there is no such thing as a free lunch power consumption is directly proportional to current draw firstly you need to convert mains voltage to12volt via a transformer the advantage to 12 volt lighting is only recognised when using lower wattage halogen or led lighting. as far as i am aware the use of a mains voltage 100watt globe draws the same if not slightly less than a12volt 100watt light as the transformer uses power (in the form of heat) to produce 12volt at least this is what all my "sparky" contacts tell me . my own experience has shown led lighting to be the way to go , i am using a small deep cycle battery ,a small solar panel and leds so far so good with more and more 12volt led lights becoming available
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Yes, 12 volt lights are generally cheaper to run than 240 volt lights because they require less energy to operate. However, the initial cost of setting up a 12 volt lighting system may be higher due to the need for a transformer and special low-voltage fixtures.
No, a 240 volt string of Christmas lights is designed to be used with a 240 volt socket. Plugging it into a 110 volt socket may damage the lights and pose a safety hazard. Be sure to always use lights with the correct voltage rating.
For a 240 volt circuit, you should use a 240 volt fuse in each leg for proper protection. Using two 120 volt fuses is not recommended as it could lead to safety hazards and may not provide adequate protection for the circuit.
12 volts is enough for a 12-volt 100-watt light bulb. It would not be enough for a 120-volt or 240-volt bulb.
Yes, a 240 volt window air conditioner is generally more energy efficient than a 120 volt unit with the same BTU rating. This is because higher voltage appliances require less current to operate, which can result in lower energy consumption and potentially lower operating costs.
Not necessarily. The voltage of a light does not directly determine its energy consumption. The power rating of the light (measured in watts) will determine how much electricity it consumes. A 120-volt light may consume more or less energy than a 240-volt light depending on its power rating.