I currently have 2x tanks that I would like to fit with timers for the lights. Both have manual on/off switches. One has a switch attached to the cable and the other has the switch on top of the light housing (see photos below).
Would a timer still work on lights with these kind of on/off button switches?
Timer For Tank Lights
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Yes if they are wired the right way and are 12v ( which both of them should be )
Ive used a tc420 with about 10 different 12v light with smd type chips. I’m still use one now with a twinstar light
Ive used a tc420 with about 10 different 12v light with smd type chips. I’m still use one now with a twinstar light
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I use a smart plug for both of my tanks. Comes with an app that you can set on off times for.
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