12volt, then yes it would work. However, if your bulbs are AC (alternating current) and anything other than 12volts, this transformer will not work. You will have to find a rating for the bulbs that you are trying to light. This transformers purpose is to take 120 volt AC current (the type of current your house uses) and change it to 12 volt DC power (the type of current your car uses) for use on whatever bulb or device is 12 volt DC current, under 150 watts.
2083729
As long as it is dc lighting. Don't exceed 300watts per circuit. I retro fitted 50watt halogen flood lights with 4watt led bulbs and all is good
1814976
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.
768617
It depends on your transformer. For instance my transformer is 88 watts and I have 10 Malibu lights, so I use 7 watt bulbs. Keep total wattage at or below total wattage of your transformer.
509734
I am sure you can drive three of the 16' 300 LED strips. I currently have this transformer driving 2 16' 300 SMD LED strips plus a lot of other LED lights like 20 Focus lights, 16 deck lights and 8 bulbs (with 13 smd leds in each). I have been very happy with this transformer
862200
if you have 13 lights and they are 4 watts, that would be a total of 52 watts, you should be fine! I run 10 lights with 7 watts. and have for three or four years.