What benefits do low voltage outdoor lighting offer?Virtually any business or individual can benefit significantly from either a completely low voltage or hybridized low voltage outdoor lighting system. Low voltage systems provide excellent decorative light and can be use to highlight gardens, fountains, terraces, walkways, and front and back yards. The opportunity for special effects and layered lighting techniques increases dramatically if one installs a
low voltage outdoor lighting system or a transformer that adds a low voltage segment to an existing landscape design.
Will low voltage lighting save money?
Investing in a low voltage lighting system can also create immediate energy savings on every subsequent power bill. Also, in some parts of the country, businesses in remote, environmentally sensitive areas are sometimes governed by strict environmental laws regarding pollution and hazards to wildlife. Installing a low voltage lighting system that will not harm animals can conceivably prevent penalties and liabilities, and even help a company’s public relations. Some commercial insurance providers may also be willing to adjust rates favorably for clients on the basis that outdoor lighting transformers and low voltage outdoor lights represents a very significant and reliable reduction of fire hazard. RLLD does not guarantee this, of course, but we do recommend at least looking into the possibility.
What role do outdoor lighting transformers play in low voltage systems?Outdoor lighting transformers allow for the creation and installation of low voltage lighting systems. They efficiently and safely convert line voltage (120V current) to low voltage (12V current. By reducing power consumption in this manner, outdoor lighting transformers eliminate the risk of electrical shock to children and pets, and they reduce electrical usage and subsequently help generate reduced power costs. Outdoor lighting transformers are a favored accessory applauded by residential and commercial clients alike because they allow lighting systems to stay on all night and automatically shut lighting systems off when the sun rises. When looking through our impressive selection today, pay careful attention to a number of key features that distinguish
Residential Landscape Lighting’s outdoor transformers as superior, commercial grade units capable of powering any lighting system designed for commercial or residential outdoor lighting.
What transformer types does RLLD carry?Our selection of outdoor lighting transformers consists primarily of
magnetic lighting transformers or power supplies. Magnetic units are used in lighting systems where the actual size of the transformer does not have to exactly correlate to the wattage of the fixtures being used. Because many RLLD clients are landscaping and lighting design companies themselves who are seeking equipment with which to serve their clientele, we categorize our inventory by wattage capacity to make purchasing a quick and simple process. Residential homeowners with a creative flair who are looking to light their own home landscapes can determine the required wattage in their order by following the same simple rule of thumb that commercial clients of RLLD follow in choosing
transformers for outdoor lighting. A transformer’s wattage should total the sum of the wattage of all attached fixtures and accessories. We have several
outdoor lighting transformers designed for both new systems and retrofitted upgrades to existing systems. Many of these outdoor transformers control lighting systems with photometric timers. These timers sense when dawn begins to break and power off the landscape lights as a result. To protect vital components from elemental forces, outdoor lighting transformers are also made from very durable materials such as heavy extruded aluminum housing, and rain-tight enclosures to ensure a long life and to operate safely at high temperatures.
Read more here about
outdoor lighting transformers and visit our vast online inventory for extensive, detailed product specifications.
Labels: Landscape Lighting Suppliers, Low Voltage Power Supplies, Outdoor Lighting Transformers
I have ten pillars that I want to install wall mounted low voltage lights to. Planning to drill hole through wall, approx 16" to back side - run lamp cable through hole then on to the next, etc. and connect to transformer. Distance between pillars is approx. 5 feet. What transformer(s) should I use, do I need two? Any technical suggestions? Does this lamp come in any other finishes? Thanks.
Sounds like a good plan. I would split up the runs to the Arroyo 12 volt step lights into more than one feed. That way you will not experience dim lights caused by voltage drop.
Check out our designing low voltage lighting systems information page for valuable tips and suggestions.
I would purchase a Techlight 300 watt outdoor lighting transformer and Techlight 12/2 direct burial cable for a successful installation.
For now, all we have is verde green in this model. Feel free to contact RLLD toll free at 800-239-2939 for more step lighting ideas.
Labels: Low Voltage Lighting System, Outdoor Lighting Transformers, Step Lights
Does this magnetic transformer have one circuit or two?
All SEBCO MAGNETIC TRANSFORMERS have buit-in circuit breakers for the secondary side. The maximum breaker size per circuit is 25-amps. The one in the picture has two.
