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Driver should refer to a current regulated DC power supply, but often same name given to voltage regulated device, so you need to be careful. MR16 LED lights vary in complexity across manufacturers and model designs. The most basic 12V retrofit LED downlight will include the DC LED chips for the light source, The transformers' output voltage waveforms when powering a 35W Osram Halogen can be seen in the figures below. The MR16 LED light bulbs will function with the majority of standard low voltage MR16 LED drivers however some are typically 20~60VA which can cause problems for this lamp due to the transformer minimum load requirements not being met. Compared to halogen bulbs the LED MR16 bulbs draw a significantly smaller amount of power, therefore do not provide a sufficient load for the more traditional Halogen low wattage MR16 transformers. Most light bulbs operate off mains voltage ( see below), but some light fittings are designed to be lower voltage. These are most commonly used in integrated kitchen fittings, where space is at a premium and smaller bulbs are a necessity. Low voltage light fittings often need a compatible transformer ( see below) to convert mains voltage to the correct, lower voltage. Most low voltage spotlights will be between 12-24 volts.

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Personally I'd get rid of the transformer and wire in 240V GU10 bulbs instead. The 12V side of the transformer is high current and the number of times I've seen the transformer partially melted due to a poor (high resistance) connection... also no transformer means one less thing to fail. false. You must’ve had 1 bad ‘bulb’ (LED bulbs are called lamps, I think, and they contain many LEDs in each lamp). The LEDs in each lamp slowly fail and thus the light dims (30% failed LEDs is where they deemed to be dead, I think, or 70% ?). Quartz bulbs don't care AC or DC 50 Hz or kHz, however with kHz supply often a limit to length of cable to ensure it does not become a radio transmitter, and fitting any diode in the circuit is also likely to cause it to turn into a transmitter. Circle with X in represents the light. It doesn't matter which way round the 12V lighting circuit goes, and it would appear that it supports up to 4 lights.

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I was actually thinking of getting them replaced with LEDs but thought I'd do like for like right now just to get it sorted. MR16 and GU10 spotlights are among the most popular LED spotlights around. The main differences between the two is that MR16s have a different base (fitting) which consists of two narrow pins. MR16s also run on just 12 volts, while GU10 spotlights have more flexibility and can run at 240 volts (which is more common in households). This means MR16s need a different transformer to convert the main supply to the required 12 volts. Halogen bulbs claim to last 2000hrs (2 years average), but it’s more like 1000. Some GU10 LEDs claim 24,000hrs, but that’s an even bigger lie! However, the EU implemented a law in 2014 – LEDs now must last at least 6000hrs, so they last 3x longer than halogens, minimum (more like 6x longer or more)! You have a range of different fittings to choose from. At LEDHut, we offer Fire Rated downlight fittings. These have been protected for up to 90 minutes and offer advanced thermal protection, preventing fire from spreading to ceiling, floors and loft space above. We also offer a Shower Rated downlight fitting which (surprisingly) are perfect for bathrooms as they guard against water entry. Both fittings come in different styles. Choose from white, chrome and brushed steel finishes depending on the look you want to go for (see below). If you’re switching to LED MR16s from halogen MR16s, then LED drivers are pretty important. They’re used to power low voltage (12v) LED bulbs and strip lighting, providing a constant current to make sure they work properly. They’re mainly used for strip lighting, and MR16, MR11 and G4 spotlight bulbs. In some cases your existing (normal) 12v transformer will work. However, this can reduce the lifespan of the bulb.

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At this point, it’s important to note that if it is a halogen transformer,this maximum load applies to halogen light bulbs only. For example, if you have a 40VA transformer for halogen bulbs, you should not install 40-watts worth of LED light bulbs. This would overload the fitting and potentially cause a safety issue. The output waveform of several electronic transformers for 12VAC MR16 lighting was measured using a Tektronixload input of the wirewound transformer can be seen to be a simple 50 Hz sine wave. In contrast, the electronic Beam angle is measured in degrees. A wider beam angle covers more space with light. Your choice of beam angle, like colour variant, is completely down to you. As a guide, we’d advise using wider beam angles in living spaces where many people are gathered round. Narrow beam angles, on the other hand, are often used for decorative purposes or areas where you need focus. Some G5.3 bulbs are DC and some are AC and some it does not matter, most sold on high street it does not matter, but some are marked 50 Hz, so fitting a DC power supply often called a driver, is not always best option.

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Now the older magnetic transformers will work perfectly with LED MR16s. The issue is that the electronic low voltage transformers may not. The reason for this is that they need a minimum voltage to pass through them to operate; for example the transformer in my kitchen is 40w – 400w. Historically there were 6 50w halogen bulbs in the circuit – giving a total load of 300w. the expected 12V). This is a common error even with pros. A Electronic transformer chops up the load side freqeency between 20k-100k Hertz. The common digital multi-meter is set to read between 50-60 Hertz. This makes reading or testing electronic transformers practically impossible if relying on a multi-meter. Instead, just take a basic working MR16 halogen and test it directly to the electronic transformer. If it works the transformer should be okay. will work with. The fundamental difference between the two is that LED drivers output DC while electronic halogen transformers output This is personal preference. Some customers like to have one transformer per fitting or light strip so they can deal with any potential faults easily. It may not always be possible to use one transformer per fitting due to constraints such as space and cost, so keep this in mind when buying. However, many prefer to use one transformer to power a series of bulbs or light strips (maximum five metres on one transformer). As explained above, the transformer you require to do this depends on the combined wattage of the bulbs you’re powering. Superdrug adds new 'VIP Rewards' offers to its existing loyalty scheme – here's what you need to know

LED (light-emitting diode) light bulbs are the most technologically advanced and energy-efficient bulbs available. They last many times longer than halogen light bulbs, produce the same amount of light, but use only a fraction of the energy. Most LED light bulbs can be used with existing light fittings (this is called retrofitting). You may have bought or are thinking about buying some LED strip lighting or MR16 fittings or spotlights for your home. Either way you’re here to find out the whats and whys about LED drivers (or transformers). This handy guide will help you make an informed decision and give you the fundamentals you need when buying a driver. Why do I need an LED driver? they need AC or DC current. MR16 lamps whether LED or halogen will usually work on either AC or DC voltages. We can determine by the specs you gave that the transformer is indeed AC Electronic Transformer for LV-Halogen Lamps Spotlights are ‘directional’ bulbs that emit light in a focused beam. Halogen spotlights are a form of incandescent light bulb that use a tungsten filament and a mix of inert and halogen gases to produce light. The European Commission directive in September 2016 banned the manufacture of this type of power-hungry spotlights.

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Magnetic transformers will generally work with all MR16 LED lights, albeit at the cost of efficiency and to a Philips retrofit LED light. It oscillates about 0V, regularly switching polarity with a measured output of 11.9VAC. The white voltage signal is that supplied by a LED driver by Brightgreen GU, which stands for “general use”, refers to the base, or fitting, of the bulb. The number after GU refers to the spacing between the pins. GU10 has 10 mm spacing, while GU5.3 has 5.3 mm spacing.Typically, LED drivers are limited to an upper level power output of 100W - 200W. This means that LED drivers are the power supply of choice for small LED lighting setups in the home, as individual LEDs may only require 2V - 4V DC. When LEDs are connected in a series - or ‘array’ - a much higher voltage is required. In this case, an LED transformer may be installed (e.g. to power a light strip). LED Transformers