I plan on using a Function Devices RIBU2S2 relay as part of this project . The wires provided by the relay are 18ga. On the "line in" side, they will be connected to 12ga romex wires from a circuit on a 20A circuit breaker. The "load" side will go to a couple of Halo HLB6 LED wafer recessed light drivers that are about 14 watts each, so power usage will be minimal.
The relay and drivers will be in an easily accessible location in a conditioned attic that will be used for storage. I'm wondering if I should connect the romex to one side of a 5A circuit breaker (maybe a miniature breaker in a box mounted next to the relay) as an extra protection device for all of the wiring downstream from the romex. It would also provide an obvious shutoff switch for these two drivers/lights if, for example, on of the drivers needed to be replaced. Electrician says it isn't necessary.
Comments?
Thanks,
Ira
The relay and drivers will be in an easily accessible location in a conditioned attic that will be used for storage. I'm wondering if I should connect the romex to one side of a 5A circuit breaker (maybe a miniature breaker in a box mounted next to the relay) as an extra protection device for all of the wiring downstream from the romex. It would also provide an obvious shutoff switch for these two drivers/lights if, for example, on of the drivers needed to be replaced. Electrician says it isn't necessary.
Comments?
Thanks,
Ira