Garden/Pool Transformer

Transformers for Garden and Pool
Electrical transformers are found almost everywhere around us. They are used for different tasks, but generally, their purpose is to change voltage.

In your home, you may find various transformers, whether for lighting, household appliances, or your boiler…

They are everywhere—even in your garden! In fact, to light up your outdoor spaces, you will generally need transformers to convert the 230VAC from your mains to 12VAC for your LED lights, for example.

ABL Transfo offers transformers for garden and pool. If you need a waterproof transformer, for example if you’d like to bury it, we recommend the GARDEN FAMILY transformer, available in 12V and 24V.
What are the uses for 12V and 24V?
12V transformers are widely used for lighting. Whether for your pool’s halogen or LED lamps/spots, or for your garden post lighting, they get the job done perfectly.

24V transformers are used for other tasks, typically powering devices. For example, the motor for your pool roller shutter.

Why does power form part of your safety equipment?

The power of an electrical transformer is measured in Watts (W) or Volt-Amperes (VA). This value is displayed on the product packaging and is important to ensure your safety. In fact, the higher the wattage of the transformer, the more current it can tolerate. A transformer does not deliver a power output, but tolerates it. To determine the power needed for your transformer, take the power consumption of the device to be powered. For example, consider a spot with 3 LEDs of 10W each. Each LED uses 10W, so the total power is 30W. Multiply this sum by 1.25 to have a sufficient safety margin (thus increasing the transformer’s lifespan). In our example: 30W x 1.25 = 37.5.

For your setup, you will therefore need a transformer of at least 37.5W. Round up to the nearest value, so in this case, a 50VA transformer.