Question

What transformer can I purchase to control my landscaping lights?  

Answer 1

I did this one, my lights are near the pool and this is specifically rated for that. I used lights connected to my pool automation so depending how you how them set up it may not be the right option

Comments

@pearlypearman7 Thanks

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@verdie I’d be a little spooked about this transformer as by looking at the spec page, I didn’t see any information on this product having an internal breaker. In the event of a short, zero protection of  

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@kuhn59625 it should be plugged into a GFCI, its not hardwired

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@trimester indeed. However, GFCI won’t stop a short on the low voltage side brother.  

Answer 2

Are the bulbs led? If so look for an “Led Driver” on Amazon. Need to determine the how strong it needs to be by length/ gauge of wire and number of led fixtures.  

Comments

@steward990 if the system is installed with crossed polarity, which is acceptable with AC, A DC driver won’t work. Normal transformers work perfectly fine with LEDs. You’ll also get a lot less voltage drop with AC than DC giving you longer runs on smaller cable.  

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@kuhn59625 interesting. Can’t wait to call and educate my electrician

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@steward990 electricians and low voltage lighting. he won’t want an education.  

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@steward990 not all LEDs are the same, especially low voltage outdoor products. There are tons of cheap products out there that aren’t DC compatible. A lot of the name brand products are both DC & AC. Most don’t say it on the lamp themselves, you’ll have to refer to the spec page on the manufacturers website.