What does 12 Way + 2 mean?
The board has 12 sockets for the main timed lighting circuit plus 2 additional auxiliary sockets for compatible supporting equipment such as ventilation fans.
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12 Way MDF Lighting Timer Board - 12 Timed Sockets & 2 Auxiliary Fan Sockets
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£49.99
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The 12 Way + 2 MDF Lighting Timer Board provides centralised control for multi-light installations, combining 12 timed lighting sockets with 2 auxiliary sockets for compatible fans and supporting equipment.
Designed to provide a more organised alternative to using numerous individual plug-in timers, the board brings the lighting outlets, mechanical timer and contactor switching together on a single rigid MDF mounting board.
The 12 timed UK sockets allow compatible lighting equipment to follow the same automatic schedule, while the 2 auxiliary sockets provide separate connections for compatible ventilation or environmental equipment.
This makes the board particularly useful for medium to larger horticultural lighting installations where reliable centralised switching and straightforward equipment organisation are required.
Why choose the 12 Way + 2 MDF Lighting Timer Board?
- 12 timed lighting sockets - control multiple compatible lights from one central timer.
- 2 auxiliary sockets - additional connections for compatible fans and supporting equipment.
- Integrated mechanical timer - provides automatic daily lighting control from a single location.
- Contactor-controlled switching - separates the timing function from the switching of the main lighting load.
- Centralised lighting control - helps keep a multi-light installation organised and easier to manage.
- Common lighting schedule - connected lighting on the timed circuit operates together rather than relying on numerous separately programmed timers.
- MDF mounting board - sockets and control components are arranged on a rigid mounting surface.
- Designed for fixed installations - suitable where a dedicated multi-way lighting control point is preferable to individual extension leads and timers.
12 timed sockets for multi-light control
The board provides 12 UK lighting sockets controlled by the central timer, allowing multiple compatible lighting systems to operate from the same programmed schedule.
This simplifies the management of larger lighting installations because the daily switching cycle can be controlled centrally rather than setting and maintaining a separate timer for every light.
Lighting connected to the timed circuit can therefore switch together at the beginning and end of the programmed lighting period.
The number of available sockets should not be confused with electrical capacity. The actual number, type and wattage of lights that can be connected depends on the electrical characteristics of the equipment, the timer board and the supply feeding it.
Contactor-controlled lighting
Switching multiple lighting systems can place significant demands on electrical control equipment, particularly where ballasts, drivers or other control gear produce substantial starting or inrush current.
The timer board uses a contactor-controlled switching arrangement. The mechanical timer determines when the lighting should operate, while the contactor handles the switching of the connected lighting circuit.
This is a more appropriate arrangement for multi-light control than attempting to pass the entire connected lighting load directly through an ordinary plug-in timer.
2 auxiliary sockets for fans & supporting equipment
In addition to the 12 timed lighting outlets, the board includes 2 auxiliary sockets for compatible supporting equipment.
Ventilation fans are a typical application, allowing extraction, intake or circulation equipment to be incorporated into the same organised power distribution area.
The electrical requirements of any equipment connected to these outlets should be checked before use. Equipment requiring dedicated thermostatic, speed or environmental control should still be connected through the appropriate controller where required.
A cleaner approach to multi-light power distribution
As a lighting installation expands, using numerous individual timers and extension leads can quickly make power distribution difficult to organise.
A dedicated MDF timer board provides a clear central point for the main lighting connections and associated equipment. This can make the installation easier to understand, inspect and maintain.
It also means the lighting schedule is controlled from one location, reducing the possibility of individual timers being set to slightly different times.
Installation & electrical planning
A 12-way lighting timer board forms part of a substantial electrical installation. The electrical supply, circuit protection, cabling and connected equipment therefore need to be considered together.
The board should be securely mounted in a suitable dry location and kept protected from irrigation water, spray, condensation and excessive moisture. Sufficient space should be maintained around the board for safe operation, inspection and maintenance.
The electrical supply and installation requirements should be assessed and completed by a suitably qualified electrician.
12 Way + 2 MDF Lighting Timer Board product details
| Product type | MDF lighting contactor and timer board |
|---|---|
| Timed lighting sockets | 12 |
| Auxiliary sockets | 2 |
| Socket format | UK sockets |
| Lighting control | Integrated mechanical timer with contactor-controlled switching |
| Mounting format | MDF board |
| Primary application | Centralised control of multi-light installations |
| Typical auxiliary applications | Compatible ventilation fans and supporting environmental equipment |
| Outer case quantity | 4 boards |
12 Way + 2 MDF Lighting Timer Board FAQs
What is the advantage of controlling all the lights from one timer?
