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LOW VOLTAGE BUTTON LIGHTS/MINIATURE FIXTURES

LOW VOLTAGE BUTTON LIGHTS/MINIATURE FIXTURES

1. Are these fixtures UL listed?

Yes, they are U.L & C.U.L listed for both the United States and Canada.

2. What are the main features of these miniature low voltage fixtures?

FEATURE HR- 86 HR- 88 HR-LED85 HR-1135, 1136, 1137 HR-1138, 1139
           
Lamping BP-20 Bi-Pin JC-20 Bi-Pin LED MR11 JC-20 Bi-Pin
  12V 20W 12V 20W 12V 12V 12V 20W
  Xenon Halogen 3W 20W-35W Halogen
           
Lamp Included Yes Yes Yes No Yes
           
Transformer Remote Class II Remote Class II LEDmeTM Driver Remote Class II Remote Class II
Required          
           
Mounting Surface or Surface or Surface or Recessed Recessed
Options Recessed Recessed Recessed    
           

3.In what types of applications would you recommend using these Low Voltage fixtures?

They are ideal for shelving, cabinets and displays.

4.Can any of these fixtures be mounted in a drywall ceiling?

No, they are designed for use as cabinet style lights.

5. Please explain the mounting options for the Button Lights.

Each button light comes with a shallow back cover or “housing”. When installing a recessed into cabinets, you will not need the back cover. The cutout hole size is 2-3/8" (a pop-out template is included). If installed as a surface mounted fixture, you will need the decorative back cover.

6. What power supply can I use with these fixtures?

All of the Low Voltage Button Lights and MINIATURE RECESSED units are UL listed as requiring a Class II transformer. We offer a plug-in or a hard-wired model. HR-LED85 requires a LED driver.

7. What is a Class II transformer? Change hard wired to hard-wired

A Class II transformer is inherently limited to not more than 60 watts. It is a low energy device and considered intrinsically safe. Secondary wiring from a Class II transformer does not require conduit and clamp wiring techniques.

8.Can I order a frosted lens for the Button Lights?

Yes. Model number is LENS-45-FR.

9.Can I use a UV lens with the Button Lights?

No. Our UV lenses are only available in the standard MR16 and MR11 sizes.

10. What is the length of the socket lead wire that comes with the Button Lights?

The length of the lead wire is 72". It may be spliced to additional wire for longer length. However, heavier gauge wires should be used to avoid voltage drop (see table from question 15).

11. How many Button Light fixtures are required for a 6’ under cabinet run?

Generally, from a 24” height, a Button Light (or any 20W mini fixture) will provide sufficient light for 20” – 24” of space. So a 6’ run will require 3 fixtures.

12.Do I need to order a housing (can) miniature recessed lights?

No. They each have a built-in housing as part of the fixture.

13.In a low voltage situation (12V) like a motor home or a boat, would I require a transformer for my fixtures?

Most RVs and boats operate under 12V. Transformers are not necessary.

14.Are the HR-1138 and HR-1139 available with a clear glass cover?

No, just frosted

15. I am concerned with a voltage drop in my application. Do you have any guidelines on the subject?

To minimize voltage drop or reduced light output, the transformer should be located as close to the fixture as possible. A drop of up to 5% is generally acceptable. The chart below details a guideline to keep the drop below 5%.

LAMP WATTAGE

WIRE SIZE 35W 50W 75W
       
18 gauge 8’ 8’ 6’
       
16 gauge 12’ 12’ 10’
       
14 gauge 16’ 16’ 14’
       
12 gauge 20’ 20’ 18’
       

16.How are LOW VOLTAGE BUTTON LIGHTS and MINIATURE RECESSED FIXTURES sustainable?

LOW VOLTAGE BUTTON LIGHTS and MINIATURE RECESSED FIXTURES have a Five-Year Warranty and are Responsibly produced in the WAC clean, zero landfill manufacturing campus.