is this product used to add more than the number of lights to a controller.. example the controller only puts out 4 amps of power but you need 8 amps? Meaning the controller can only controll 2 strands of led lights and you want it to controll 4 strands..
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I think so.i use d the controller to connect 2 rolls of led light 16 feet. More roll u need more amp Hope i answer ur question
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You can connect the output end of one string to the input end of another string. You will have to disconnect the 12V supply from input end of the string to do this. You can likely run 10 or 15 strings of lights from one of the 12v supplies.
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Hello, Since this unit is 50 watt you can use at least a 5-10 amp controller. If you want to add more panels in the future you may want to consider a 30A controller. Other than the panel you also need cables to run from panel to controller and cables to run from controller to a battery/set of batteries. Let us know if we can help with anything else. Regards, AW
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I ordered mine for controlling LED strip arrays, but there is no reason why this product could not control any type of lighting that uses 12 VDC as long as the current limits are observed. From an initial contact with this firm, I understand this device has a maximum rating of 60 watts, which would equate to a current draw of 5 amps at 12 VDC.As an electronics technologist of long standing, I normally would not run any controlling device at any more than 80% of it's maximum load and would prefer to use only 60% of load maximum for long life. That would mean no more than about 35-40 watts in normal use. Hope this helps... I ordered mine for controlling LED strip arrays, but there is no reason why this product could not control any type of lighting that uses 12 VDC as long as the current limits are observed. From an initial contact with this firm, I understand this device has a maximum rating of 60 watts, which would equate to a current draw of 5 amps at 12 VDC.As an electronics technologist of long standing, I normally would not run any controlling device at any more than 80% of it's maximum load and would prefer to use only 60% of load maximum for long life. That would mean no more than about 35-40... » Read More I ordered mine for controlling LED strip arrays, but there is no reason why this product could not control any type of lighting that uses 12 VDC as long as the current limits are observed. From an initial contact with this firm, I understand this device has a maximum rating of 60 watts, which would equate to a current draw of 5 amps at 12 VDC.As an electronics technologist of long standing, I normally would not run any controlling device at any more than 80% of it's maximum load and would prefer to use only 60% of load maximum for long life. That would mean no more than about 35-40 watts in normal use. Hope this helps... « Show Less
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While I can't tell you about the lighting requirements I want to caution you that you cannot effectively add lights to this system. The controller is capable of driving more lights than the kit comes with but current USA doesn't sell this 12 volt light except as a kit so you'll have to buy two controllers, two power transformers etc. if you decide to add lights youl be better off buying the ramp timer pro separately, a 24 volt transformer and true lumen pro lights. The advantage is those are brighter and you have a selection of colors and lengths to choose from.
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As others have stated, it's for the remote control. We have two of these and I can control both of them with one remote when setting them on the same setting. I also e-mailed Mr. Beams customer service before purchasing and they also stated you can control multiple lights with one remote.
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It matters what model you have. This controller is for a single color led strip. Example Cool white etc. If your strip is RGB(multi color) it could work, but you would only be able to control one color, or control all colors to produce white light.
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These simply repeat whatever signal is put into it, with a power boost. This is useful for having only 1 controller, but using these you can send that signal with plenty of power to however many strips and repeaters you want. For my build, I used a 360w power supply and 5 of these repeaters to power and send signals to about 10 RGB LED strips (2 strips per repeater) with just 1 controller. What I used: http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-Switch-Power-Supply-Switching/dp/B008HARHN8 Edit: On the output side of the repeater, you can see two 'power' terminals. I wired two repeaters from each terminal from the above mentioned power supply. Alternatively, you can also use http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B7BGAXW (though I've had mixed results with plug compatibility). For me, I have my repeaters wired directly into this cable: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008LR6EAY, which then goes to a connector that attaches to the lights. Overall I would suggest using a DC power supply if you plan on using more than 1 of these.
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I've heard that the controller that comes in this kit only handles a max of 60 watts. The excess is bled off. But if you get two kits and connect the two panels together, you could attach a higher wattage controller to the system. Then just use your two kit controllers as portable power sources that can be hooked up to any auto battery.
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The amount and (amperage) of the power supplies is determined by how many LEDS will be powered. I highly suggest calling the vendor. They are GREAT folks, and are more than accommodating. They make extension/jumper wires, to go between the segments. Also, if you have custom lengths (as I did) they will make one to your specifications.
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Negative. The color is manipulated via the controller, not via the strip itself. You'll need multiple controllers for multiple colors. 1 Controller = 1 Color.
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Yes you can hookup four strips together. They have an adapter plug on the end of each strip. So you can hookup 20 together, or 1024 sets of three LEDs Max on the controller. I hope this helps.
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I bought one and hooked it up to 14' of led lighting. It worked good till I sent it to the controller to the bottom of the lake. Try rechecking the connector for the lights. I hooked it up backwards the first time that I wired it and it was a no go till I changed it.
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Hi More than enough if I counted my fingers correctly (ha ha) those two should draw less than 5 amps together(4.7 amps) this power supply will more than run the lights. You picked a good choice! I have one, love it! Oh! I almost forgot make sure you are using #14 gauge multi strand wire with an inline fuse holder with a 5 amp fuse it it blows go to 7 amp fuse.
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I have two of these and both are on 15 amp circuits with other things is the practical answer. I have them controlling the 5m color LED light strips.The technical answer is that you would have to have 2,250 watts to pull 18 amps. But this is only a controller. It is not the power supply so it doesn't pull the power. It sits between the power supply and the light strips.
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I did not need anything other than 110 VAC from controller to light. It controls it by switching power to light in certain sequences causing light to operate with different programs or colors as the controller dictates. Note that light allows this to be done manually but it is ridiculous to turn the switch on and off 12 times to get a certain color etc. Controller does that for you.
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To my knowledge 5 amps is fine to run through this. It should be rated for 4 amps per channel allowing a maximum of 12 amps. Another thing to add is that this dmx controller does not play well with strip led amplifiers. Especially when it comes to dimming.