A central timer keeps compatible lighting on one common schedule. This avoids having to programme numerous individual timers and reduces the chance of different lights switching at slightly different times.
Why is a contactor used on the timer board?
The contactor performs the electrical switching of the lighting circuit while the timer determines when that switching occurs. This avoids placing the complete multi-light load directly through the timer contacts.
Can the two additional sockets be used for extraction and intake fans?
Compatible extraction, intake or circulation fans are typical applications for the auxiliary sockets. Any separate fan speed or environmental control requirements should still be considered when planning the system.
Does having 12 sockets mean any 12 lights can be connected?
No. Socket count and electrical capacity are different. The connected equipment's running load, starting or inrush characteristics and the capacity of the electrical installation must all be considered.
Can the timer board be used with modern LED plant lighting?
It can be used with compatible LED lighting where the drivers, total connected load and inrush characteristics are suitable for the switching equipment and electrical installation.
Can HID and LED lighting be connected to the same timer board?
Potentially, but the complete electrical characteristics of the connected equipment must be assessed. Different lighting technologies can have very different starting and inrush behaviour even when their stated running wattages are similar.
What happens if one light is unplugged?
The remaining equipment connected to the timed circuit can continue following the common timer schedule. Individual sockets provide separate physical connections while the switching schedule is controlled centrally.
Where should the MDF lighting timer board be mounted?
Mount it securely in a suitable dry location protected from irrigation water, spray, condensation and excessive moisture, while retaining sufficient access for inspection and maintenance.
Why is the board mounted on MDF?
The MDF panel provides a rigid mounting surface that keeps the sockets, timer and switching components together as one organised control assembly.
Does this require professional electrical installation?
The board forms part of a substantial multi-way electrical installation. The available supply, circuit protection, cabling and total connected load should be assessed and the installation completed by a suitably qualified electrician.
How many 12 Way + 2 timer boards are in an outer case?
The outer case quantity is 4 boards.
12 Way MDF Lighting Timer Board - 12 Timed Sockets & 2 Auxiliary Fan Sockets
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The 12 Way + 2 MDF Lighting Timer Board provides centralised control for multi-light installations, combining 12 timed lighting sockets with 2 auxiliary sockets for compatible fans and supporting equipment.
Designed to provide a more organised alternative to using numerous individual plug-in timers, the board brings the lighting outlets, mechanical timer and contactor switching together on a single rigid MDF mounting board.
The 12 timed UK sockets allow compatible lighting equipment to follow the same automatic schedule, while the 2 auxiliary sockets provide separate connections for compatible ventilation or environmental equipment.
This makes the board particularly useful for medium to larger horticultural lighting installations where reliable centralised switching and straightforward equipment organisation are required.
Why choose the 12 Way + 2 MDF Lighting Timer Board?
- 12 timed lighting sockets - control multiple compatible lights from one central timer.
- 2 auxiliary sockets - additional connections for compatible fans and supporting equipment.
- Integrated mechanical timer - provides automatic daily lighting control from a single location.
- Contactor-controlled switching - separates the timing function from the switching of the main lighting load.
- Centralised lighting control - helps keep a multi-light installation organised and easier to manage.
- Common lighting schedule - connected lighting on the timed circuit operates together rather than relying on numerous separately programmed timers.
- MDF mounting board - sockets and control components are arranged on a rigid mounting surface.
- Designed for fixed installations - suitable where a dedicated multi-way lighting control point is preferable to individual extension leads and timers.
12 timed sockets for multi-light control
The board provides 12 UK lighting sockets controlled by the central timer, allowing multiple compatible lighting systems to operate from the same programmed schedule.
This simplifies the management of larger lighting installations because the daily switching cycle can be controlled centrally rather than setting and maintaining a separate timer for every light.
Lighting connected to the timed circuit can therefore switch together at the beginning and end of the programmed lighting period.
The number of available sockets should not be confused with electrical capacity. The actual number, type and wattage of lights that can be connected depends on the electrical characteristics of the equipment, the timer board and the supply feeding it.
