I have three 12V halogen downlights on the landing which share the same transformer if I remember correctly. The switch for those also controls a separate light fitting on the stairs, which I've just 'upgraded' with 3 x 5W LED lamps. Given that the halogens are expensive to run (plus safety considerations as they're covered by loft insulation), I thought I may as well disconnect them and just use the stairs light, which is plenty bright enough. This is where my rookie questions come in... can anyone please advise:
I may get the transformer taken out and the fittings swapped for GU10 at some point so I can put LEDs in, but I'm thinking the above would be a useful stopgap in the meantime.
Thanks...
- Is it safe to disconnect each of the MR16s and just tuck the connector of the way (keeping the lamp in situ for cosmetic reasons), without disconnecting the transformer?
- Is this likely to result in any (significant) energy wastage?
I may get the transformer taken out and the fittings swapped for GU10 at some point so I can put LEDs in, but I'm thinking the above would be a useful stopgap in the meantime.
Thanks...
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