Should I use a halogen light transformer with a higher wattage rating

light-fixture

I have a light fixture with 9 G4 20W halogen 12V light bulbs. It has Jindel 105W 120V to 12V transformer, which died. Please explain how 105W transformer can support 9 20W light bulbs? Should it be 180W (9*20W=180W) transformer? I couldn't find similar transformer with 180W, but I found 150W. Will it work in my fixture? Again, why OEM installed 105W transformer?
Thank you in advance for the response!

Best Answer

I think you are asking the right question. The transformer should be rated higher than the total load. It would be better to go higher with a landscaping type transformer this one is 12V @ 500W. You don't want to use a switching supply as they have a tough time with loads like halogen lights.