Here is how the breakers come on the Sebco 12 volt lighting transformers:
100W/12V = One 10-amp
150W/12 = One 15-amp
250W/12V = One 25-amp
500W/12V = Two 25-amp
750W/12V = Three 25-amp
1000W/12V = Four 25-amp
Here is how the breakers come on the Sebco 24 volt lighting transformers:
100W/24V = One 5-amp
150W/24V = One 7-amp
250W/24V = One 10-amp
500W/24V = One 25-amp
750W/24V = Two 15-amp
1000W/24V = Four 25-amp
Residential Landscape Lighting & Design knows Sebco transformers and we are here to help. Give us a call at 800-239-2939 for design, ordering information or technical assistance.
http://www.residential-landscape-lighting-design.com
Labels: Low Voltage Applications, Magnetic Transformer, Outdoor Lighting Transformers
Hello my friend,I live in Ellerslie GA,My landscape lighting does not work. probably the transformer is not working.The details on the name plate of transformer is model no. GLT-00360input120 VAC-60Hzoutput12 Vac-60W Max 5 ampsmanufactured by Liting Universal EnterpriseUL Listed 74SF----E208987Can u suggest where I can get this around Columbus GA, Also any equivalent other makers product. I shall be very thankful if you let me know the name of the shop in our area where I can get this Thanks a lot
I am not familiar with any stores in your area or the model number of the transformer that is defective. What I did learn from your description is that it is rated for 60 watts and the closest thing we have is a MALIBU ML88T TRANSFORMER. Hope this helps!
Labels: Landscape Lighting, Malibu Transformers, Outdoor Lighting Transformers
A couple of months ago I bought a 600W Hampton Bay Low Transformer for my 12V lighting. As of yesterday, when it comes on it just starts flashing on/off about once every second. Check Circuit light is NOT illuminated. Any ideas?
Junk the Hampton Bay transformer and buy a real MAGNETIC TRANSFORMER. Seriously, I hear nothing but complaints about Hampton Bay transformers. The most common complaint is the flickering of lights or it turning on and off. They have electronic components such as the built in circuit breaker that usually fails. Not a very dependable product!
We have a great OUTDOOR LIGHTING TRANSFORMER that happens to be on sale! We also have a full selection of LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING EQUIPMENT should you want to add to your lighting system.
Labels: Low Voltage Lighting Equipment, Magnetic Transformer, Outdoor Lighting Transformers
The salt air environment is really tough on light fixtures at the beach. We do have some small
LOW VOLTAGE DOWN LIGHTS IN BRASS that would mount on the roof soffit or on an arbor structure if you have one.
You will also need some
12/2 LANDSCAPE CABLE and one of our
STAINLESS STEEL 12 VOLT TRANSFORMERS or
FIBERGLASS ENCLOSED 12V TRANSFORMERS to power the lights.
These light are great for general lighting, accent lighting, barbeque grills, fish cleaning stations, boat docks and stairways. The solid brass construction of these
FOCUS LIGHTING fixtures will give you years of trouble free enjoyment!
Labels: Landscape Cable, Low Voltage Lights, Outdoor Lighting Transformers
I have a Twilight 500 watt transformer. It has a setting that allows it to turn on at dusk (via photocell) and the turn off any where from 5 to 9 hours later. Well after the last hurrincane, it would not turn the lights off after the set amount of hours following sunset. I replaced the photocell and it just remains on now, no matter what setting the dile is turned, except for off. I have also pressed the reset button on the bottom of the unit. Is there a replacement control unit or is there a way to bypass it without having to manually turn it on and off? Thank you.
You can install a
PHOTOCELL on the line side of the transformer or a
TIME CLOCK. We also have some excellent pricing on
TRANSFORMERS if you want to start over.
Labels: Lighting Controls, Outdoor Lighting Transformers, Safety Lighting
I bought a new 300 watt low voltage transformer that is attached to about 175 feet of wire. The lights that I have attached, although significantly less than the indicated 300, drop off drastically in brightness at about the 100 foot mark. What need I do?
You need to split the lighting load into several home run wires back to the transformer or you can run a continous loop wire from the end of the run back to the transformer to boost your voltage. In other words, feed from both ends! Please review our information page on low voltage lighting designs and voltage calculations.
Labels: Low Voltage Outdoor Lighting System, Low Voltage Transformers, Outdoor Lighting Transformers
I have a 25 foot flagpole that I would like to illuminate - I think 2 50 watt spot/floods should do it. It is approximately 150' from my house & outlet, direct, but if I try to route the cable partially through flower beds instead of directly through the yard, the distance goes to 200'. Will I be ok with 12 gauge wire and a 100 watt transformer?John
Hello John,
You cannot safely run 100 watts on 12 gauge wire in a 200 ft straight line. However, this is permissible with a continuous loop.
Please read my helpful guide on how to design low-voltage landscape lighting system, including wiring tips and facts about supply cable.
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Labels: Low Voltage Landscape Lighting System, low voltage lighting transformers, Outdoor Lighting Transformers
