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Thought this was simple but struggling to wrap my head around it. Trying to figure out how to connect a string of 12 VDC LED lights to my 12 VAC outdoor landscape light circuit...
I got a decorative string of LED lights that made to use plug into the wall (110V). The lights include a plugin transformer that outputs 12 VDC 1A. There is also a mention of 7.2 W on the box (though not sure if that is the max load of the transformer or the actual load of the lights.)
The LED lights also include a mode controller (with IR receiver) that can be plugged between the transformer and the lights. The controller is operated via an IR remote to dim or blink the lights. Controller label shows input at 12 VDC, output at 6A (max). It also mentions "connecting mode: common anode (+)".
So...
What do I need to get the 12 VDC LED lights connected to my 12 VAC landscape circuit? I would like to keep using the controller too (to control brightness level.)
From all the Googling I've done, I am inclined to think all I need to a "bridge rectifier" and on Amazon I found "DB101 Single Phase Full Wave Diode Bridge Rectifier 600V 1A 12 Pcs" for $5.65 with free shipping.
Is that it? Any other advice?
I got a decorative string of LED lights that made to use plug into the wall (110V). The lights include a plugin transformer that outputs 12 VDC 1A. There is also a mention of 7.2 W on the box (though not sure if that is the max load of the transformer or the actual load of the lights.)
The LED lights also include a mode controller (with IR receiver) that can be plugged between the transformer and the lights. The controller is operated via an IR remote to dim or blink the lights. Controller label shows input at 12 VDC, output at 6A (max). It also mentions "connecting mode: common anode (+)".
So...
What do I need to get the 12 VDC LED lights connected to my 12 VAC landscape circuit? I would like to keep using the controller too (to control brightness level.)
From all the Googling I've done, I am inclined to think all I need to a "bridge rectifier" and on Amazon I found "DB101 Single Phase Full Wave Diode Bridge Rectifier 600V 1A 12 Pcs" for $5.65 with free shipping.
Is that it? Any other advice?
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