- 1 × Lighting Control Adapter D (LMA-12)
TrolMaster LMA-12 D-Ballast Lighting Control Adapter
- Converts digital control to 0-11.5V analog output for D ballast systems
- Onboard LED indicator confirms the signal path is live for faster troubleshooting
- Plug and play RJ12 connection works with Hydro-X, Green-X, and Tent-X systems
- 3-year warranty covering all mechanical and electronic components
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Who This Is For
- You are integrating older D ballast lights into a Hydro-X system because digital controllers cannot talk to them.
- You are automating canopy light intensity because manually adjusting analog knobs every day creates too much variance.
What We Found
- The LED indicator is a lifesaver when you are tracing signal issues across a large room with multiple daisy chains.
- We found the RJ12 connection seats much firmer than cheaper adapters, which prevents those random light flickers.
What Users Say
- Users who kept their old D ballasts say this adapter saved them from having to replace an entire room of lights.
- Growers tell us the 0 to 11.5 volt range gives them much smoother dimming than they had with manual knobs.
TrolMaster LMA-12 D-Ballast Lighting Control Adapter
Managing professional-grade grow lights often requires bridging the gap between digital controllers and analog fixtures. The TrolMaster LMA-12 is specifically engineered to solve this incompatibility, converting the digital signal from your TrolMaster Hydro-X HCS-1 Grow Tent Control into the precise 0–11.5V analog output required by D ballast lighting systems.
This adapter ensures your lights respond seamlessly to programmed schedules, sunrise/sunset simulation, and intensity adjustments without manual intervention. By integrating the LMA-12 into your environmental control setup, you gain granular control over your canopy's light levels, maximizing energy efficiency and optimizing plant growth cycles.
Compatibility: TrolMaster Hydro-X, Green-X, and Tent-X Systems | D Ballast Grow Lights
What's Included
Features
Digital-to-Analog Signal Conversion
Converts the TrolMaster controller's digital output into the 0–11.5V analog signal required by D ballast grow lights.
Plug & Play Setup
Connects easily via RJ12 cable between the ballast and controller with no additional wiring or tools needed.
LED Status Indicator
Onboard LED indicator confirms the adapter is active and the signal path is live for easy troubleshooting.
TrolMaster LMA-12 Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Voltage | 0–11.5V |
| Maximum Current | 0.2A |
| Signal Conversion | Digital to Analog |
| Compatible Fixtures | D Ballast Grow Lights |
| Working Environment | 32–122°F (0–50°C), Humidity ≤90% |
| Package Dimensions | 156mm (L) × 83mm (W) × 30mm (H) |
| Gross Weight | 0.05 kg |
| Compatibility | Hydro-X, Green-X, Tent-X |
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Warranty
TrolMaster backs the LMA-12 with a 3-year warranty from the original date of purchase, covering all mechanical and electronic components under normal operating conditions.
FAQs
The LMA-12 converts digital signals from TrolMaster controllers into the 0-11.5V analog signals required by D ballast grow lights for automated dimming.
The TrolMaster LMA-11 is designed for P (programmable) ballasts, while the LMA-12 is specifically for D (dimmable) ballasts.
It is specifically for D ballasts. For LED fixtures, you likely need a different adapter such as the TrolMaster LMA-T.
No, the LMA-12 is powered through the RJ12 connection from the main controller.
The onboard LED indicator will light up once the connection is active and the signal path is established.
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