convert ZW 275 B-U output to DC to power 3528 LED's

Sorry. It's a Lionel ZW 275 transformer.

You just need to use some diodes or bridge rectifier to convert the AC output to DC output. There are even complete setups such as buck converts that are available.

https://www.google.com/search?...ply+Output+DC1.5-27V

bmoran4 posted:

You just need to use some diodes or bridge rectifier to convert the AC output to DC output. There are even complete setups such as buck converts that are available.

https://www.google.com/search?...ply+Output+DC1.5-27V

 

Boy, I wish I had seen this link earlier, it would have made life easier.

Ray

Thanks! that is exactly what i need!

BackYardBill posted:

Thanks! that is exactly what i need!

Remember, because they can work with either an ac or dc input, you can power a buss with one, off the xfrmr, then use others to adjust one or more buildings to other voltages to suit your need.  This is a pretty good buy for 10 shipped free.  Forum rules disallow direct link to auction sites, so put in the item number in the site search box.  Always good to have extras for expansion or changes later on.

Well, after thinking this idea of using a ZW 275 control to power the LED building lights, I decided all it would accomplish is  replacing the small Lifelike transformer with small rectifier box. So I guess I will keep using the Lifelike.

@TedW posted:

Remember, because they can work with either an ac or dc input, you can power a buss with one, off the xfrmr, then use others to adjust one or more buildings to other voltages to suit your need.  This is a pretty good buy for 10 shipped free.  Forum rules disallow direct link to auction sites, so put in the item number in the site search box.  Always good to have extras for expansion or changes later on.

I just purchased this adjustable one and will update the post once it is tested.

For about $20 you could also use a used computer power supply. 300+ watts at 12 vdc to power a lot of strip lights.