I have malibu deck 7 watt low voltage deck ("boat") lights that have worked flawlessly for over 10 years. Recently, however, only the first two lights in the row of 12 light when the transformer goes on. I recently replaced the 300 watt transformer with a 600 watt, but the problem persists. What is most bothersome, however, is every few nights all 12 lights will come on! Suggestions?
Sound like you have a some sockets or lamps that are going bad. The sockets over time deteriorate or corrode due to salt air or exposure to water. The filaments in the light bulbs sometimes break off the support posts inside the lamp. As the filament moves around it comes in contact with the support post and comes on due to arching. That would be one explanation for the lights that are going on and off. Try changing all the lamps and inspect the sockets for replacement. If you have gotten 10 years, it might be time to buy some new lights! We have BRASS LIGHTS designed for boats.
Labels: Deck Lighting, Low Voltage Lighting Fixtures, Replacement Parts
Hi, I am desperatly in search for a hanging outside lamp like a moon or like the classic Asien lantern, but rainproof and preferably low voltage. If there are none on the market could you give me any ideeas how to assembly one by myself with some malibu lights? Thanks for your help.
Not to worry! If you find a Asian lantern that utilizes a medium base lamp, we have a special 25A19/12V LAMP that will convert your fixture to a low voltage light.
Labels: Low Voltage Lighting Fixtures, Medium Base Socket, Outdoor Landscape Lights
The
TECHLIGHT TLMR16CB is by far the best value for the money. This sturdy little fixture is made of spun copper with a locking brass knuckle and silicone gasket. It is rated for up to 50-watt lamps and will patina nicely over time.
The
FOCUS DL22-COPPER is also a great buy. This fixture comes with the 20-watt lamp standard.
Labels: Landscape Lighting, Low Voltage Lighting Fixtures, MR16 Lamps
I have a duplex wall switch controlling 2 separate low voltage light fixtures. I want to replace the switches with dimmer controls. Is there such a control available? A duplex dimmer switch?
Yes, Lutron Electronis make a
SKYLARK DUPLEX DIMMER CONTROL for controlling two switch legs from a single gang box. They are only rated for 300 -watts each!
Labels: Dimmer Control, Lighting Control, Low Voltage Lighting Fixtures
