Hello,
Newbie here. Tried to find the answer through searching, apologies if I've missed it.
We are refurbing our house. I want to install RGBW LED lightning.
When I do the calculations (for a 24v 21W/m COB strip) I get:
20m x 21 = 420 watts total
420watts / 24v = 17.5amps max current drawn.
Am I right that this is far over the 5amp max load on the lighting circuit?
I've played with other numbers. To give a 3 amp max draw ( To allow for other lights on the circuit) would be:
3amps x 24V = 72watts.
Questions:
1. Have I got my sums right so far?
2. Is there a better way to do this?
Thank you,
Stu
Newbie here. Tried to find the answer through searching, apologies if I've missed it.
We are refurbing our house. I want to install RGBW LED lightning.
- 3 zones: A) Round the lantern roof light, B) Kitchen cabinets and Island C), Snug room (TV and cabinets)
- I would like them switched from the wall and App controlled.
- I asked the electrician to leave 5amp connection points in each zone so we can wire onto the lighting circuit.
- I estimate between 15-20M total strip length.
When I do the calculations (for a 24v 21W/m COB strip) I get:
20m x 21 = 420 watts total
420watts / 24v = 17.5amps max current drawn.
Am I right that this is far over the 5amp max load on the lighting circuit?
I've played with other numbers. To give a 3 amp max draw ( To allow for other lights on the circuit) would be:
3amps x 24V = 72watts.
Questions:
1. Have I got my sums right so far?
2. Is there a better way to do this?
Thank you,
Stu