I'm new to electronics, Can this be used to switch a 5 Meter long strand of 12 V LED strip lights?
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The output relay contacts are rated for a maximum of 10 amps at 30 volts DC - so, yes, this will work for switching LED strip lights. The overall current drawn by the 5 meter length depends on how many LEDs there are. As long as the total current is less than 10 amps, no problem. (And, the current to drive each LED is typically low, so it is probable that the total current is well under 10 amps.)
561219
I would suggest not to try. The LEDS are most likely wired is some sort of series/parallel circuit to reduce the curent each LED "sees" when connected to 12 volts.
1130335
No, This is for a 12v - 24v application. The body of the switch could easily end up carrying current. The terminals are for soldering.
1282961
Hi Denton...should work, my install is behind a double switch plate with one traditional switch and this timer. This works well with LED lights, it has a battery to assist the switching action because of the small amount out electricity for operation. Others will not work on low voltage lights.Joe
701792
You can use it on your led lights if it is 2.1mm DC Output Center Positive, 12V DC 500ma per channel.
2037009
If I am reading this correctly, you have three strip lights, each drawing 2Amps, soldered together. That comes to 6Amps total and the power supply in question is only rated at 5Amps. So, no, this would not work, or not for very long before the power supply overheated an burned!
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Yes you can, but make sure converter is not feeding more the 12volt if you put more then that basically your LED will burn out and converter wont be harmed from leds. Recommendations: always read instructions that you are given if not then Google the amp and volt chart on Google. You should get your questions and answers on there.
252426
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
2168299
The question as posed implies cutting off the power supply plug and hard wiring the wire into a conventional light switch which would be a no no because the plug-in power supply in this package contains a transformer to reduce the voltage to 12 Volts. This really isn't the right package if one wants to control the lights from a dedicated wall switch. I would suggest the customer go direct to InspiredLED.com. I can't overstate how easy it is to deal with people on line. They'll fix you up in no time once they have an idea what your wishes are. Send them dimensions and ideally a photo(s) of where you want lights and they will return it with a worked up layout, parts list and costing.
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It should as long as the 12vdc supply is external, IE its from a plugged in transformer/regulator, you must use this as a supply for the timer, the output from the timer goes to your led lights.
382039
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...
562068
This would work for low voltage sources like LEDs. If you wanted to use it with 120v, you'd need to pair it with a relay switch like this one: Amprobe RC-120S Closet-Type Remcon Relay Switch
202463
It should. Most LEDs don't require too much energy to power them corrrectly. I tested out a 50ft strand and it worked great.
1229980
That would be a question for Lutron. Depends I guess on the amount of electricity running through it and I have no idea what the limits of this dimmer switch are.
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While I have not used these with a dimmer switch, I see no reason why not. In effect the converter is just a conductor between the two different types of connectors.
937186
There are no specs on the switch or package. These look like a typical alarm type of switch, not meant for much current. It would be all right if you are doing a low voltage (25 volts or less) DIY because of the small contacts and exposed terminals. If you are using a commercial 120 volt light, check the power needed and somehow shield the terminals from people touching them or use the switch as a low voltage control for the 120 volt at the light.
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Yes you can.... I cut mine in 5 or 6 strips and connected them to fit my setting. Works just fine. The overall power consumption of all the strips is still the same even if you cut it in 10 pieces....just don't go and buy any additional strips that increases the overall lights on the power adapters, then you might have problems. These lights are great.