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Changing adapter to modern LEDs

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  • 26-03-2014 10:13pm
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    hawkelady
    Registered Users Posts: 1,357 ✭✭✭


    , I want to change my old halogen spots with LEDs , I went to my local supplier and he gave me the bulbs and an adapter for each bulb.. Is it easy to change these as I was told that it's just a matter of taking it off the transformer and "plugging" the adapter into the mains. I was told its so easy but just by looking at the adapter I have my doubts.. My old bulbs are the ones that have the 2 prongs whereas the new bulbs are different. Also , would each old bulb have to have its own transformer or could one transformer do 2/3 bulbs? What do I do if the latter is the case??
    Any replies appreciated.


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    indie armada
    Registered Users Posts: 834 ✭✭✭indie armada


    It sounds like you have mr 16 low voltage spots currently, and your wholesaler has provided led gu10s and gu10 lampholders.
    the gu-10 are mains and do not require transformers.
    your old lamps have a 2 sharp pins and the new ones a have fat stubby pins?
    if this is the case you will need an electrician to fit them as they do not simply plug in.


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    maxfresh
    Registered Users Posts: 688 ✭✭✭maxfresh


    The gu10 lamp holders have to be wired into the mains cables after the 12v transformer has been dissconnected


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