How do I dim a circuit that is low voltage AC (powered by a transformer)?
A. There are two ways to do this. You may dim from the output side of the transformer using a low voltage AC dimmer, or you may use a standard AC dimmer on the supply side of the transformer. If you decide to use a standard AC dimmer, be sure it is rated for “Inductive” loads. If you prefer to use a low voltage AC dimmer, the transformer must be compatible (many compact electronic transformers will not work with low voltage AC dimmers due to their high output frequency). Q. Am I limited to the type of fixtures I can use if my low voltage is powered by transformers? A. Many larger vessels use transformers to take their 120VAC or 220VAC down to low voltage 12VAC or 24VAC. This allows the use of smaller fixtures which use miniature low voltage bulbs. All our low voltage incandescent, halogen, Xenon bulbs and LEDs will work with low voltage AC or DC. However, our DC fluorescent fixtures will only work with straight DC current. Q. Why would I use a Xenon bulb instead of a standard halogen b
