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Transformers & Accessories

Controls, timers, and switches add to the convenience and usability of your lighting system. For example, by combining a timer switch with a photocell switch, your lighting system will operate only when it is dark and only as late into the evening as you want it to. No lack of security and no waste of energy.

To determine the proper size transformer to buy, add the wattages of all the fixtures to be connected. Take this total and divide it by .8. Round off the result to the nearest available transformer size. Example: Twelve fixtures with 18 watt lamps. 12 x 18 = 216.  216/.8= 270. Closest transformer is 300 watts. Please call if you need help in designing or ordering the components for your system. 

Why Use a Multi-tap Transformer? Read About Voltage Drop By   Clicking Here.

CALIFORNIA PROFESSIONAL SERIES TRANSFORMERS
The three Professional Series transformers have four different control settings. With a touch of a switch you decide how the unit will be controlled. Set it at “manual” for remote switching, “photo cell on & off”, “photo cell on & timer off” or “timer on & timer off” control. You also have optional voltage output at your finger tips. This "need responsive" option is built into every unit. These are multi-tap transformers so you can select the output of either 12, 13, or 14-volts.
Features:
Timer & Photocell included
Multi-tap - 12, 13, or 14 volt
Re-settable circuit breakers
U.L. 1838 listed
CSA approved
Lifetime case warranty
5 year internal parts warranty
16 gauge stainless steel case
Clear coat finish applied
Lockable case
Conduit mountable
2' grounded cord included
Euro style terminals allow for multiple circuits
Indoor or outdoor installation
Control Options
Select between manual, photo cell, timer, or photo cell on - timer off.

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max300.lg.gif300-watt transformer
12, 13, or 14-volt output settings
3 amps maximum input
14-1/2"H x 9"W x 4-1/2"D

Our Price:$299


 

600-watt transformer
MAX 600 Specifications
12, 13, or 14-volt output settings
6 amps maximum input
17"H x 11"W x 4-1/2"D

Our Price: $369

 


900-watt transformer
12, 13, or 14-volt output settings
9 amps maximum input
21"H x 13"W x 4-1/2"D

Our Price: $528

H-SERIES PROFESSIONAL TRANSFORMERS
The best low voltage transformers on the market. These are the only transformers that we offer that have taps for less than and more than 12 volts. This allows for unmatched flexibility in delivering the right power to the fixtures - less than 12 volts for longer lamp life and more than 12 volts for long wiring runs. You must buy the timer and photocell separately for these transformers if you need them.
Features:
  • Four position on/off voltage regulating switch
  • Color coded, oversized 60-amp terminal blocks for easy cable connections
  • Manual on/off control module override
  • Large wiring cavity for ease of installation
  • 22-gauge stainless steel unibody construction
  • 6-foot-3 conductor insulated power cord and molded plug connector for easy plug-in to household current (GFCI protected outlet), mounting hardware and hanging template.
  • Grounded and shielded (ground shield between primary and secondary). 2490V Dielectric.
  • Tamper-proof Fustat(s) on 12V side.
  • Multi-tap primary winding.

H30-250SS
Stainless Steel 250-watt Low Voltage Transformer. Size: 13" x 7" x 5"  16 pounds. Voltage Range: 11.4 to 14.2 volts AC.
Our Price: $297

H30-500SS
Stainless Steel 500-watt Low Voltage Transformer. Size: 16.75" x 9.6" x 5.5"  28 pounds. Voltage Range: 11.3 to 14.0 volts AC
Our Price:$480

H30-1000SS
Stainless Steel 1000-watt Low Voltage Transformer. Size: 16.75" x 9.6" x 5.5"  42 pounds. Voltage Range: 11.3 to 14.0 volts AC.
Our Price: $907

T-SS-AT Analog Timer. Stainless Steel
Analog Timer Switch for use with H-Series Transformers. Designed to control a circuit requiring 24-hour, 7-day scheduling

