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Cast Lighting Transformers
New Feature Anouncement: All Master Series transformers are now equipped with No-Surge™ soft-start technology - an industry first. This feature absorbs inrush current and gradually releases it to the fixtures. This eliminates nuisance tripping of panel breakers and prolongs lamp life. Read more.
The CAST line of multi-tap landscape lighting transformers offer state-of-the-art construction, components and engineering at an affordable price. This includes a host of innovative features that give the contractor greater flexibility and control to ensure consistent trouble-free operation on any size lighting project.

Read a comprehensive article that details the state-of-the-art in landscape lighting transformer technology and how CAST has applied many advanced features to simplify installation, enhance performance and ensure long-life and system integrity.

Read an engineering study that compares CAST's 1200W Master Series Transformer with the 1200W transformer of another manufacturer.

View a comparison chart of our transformers.
"MASTER SERIES"
QUICK TRANSFORMER SELECTION GUIDE
All CAST Master Series Landscape Lighting Transformers have the following Features:
  • New Feature! No-Surge™ soft-start technology
  • Voltage taps from 12 to 18 volts
  • Fully encapsulated torroidal core for corrosion protection and heat dissipation
  • Magnetic circuit breakers on commons and primary
  • Power bypass relay to protect time clock and photocell
  • Separate amp testing loop accessible when photocell and timeclock are in place
  • Common breakers also act as on-off switches for different lighting zones.
  • Oversized terminals for up to (7) #10 wires – no wire nuts required
  • 125 Amp terminal block for secure connections and fast changes between voltage taps
  • Drop down wiring compartment with 12 knockouts for ease of installation
  • PVC pipe for clean installation of wiring
  • Spare common tap to allow 100% utilization of transformer’s capacity
  • Photocell and time clock easily added using provided outlets
  • 16-page bilingual (English/Spanish) stepwise installation manual
  • All 304 stainless steel construction
  • Lifetime warranty on winding
  • Internal wiring all tin coated, marine grade No-Ox
  • Internal wiring rated to 125‹ C
  • 3 Year warranty on breakers, time clock and photocell
900W CAST "Master Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer

900 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CM900SSMT)

Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 volts. Four common taps. Stainless steel housing.

With No-Surge™ soft-start technology.
Model #
Capacity (Watts)
75% Lamp Load (Watts)
CAST "Master Series" (12-18v taps)
CM900SSMT 900 675
CM1200SSMT 1200 900
CM1500SSMT 1500 1125
CAST"Journeymen Series" (12-15v taps)
CJ300PSMT, CJ300SSMT 300 225
CJ600PSMT, CJ600SSMT 600 450
CJ900PSMT 900 675
CJ900SSMT 900 675
CAST "Power Pro Series" (12-22v taps)
CP1200SSMT 1200 900
CP900SSMT 900 675
CAST "Export Series" (12-15v taps) (220 & 240v)
E1CJ300SSMT
220v 50/60Hz		 300 225
E2CJ300SSMT
240v 50/60Hz		 300 225
E1CJ600SSMT
220v 50/60Hz		 600 450
E2CJ600SSMT
240v 50/60Hz		 600 450
E1CJ900SSMT
220v 50/60Hz		 900 675
E2CJ900SSMT
240v 50/60Hz		 900 675
CAST Electronic Mini Transformers (Flying Lead)
CET75W 75 75*
CET150W 150 150*
E1CET75W
220v 50/60Hz		 75 75*
*In the case of Mini Transformers, suggested load is equal to capacity because these transformers are installed near fixtures and incur minimal voltage loss.
1200W CAST "Master Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer

1200 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CM1200SSMT)

Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 volts. Five common taps. Stainless steel housing.

With No-Surge™ soft-start technology.
1500W CAST "Master Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer
CAST 1500 Watt Low Voltage Lighting Transformer

1500 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer Model# CM1500SSMT)

This is the highest wattage transformer on the market. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 volts. Six common taps. Stainless steel housing.

With No-Surge™ soft-start technology.
"JOURNEYMEN SERIES"

All CAST Journeymen Series Landscape Lighting Transformers have the following Features:

  • UL 1838 Listed
  • Voltage taps from 12 to 15 volts
  • Pool and spa rated
  • High/Low primary power adjustment switch (boosts all taps one volt)
  • Fully encapsulated torroidal core for corrosion protection and heat dissipation
  • Magnetic circuit breakers on commons
  • Oversized terminals for up to (6) #10 wires — no wire nuts required
  • 125 Amp terminal block for secure connections and fast changes between voltage taps
  • Photocell and time clock easily added using provided outlets
  • Power bypass relay to protect time clock and photocell (900w model only)
  • 16-page bilingual (English/Spanish) stepwise installation manual
  • Internal wiring all tin coated, marine grade No-Ox
  • Internal wiring rated to 125‹ C
  • Lifetime warranty on winding
  • 3 Year warranty on breakers, time clock and photocells
300W CAST "Journeymen Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer (Black)
CAST 300 Watt Journeyman Low Voltage Lighting Transformer

