Rosco LitePad 3 Amp Transformer — 12 V DC mains power
Rosco’s 3 amp transformer turns 100–240 V AC mains into the 12 V DC that LitePads run on. Rated at 3 A, it powers a single panel or several ganged LitePads, as long as their combined draw stays inside that limit.
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Steady 12 V DC for LitePads
LitePads draw very little power, so one 3 A transformer can often feed more than one panel through a Y Splitter or 4-Way Spider Cable.
- Converts 100–240 V AC mains to 12 V DC
- Supplies up to 3 A in total
- Feeds several LitePads through Rosco splitters
Mains power on set, on stage and in the studio
Film & TV
Mains power for LitePads hidden in sets, cars and tight spaces, or rigged as eye lights and fill.
Stage & events
Powering LitePads used for set practicals, display lighting and backstage task light.
Photo studio
Reliable mains power for LitePads used as product, tabletop and portrait sources.
What it is — and what it isn’t
Use it for
- Rosco LitePads that run on 12 V DC
- Ganged LitePads whose combined draw is below 3 A
- Use with Rosco Y Splitters, 4-Way Spider Cables, extension cables and dimmers
Don’t use it for
- Loads that add up to 3 A or more
- LED products from other brands without checking voltage, polarity and connector
- Outdoor or wet locations unless the whole setup is properly protected
Getting the best result
- Add up the rated current of every LitePad you plan to connect (see each Rosco spec sheet).
- Check the total is below 3 A — if not, split the load across more transformers.
- Connect the LitePad(s) to the transformer’s DC output, using a Y Splitter, 4-Way Spider or extension cable as needed.
- Plug the transformer into mains power and switch on. Test the full setup before the shoot or show.
Key details
| Input | 100–240 V AC |
|---|---|
| Output | 12 V DC, 3 A |
| Works with | Any standard LitePad, or several LitePads ganged together, as long as the combined draw stays below three amps (per Rosco). |
| Mains lead | Ask us to confirm the lead/plug supplied |
| Product code | 290635030120 |
Common questions
Is the 3 Amp Transformer enough for my LitePads?
Add up the current draw of each LitePad from its Rosco spec sheet. If the total is below 3 A, this transformer will run them through a Y Splitter or 4-Way Spider Cable. If it’s close to or over 3 A, use the 5 A transformer or split the load.
How many LitePads can I run from one transformer?
Several, provided the total current of every LitePad connected stays below 3 A. Add up the rated draw of each panel from its Rosco spec sheet and leave some headroom.
Does it work on Australian and NZ mains?
Rosco rates the input at 100–240 V AC, which covers Australian and New Zealand mains voltage. Check the mains lead or plug type with us when you order.
Can I dim LitePads powered by this transformer?
Yes — add a LitePad dimmer between the transformer and the LitePad, such as the Single Fader Dimmer or the Two Channel DMX Dimmer. Keep within the dimmer’s own rating too.
Check the combined current draw of every LitePad on a circuit against the rating of the power source and every cable in the chain, and test the setup before the shoot or show. Specifications are from Rosco data and are a guide only.
Planning a LitePad setup?
Tell us which LitePads you’re running and how you want to power them, and we’ll help you choose the right supply, cables and mounts.
