Would two 50W 12V downlighters fed from one transformer (240V input, 12V output, 65VA output power) meet safety regs?
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Downlighters/transformers
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VA roughly equals Watts.. so a 65VA transformer can run up to 65W of lighting..
so what do you thinnk?
50 + 50 > 65?
so what do you thinnk?
50 + 50 > 65?
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that'll be a no then...
You could use a 105vA transformer though. Just ensure the lights aren't tooooo far from it, or you'll have a problem with voltage drop, which will affect the brightness of your lights
SB
You could use a 105vA transformer though. Just ensure the lights aren't tooooo far from it, or you'll have a problem with voltage drop, which will affect the brightness of your lights
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Also, selecting the correct size transormer is only a very small part of the work you need to do to meet the 'safety regulations', by which I assume you mean BS7671 17th Ed. Wiring regs and applicable building regs.
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