300 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CJ300PSMT)

Black powder coated steel housing. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15 volts. One common tap.
600W CAST "Journeymen Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer (Black)

600 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CJ600PSMT)

Black powder-coated steel housing. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15 volts. Two common taps.
900W CAST "Journeymen Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer (Black)

900 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CJ900PSMT)

Black powder coated steel housing. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15 volts. Three common taps.
300W CAST "Journeymen Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer (Stainless)

300 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CJ300SSMT)

304 Stainless steel housing. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15 volts. One common tap.
600W CAST "Journeymen Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer

600 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CJ600SSMT)

304 Stainless steel housing. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15 volts. Two common taps.
900W CAST "Journeymen Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer

900 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CJ900SSMT)

304 Stainless steel housing. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15 volts. Three common taps.
"POWER PRO SERIES"
All CAST Power Pro Series Landscape Lighting Transformers have the following Features:
  • Voltage taps from 12 to 22 volts
  • Fully encapsulated torroidal core for corrosion protection and heat dissipation
  • Magnetic circuit breakers on commons
  • Power bypass relay to protect time clock and photocell
  • Separate amp testing loop accessible when photocell and timeclock are in place
  • Common breakers also act as on-off switches for different lighting zones.
  • Oversized terminals for up to (7) #10 wires (900 watt model requires no wire nuts; 1200 watt model has two wires that carry the 12 volt current – if 12 volt tap is required then these wires can be used).
  • 125 Amp terminal block for secure connections and fast changes between voltage taps
  • Drop down wiring compartment with 12 knockouts for ease of installation
  • Photocell and time clock easily added using provided outlets
  • 16-page stepwise installation manual
  • All 304 stainless steel construction
  • Internal wiring all tin coated, marine grade No-Ox
  • Internal wiring rated to 125‹ C
  • Lifetime warranty on winding
  • 3 Year warranty on breakers, time clock and photocell
1200W CAST "Power Pro Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer

1200 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CP1200SSMT)

Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 22 volts. Four common taps. Stainless steel housing.
900W CAST "Power Pro Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer

900 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# CP900SSMT)

Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 22 volts. Three common taps. Stainless steel housing.
"EXPORT SERIES"

Our Export Series of transfomers have the following features: (Note: Minimum order quantity required)

  • UL 1838 Listed
  • Voltage taps from 12 to 15 volts
  • Pool and spa rated
  • All 304 stainless steel construction
  • Fully encapsulated torroidal core for corrosion protection and heat dissipation
  • Magnetic circuit breakers on commons
  • Oversized terminals for up to (6) #10 wires — no wire nuts required
  • 125 Amp terminal blocks for secure connections and fast changes between voltage taps
  • Photocell and time clock easily added using provided outlets
  • Power bypass relay to protect time clock and photocell
  • 16-page bilingual (English/Spanish) stepwise installation manual
  • Internal wiring all tin coated, marine grade No-Ox
  • Internal wiring rated to 125ßC
  • Lifetime warranty on winding
  • 3 Year warranty on breakers, time clock and photocells
300W CAST "Export Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer

300 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# E1CJ300SSMT, 220V, 50/60Hz) (Model# E2CJ300SSMT, 240V, 50/60Hz)

304 Stainless steel housing. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15 volts. One common tap.
600W CAST "Export Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer

600 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# E1CJ600SSMT, 220V, 50/60Hz) (Model# E2CJ600SSMT, 240V, 50/60Hz)

304 Stainless steel housing. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15 volts. Two common taps.
900W CAST "Export Series"
Multi-Tap Transformer

900 Watt CAST Multi-Tap Transformer (Model# E1CJ900SSMT, 220V, 50/60Hz) (Model# E2CJ900SSMT, 240V, 50/60Hz)

304 Stainless steel housing. Voltage taps: 12, 13, 14, 15 volts. Three common taps.
 
"Mini Transformers " For Near-Fixture Applications

When you need to convert 120/220v to 11.6v near the fixture. . .
CAST Lighting offers a line of small 120v(220v)/11.6v electronic transformers designed for near-fixture applications. These compact units are meant to be mounted above grade in suitable electrical enclosures, such as junction boxes or the CAST Fixture Mounting Stake (CHMS1CB).

