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A new 120 vac 24 vac 60 watt transformer for a 24 volt bulb in a lawn lampost gets too hot to handle after a few hours?
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∙ 14y ago
Low voltage lighting is famous for getting over heated. With the lower voltage more current flows to get the equivalent wattage output you would find in a 120 VAC circuit. For a similar wattage bulb in a 24 VAC system you draw 5 times the current and higher currents generate more heat.
The most common problems in low-voltage lighting systems are poor wire connections, too many lights on one transformer and wire that is too small for the load. It is usually recommended to re-tighten all connections in a low voltage system after a period of time.
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What type of transformer used in bed lamps?
If the bed lamps use a low voltage bulb then the type of transformer will be a step down transformer.
In 1879 this invention Thomas Edison burned for 13 hours?
The light bulb. The light bulb. The light bulb.
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In 2 words, you cannot! It is like asking how can I make a 60W light bulb into a 30W light bulb. If you are wanting to know this because a specification dictates that you need a 3VA transformer then anything larger is OK. However, you must pay attention to the voltages on the transformer. Firstly, assuming that this transformer is to operate on the mains supply, it should have the correct primary voltage for the mains supply in your area. In most, though not all of Europe, it is standardised at 230V 50Hz. The secondary (usually the output) should have the desired voltage output. This, for example, might be 6V A.C. If it is the only output then, if it is a 6VA transformer, it will be able to supply 1A maximum current. If it is a 3VA transformer, supplying 6V, it will be able to supply a current of 0.5A maximum. The term VA is for Volt-Amps. It refers to the power that would be developed in a resistive load. Hence the secondary voltage (V) multiplied by the maximum current rating (A) gives VA. Thus, if you have a transformer rated at 12VA and the secondary voltage is 5V then the maximum current the transformer can supply is VA/V=12/5=2.40AAnother AnswerThe volt ampere rating of a transformer simply indicates the maximum load it can supply without overheating. The same transformer can supply ANY load below that value. So there's absolutely no problem operating a 6 V.A transformer at 3 V.A.
How you can calculate charges for using 200 watt bulb for 30 hours?
1 kW = 1000 W 200 / 1000 = 0.2 So the 200 W bulb is also a 0.2 kW bulb. 0.2 x 30 = 6 So a 200 W bulb uses 6 kWh in 30 hours. Now all you have to do is find the price of a kWh, and take that times 6.
What are the differences between a energy efficient light bulb and a regular light bulb?
Energy saving bulbs reduce electrical consumption by about 75%, reduce bulb changes by x10 to x50 times. The savings in electricity and their endurance more that compensates for the higher purchase price.
What is the definition of a lampost?
An erect metal pole of which wires are ran trhough to a bulb at the top, which with the help of a sensor,is able to light up when it gets dark.
What type of transformer used in bed lamps?
If the bed lamps use a low voltage bulb then the type of transformer will be a step down transformer.
How many 12V 50W bulbs can you run on a 20-60VA transformer?
A 60VA transformer can run only one 50W bulb.
How do you use Japanese light bulb 100V in Malaysia which is 240V?
get a step down transformer whose output is equal to the voltage of your bulb
Can a HID bulb work in a standard light socket?
No. An hid bulb has a transformer (ballast) that produces a certain voltage needed to fire the gas in that lamp.
How do you test the secondary distribution center transformer high temperature light?
press the bulb lens
What happens when a light bulb is connected to the output coil of the transformer?
Assuming that the voltage rating of the lamp matches the rated secondary voltage of the transformer, the lamp will operate at its rated power.
What is the correct procedure to handle quartz halogen lamps?
Handle by the base only. Do not touch the bulb with your fingers.
Can you use 120V lamps in Europe by just putting in a 240V bulb and a European adapter on the plug?
If all the components are rated to 220V, yes. Keep in mind that if the appliance was designed for 110V it may arc if 220 is run through it. If you don't know the device can handle 220V, don't run it at 220V. Chances are it was manufactured cleaply and cannot handle the extra voltage.
If a light bulb has a mean of 1400 hours and a standard deviation of 100 hr what is the probability that the light bulb lasts between 1290 hours and 1530 hours?
It is 0.2325
In 1879 this invention Thomas Edison burned for 13 hours?
The light bulb. The light bulb. The light bulb.
how many days the bulb lasted?
Takes 300 hours for the average light bulb to burn out