Contactor-controlled lighting
Switching multiple lighting systems can place significant demands on electrical control equipment, particularly where ballasts, drivers or other control gear produce substantial starting or inrush current.
The timer board uses a contactor-controlled switching arrangement. The mechanical timer determines when the lighting should operate, while the contactor handles the switching of the connected lighting circuit.
This is a more appropriate arrangement for multi-light control than attempting to pass the entire connected lighting load directly through an ordinary plug-in timer.
2 auxiliary sockets for fans & supporting equipment
In addition to the 12 timed lighting outlets, the board includes 2 auxiliary sockets for compatible supporting equipment.
Ventilation fans are a typical application, allowing extraction, intake or circulation equipment to be incorporated into the same organised power distribution area.
The electrical requirements of any equipment connected to these outlets should be checked before use. Equipment requiring dedicated thermostatic, speed or environmental control should still be connected through the appropriate controller where required.
A cleaner approach to multi-light power distribution
As a lighting installation expands, using numerous individual timers and extension leads can quickly make power distribution difficult to organise.
A dedicated MDF timer board provides a clear central point for the main lighting connections and associated equipment. This can make the installation easier to understand, inspect and maintain.
It also means the lighting schedule is controlled from one location, reducing the possibility of individual timers being set to slightly different times.
Installation & electrical planning
A 12-way lighting timer board forms part of a substantial electrical installation. The electrical supply, circuit protection, cabling and connected equipment therefore need to be considered together.
The board should be securely mounted in a suitable dry location and kept protected from irrigation water, spray, condensation and excessive moisture. Sufficient space should be maintained around the board for safe operation, inspection and maintenance.
The electrical supply and installation requirements should be assessed and completed by a suitably qualified electrician.
12 Way + 2 MDF Lighting Timer Board product details
| Product type | MDF lighting contactor and timer board |
|---|---|
| Timed lighting sockets | 12 |
| Auxiliary sockets | 2 |
| Socket format | UK sockets |
| Lighting control | Integrated mechanical timer with contactor-controlled switching |
| Mounting format | MDF board |
| Primary application | Centralised control of multi-light installations |
| Typical auxiliary applications | Compatible ventilation fans and supporting environmental equipment |
| Outer case quantity | 4 boards |
12 Way + 2 MDF Lighting Timer Board FAQs
What does 12 Way + 2 mean?
The board has 12 sockets for the main timed lighting circuit plus 2 additional auxiliary sockets for compatible supporting equipment such as ventilation fans.
What is the advantage of controlling all the lights from one timer?
A central timer keeps compatible lighting on one common schedule. This avoids having to programme numerous individual timers and reduces the chance of different lights switching at slightly different times.
Why is a contactor used on the timer board?
The contactor performs the electrical switching of the lighting circuit while the timer determines when that switching occurs. This avoids placing the complete multi-light load directly through the timer contacts.
Can the two additional sockets be used for extraction and intake fans?
Compatible extraction, intake or circulation fans are typical applications for the auxiliary sockets. Any separate fan speed or environmental control requirements should still be considered when planning the system.
Does having 12 sockets mean any 12 lights can be connected?
No. Socket count and electrical capacity are different. The connected equipment's running load, starting or inrush characteristics and the capacity of the electrical installation must all be considered.
Can the timer board be used with modern LED plant lighting?
It can be used with compatible LED lighting where the drivers, total connected load and inrush characteristics are suitable for the switching equipment and electrical installation.
Can HID and LED lighting be connected to the same timer board?
Potentially, but the complete electrical characteristics of the connected equipment must be assessed. Different lighting technologies can have very different starting and inrush behaviour even when their stated running wattages are similar.
What happens if one light is unplugged?
The remaining equipment connected to the timed circuit can continue following the common timer schedule. Individual sockets provide separate physical connections while the switching schedule is controlled centrally.
Where should the MDF lighting timer board be mounted?
Mount it securely in a suitable dry location protected from irrigation water, spray, condensation and excessive moisture, while retaining sufficient access for inspection and maintenance.
Why is the board mounted on MDF?
The MDF panel provides a rigid mounting surface that keeps the sockets, timer and switching components together as one organised control assembly.
Does this require professional electrical installation?
The board forms part of a substantial multi-way electrical installation. The available supply, circuit protection, cabling and total connected load should be assessed and the installation completed by a suitably qualified electrician.
How many 12 Way + 2 timer boards are in an outer case?
The outer case quantity is 4 boards.
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