Transformer Wiring

Wiring the transformer correctly is important to the safety and integrity of the entire system. Listed below are examples of how to wire the primary side (120V line voltage) and the secondary side (12V low voltage) of the transformers.

Note: To ensure the full 25 amp capability of any of the Ambiance® Lighting Systems and not to disturb its integrity, the jumper wire from the transformer to where the system begins MUST be 10 gauge wire. In other words, if the 10/2 stranded, 105° cable is used, the jumper wire must be of the same gauge e.g., 10 gauge romex.

Primary Wiring / Boost Tap Connector

To compensate voltage drop in remote applications, some of Sea Gull Lighting's laminated magnetic transformers include a boost tap connection. The boost tap increases the secondary voltage (low voltage) by 5 %. The boost tap is intended for use in applications where the distance from the transformer to the first light of the system is greater than 20 feet.

Multi Tap Transformers

For distances where the first lamp is too far away (30 feet or more) and more voltage is required, a multi tap laminated transformer may be the best choice. Multi-tap transformers do not have a boost tap, but they do have additional voltage choices to compensate for severe voltage drop situations. Multi tap transformers have individual 12, 13, 14, and 15 volt taps for "12 volt" transformers and 24,26,28 and 30 volt taps for "24 volt" transformers.