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BoltedDown 04-25-2005 11:25 AM

Dimming a Transformer
 
I just bought a set of 12V lights from IKEA and they came with a AC -> DC transformer.

Would it be safe and smart to use this with an X-10 lamp dimmer module?

transformer specs:

Output: 12VAC 1.67/A 20VA

If they transformer cannot be used with the dimmer, what would be an alternative way of dimming the lights?

Thanks!

BoltedDown 04-27-2005 05:41 AM

No dice?

Ok, how about this: What is a good website to get a mechanical dimmer that has a ~1" shank on it (so it can go through a piece of shelving)?

flat5 04-28-2005 05:06 AM

The dimmer will have a messy waveform (maybe sawtooth) that the transformer will not like. (The transformer may over heat)

The device is called a rheostat, a variable resistor.
You need to know the power it has to handle.
Then call an electronics parts store and order one.

If you just want two light levels, a cute trick is to use a diode and switch across it.
By stopping the current in one direction you will half the light very efficiently.
You could use 2 amp or 5 amp diodes in parallel or some big wattage diode on a heatsink. I have no idea what power is involved.

Edit: put the diode/switch on the 12vac side of the transformer.

What is the current rating of the transformer?


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