Features

  • Fully dimmable using standard inexpensive incandescent dimmers
  • Auto-reset short circuit protection
  • Auto-reset overload protection
  • Low operating temperature
  • Moisture resistant / outdoor compatible*
  • Includes heat shrink tubing and butt crimps
  • Lower voltage drop for long runs
  • UL/CUL recognized

*Install as per NEC or local requirements. Licensed Electrician required for installation.
75W CAST "Mini Transformer"

75 Watt CAST Mini Transformer (Model# CET75W)

Aluminum housing with Epoxy Resin Core, Flying Leads, 120v input/11.6v output.
150W CAST "Mini Transformer"

150 Watt CAST Mini Transformer (Model# CET150W)

Epoxy Resin housing, Flying Leads, 120v input/11.6v output.
75W CAST "Mini-Transformer"
Export Model

75 Watt CAST Mini Transformer (Model# E1CET75W) Export Model

Aluminum housing with Epoxy Resin Core, Flying Leads, 220v input/11.6v output.
 
Model
Watts
Taps (Volts)
Enclosure
Extra
Common*
Power Bypass Relay**
MASTER SERIES™ (Conforms to ANSI/UL Std. 506, certified to CAN/CSA Std.)
CM1500SSMT
1500
 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18
Stainless Steel
Yes
Yes
CM1200SSMT
1200
 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18
Stainless Steel
Yes
Yes
CM900SSMT
900
 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18
Stainless Steel
Yes
Yes
JOURNEYMEN SERIES™ (Pool and Spa Rated – Conforms to ANSI/UL Std. 1838, certified to CAN/CSA Std.)
CJ900SSMT
900
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Stainless Steel
No
Yes
CJ900PSMT
900
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Powder Coated Steel
No
Yes
CJ600SSMT
600
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Stainless Steel
No
No
CJ600PSMT
600
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Powder Coated Steel
No
No
CJ300SSMT
300
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Stainless Steel
No
No
CJ300PSMT
300
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Powder Coated Steel
No
No
POWER PRO SERIES™ (Conforms to ANSI/UL Std. 506, certified to CAN/CSA Std.)
CP1200SSMT
1200
 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 22
Stainless Steel
No
Yes
CP900SSMT
900
 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 22
Stainless Steel
No
Yes
EXPORT SERIES™ (Pool and Spa Rated – Conforms to ANSI/UL Std. 1838, certified to CAN/CSA Std.)
E1CJ300SSMT
220v 50/60Hz
300
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Stainless Steel
No
No
E2CJ300SSMT
240v 50/60Hz
300
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Stainless Steel
No
No
E1CJ600SSMT
220v 50/60Hz
600
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Stainless Steel
No
No
E2CJ600SSMT
240v 50/60Hz
600
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Stainless Steel
No
No
E1CJ900SSMT
220v 50/60Hz
900
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Stainless Steel
No
Yes
E2CJ900SSMT
240v 50/60Hz
900
 12, 13, 14 and 15
Stainless Steel
No
Yes
CAST Electronic Mini Transformers (Flying Lead) (UL/CUL Recognized)
CET75W
75
 single set of 11.6v leads
Aluminum housing with Epoxy Resin Core
No
No
CET150W
150
 single set of 11.6v leads
Epoxy Resin Housing
No
No
E1CET75W
220v 50/60Hz
75
 single set of 11.6v leads
Aluminum housing with Epoxy Resin Core
No
No

*Extra Common: A CAST exclusive, allows 100% utilization of transformer’s capacity
**Power Bypass Relay: With this relay, only a small current passes through the photo cell and timeclock, protecting these sensitive components – especially important with higher wattage transformers.
ACCESSORIES
Transformer Mount Photocell
Transformer Mount Photocell (Model# CTPC)

Photocell can be attached to either the left or right side of the transformer cabinet using transformer knockouts provided. Photocell comes with a easy to use "quick connect" feature. All necessary mounted hardware included.
Export Version
(Model# E1CTPC)

220/240V, 50/60Hz
Remote Photocell

Remote Photocell (Model# CTRPC)

Photocell can be attached to either the left or right side of the transformer cabinet using transformer knockouts provided. Photocell can be mounted up to 20 ft. from the transformer. Includes "quick connect" and all necessary mounting hardware.
Transformer Manual Time Clock

Transformer Manual Time Clock (Model# CTTC)

Easy to use, 120V, transformer plug-in timeclock.

Transformer Digital Time Clock
Transformer Digital Time Clock (Model# CTDTC)

Easy to use, 120V, transformer plug-in timeclock.
Export Version
(Model# E1CTDTC)

220/240V, 50/60Hz
Transformer Testing Unit
Transformer testing unit

Transformer Testing Unit (Model# CTSTAND)

300W x 5 circuits allows the testing of 300, 600, 900, 1200 and 1500W transformers. This enables a distributor or contractor to bench test any transformer under full load. Since 90% of all transformers returned defective have no problems, this device eliminates the unnecessary hassles with transformer returns.
 

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