Toroidal transformer 500 VA – 120 V USA → 12 V AC, toroidal transformer Class B

500 VA Toroidal Transformer 120 V to 12 V AC at a Glance

The 500 VA toroidal transformer is designed for operation on 120 V power grids, making it particularly suitable for applications in the USA. It steps down the input voltage from 120 V AC to 12 V AC, providing a high secondary current of 41.6 A.

Thanks to its toroidal design, the transformer offers a compact construction, low magnetic leakage, and quiet operation. It is suitable for high-performance 12 V low-voltage lighting, halogen systems, and suitable 12 V AC LED applications, as well as for technical control and regulation applications.

500 VA for high-performance low-voltage applications

With a rated power of 500 VA, the toroidal transformer is suitable for applications with a correspondingly high power demand. On the secondary side, 12 V AC is available at a current of 41.6 A.

120 V input for the US market

The transformer is specifically intended for a primary voltage of 120 V AC at 60 Hz. This makes it particularly suitable for US projects, export lighting, and other applications operated on a corresponding 120 V power grid.

12 V AC for halogen and suitable LED systems

On the output side, the transformer provides 12 V AC alternating voltage. It is therefore suitable for compatible halogen lighting systems as well as LED components that are explicitly designed for operation with 12 V AC.

Compact toroidal design

With a diameter of 160 mm and a height of 66 mm, the transformer offers a compact design despite its high power. Toroidal technology also enables comparatively quiet operation and low magnetic leakage.

Typical areas of application

• 12 V low-voltage lighting
• Halogen lighting systems
• Suitable 12 V AC LED systems
• Control and regulation technology
• Industrial and workshop applications
• Export and US projects

Technical data

• Product type: Toroidal transformer
• Version: USA version
• Design: Toroidal
• Primary voltage: 0–120 V AC
• Mains frequency: 60 Hz
• Secondary voltage: 12 V AC
• Secondary current: 41.6 A
• Rated power: 500 VA
• Insulation class: Class B
• Material: Plastic (insulation)
• Color: Silver
• Shape: Round
• Diameter: 160 mm
• Height: 66 mm
• Area of use: Indoor

Important note

The toroidal transformer is intended exclusively for a mains voltage of 120 V AC and must not be operated directly on a European 230 V power grid.

The output provides 12 V AC alternating voltage and is therefore not suitable for consumers that explicitly require 12 V DC direct voltage. The transformer must be professionally fused and installed and is intended for indoor use only.

Frequently asked questions

What input voltage is the toroidal transformer designed for?

The toroidal transformer is designed for an input voltage of 120 V AC at 60 Hz.

What output voltage does the transformer provide?

The transformer provides 12 V AC alternating voltage on the secondary side.

What is the power rating of the toroidal transformer?

The toroidal transformer has a rated power of 500 VA and provides a secondary current of 41.6 A.

Can the transformer be used for LED lighting?

The transformer can be used for LED systems if they are explicitly suitable for operation with 12 V AC alternating voltage.

Can the transformer be operated on a German 230 V grid?

No, the toroidal transformer is intended exclusively for 120 V grids and must not be operated directly on a 230 V power grid.