TRANS USA PRODUCTS, INC.
TRANS USA PRODUCTS, INC. PCC-36002 Photocell Mechanical Outdoor Timer Switch
A plug-in mechanical timer with a photocell that turns outdoor lights on at dusk and off after two to eight hours
- TypePlug-In & Wall Switch Timers
- StylePlug In
- Switch TypeMechanical
- Enclosure TypeOutdoor
- Selling UnitEach
- Automatically activates lights at dusk using built-in photocell sensor
- Mechanical timer offers 2 to 8 hour runtime settings with simple button control
- Grounded three-wire plug compatible with LED, CFL and incandescent fixtures
- Weather-resistant enclosure designed for permanent outdoor installation
- Single plug-in unit powers security, landscape, patio and seasonal lighting
What it does and who uses it
This plug-in mechanical timer uses a photocell eye to turn outdoor lights on at dusk and off after a selectable 2-8 hour window. It is built for homeowners who want automatic dusk-to-dawn control of security, landscape, patio or seasonal lighting without programming a digital schedule.
What the photocell and grounded outlet change
The integrated photoelectric sensor removes the need to adjust clocks for seasonal daylight changes. A grounded three-wire outlet accepts standard plugs and supports compact fluorescent, LED and incandescent fixtures, so mixed lighting loads can be run from a single timer.
Installation ease and common issues
Plug the unit into a covered outdoor receptacle, press the button to choose the desired off-time, then connect the light string. The mechanical dial can be stiff in freezing temperatures, and the sensor must face away from artificial light or the timer will not trigger at dusk.
Highlights
- Automatically activates lights at dusk using built-in photocell sensor
- Mechanical timer offers 2 to 8 hour runtime settings with simple button control
- Grounded three-wire plug compatible with LED, CFL and incandescent fixtures
- Weather-resistant enclosure designed for permanent outdoor installation
- Single plug-in unit powers security, landscape, patio and seasonal lighting
Specifications
| Type | Plug-In & Wall Switch Timers |
|---|---|
| Style | Plug In |
| Switch Type | Mechanical |
| Enclosure Type | Outdoor |
| Selling Unit | Each |
Questions about this item
Will the mechanical timer mechanism need replacement after extended outdoor use?
The mechanical timer is built with durable construction for outdoor use and operates without replaceable electronic components.
What limits continuous operation — the 2 to 8 hour timing range or the photocell sensor?
The timing range of 2 to 8 hours sets the maximum on duration per cycle, while the photocell resets daily at dawn.
Does the unit generate heat or noise when plugged in all day controlling LED landscape lights?
The mechanical switch operates silently and produces negligible heat, compatible with LED, CFL and incandescent fixtures.
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