Our Price: $35

T-SS-PC Photocell
Photocell is 120-volt and installs in knock out provided on left side of transformer case. Photocell module provides dusk to dawn control of H-Series Transformers

Our Price: $21

STANDARD SERIES TRANSFORMERS
Available in 121 watt and 250-watt models,  these quality transformers  are equipped for timer or manual control setting. Engineered and designed for small residential projects, they are great for deck and patio lighting, residential garden and path lighting. Even at our low price, this is a multi-tap transformer with a choice or 12 or 13 watt operation,

Features:

12V/13V option switch
Manual override switch
Circuit breaker
Rainproof lockable case
Approved for outdoor installation
Keyhole mounting
Installation/operating guide included
Baked epoxy IBM gray finish
Case dimensions: 5 1/2"W x 9 1/2"H x 3 1/2"D
Grounded 2ft. power cord
Teeter terminals
Cable knock-outs (1/2" - 3/4")
CSA approved
UL listed #1838 for low voltage landscape lighting
UL listed for power cord use
Direct "over-the-counter" exchange warranties (3 years against defects in manufacturing, 5 years on case against rust and corrosion)
121 Watt Model Our Price: $85
250 Watt Model Our Price: $149

SO WHICH TRANSFORMER DO YOU NEED? We offer a complete selection of transformers to meet just about everybody's needs. This makes it a little harder to decide which one is best for your needs, so we have listed the main advantages of each of our transformer series below:

  • STANDARD SERIES: Small to medium systems, very good value, limited voltage choices.

  • PROFESSIONAL SERIES: Small to large systems, long life, long wiring runs, professional.

  • H-SERIES: Small to large systems, long life, long lamp life, long wiring runs, professional.

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All of our wire is UL listed, and the quality is worth the small additional cost. Two conductor, multi-stranded copper cable Black PVC jacket U.V. stable, will not break down in sun light

 We recommend 12/2 for the supply line to most fixtures. For very long runs, over 100', you may want to use 10/2 or even 8/2 to get to the area where the fixtures are located to minimize voltage drop. 18/2 and 16/2 are for supplying individual fixtures such as tree mounted models.

 For our recommendations on wire selection CLICK HERE.
 

18/2 cable
250' reel

$49.00
16/2 cable
250' reel

$89.00
12/2 cable
500' reel

$269.00
12/2 cable
100' roll

$93.00
10/2 cable
250' reel

$199.00
10/2 cable
100' roll

$89.00
8/2 cable
250' reel

$329.00
8/2 cable
100' roll

$139.00

The Landscape Lighting Book by Janet Moyer.  A professional level book, the author explains both the technical and creative aspects to lighting a landscape, making an outdoor area usable at night, and lighting plants indoors. Well illustrated with diagrams and photographs, many from Moyer's own award-winning designs. Considers such issues as avoiding conflicts with other design elements, the characteristics of materials and surfaces, setting locations and levels, and preventive maintenance. Also includes a list of products and vendors.

Professional Supplies
King Universal Gel Filled Wire Connectors
 
Use for all buried wire connections to prevent moisture and corrosion problems. 15 Qty.

Our Price: $17.50   

 


 

In-Use Outlet Covers (Required by code for exterior outlets in many areas of the country.)

Normally used with a GFCI outlet, the in-use cover provides physical and moisture protection when the outlet is in use. Install on every outlet that is used regardless of weather such as for year round or seasonal outdoor lighting. UL listed, flame retardant, UV stabilized polycarbonate non-conductive case is tamper resistant with battleship grey finish. Comes with sealing gasket, cover, base, and stainless steel mounting screws

Taymac 10310
Electrical standard single gang outlet cover.

Our Price: $21

Taymac 10510
Electrical deep one gang outlet cover.

Our Price: $24

 

Taymac 20310
Electrical standard GFI  single gang outlet cover.

Our Price: $25

 

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