ᐅ An unfamiliar transformer in the kitchen

Hello, I bought a house and in the kitchen, the 3 halogen spotlights above the countertop keep turning off. I have checked everything, and it seems fine. Most likely, the transformer is just shutting off. I would replace it with a new one, but unfortunately, the wiring is behind the wall cabinets... Planning in 1998 wasn’t very forward-thinking. The transformer piques my curiosity, and I can’t find any information about it online. I would like to replace the halogen lamps with LEDs. However, I can’t find any wattage rating on the transformer to know what range I should be within. I took a photo of it. Can anyone make sense of the specifications?

It’s all written right there:

11.5V at 2.6A
P = U*I

so 29.9W

It also says above as 30VA (Volt Ampere = Watt)

11.5V is a halogen transformer. You can easily connect any 12V LED to it. But if the transformer already shuts off due to overheating, it’s better to replace it. 12V LED transformers are almost free on eBay... For LED strips, depending on the length, you will need somewhat more power, rather around 50W+ So, depending on the density and type of chips: 10W per meter (3 feet) as a guideline.

If not here, then definitely at the manufacturer. Just give them a call at 05223-185-0.

Thank you for the reply. I would like to replace it, but I would probably need to take down the wall cabinets first. The cable comes directly out of the transformer right behind them. I would prefer to avoid removing them. But now I know where the overheating is coming from. There are three 15-watt bulbs in there. I’m surprised the thing even turns on... I will first try replacing the bulbs with different ones.

There is a small problem. The transformer supplies alternating current, but LEDs require direct current. Also, the sockets will be different, for good reason.

Oh, I see.
Good to know, thank you. I’ll have to rethink then.

The cable that supplies power to the transformer is technically "his," meaning it is permanently installed in the transformer... But in the end, it doesn’t really matter if I just cut it and connect a more modern transformer to the cable, right? Under the insulation, it will just be positive, negative, and ground anyway, won’t it?