A small plug-in transformer that does one job well
The PWR24V1A is a compact plug-in power supply for LED strips, designed specifically for short runs. Rather than running a large hardwired driver above a ceiling for a metre or two of tape, you plug this transformer into a standard wall outlet and you are done. That makes it ideal for retrofits where no junction box exists nearby: a display cabinet, a bookcase, a piece of millwork, a bar counter, a headboard or a small sign. Its slim body tucks behind furniture or inside a cabinet toe-kick where it stays out of sight.
Electrical details and how to size your run
Input is a 120V AC power cable, the standard household voltage in Canada, and output is 24V 1A for a maximum of 24W. The single number to respect is that 1A output. Every LED strip has a stated consumption per metre; add up the consumption of the length you plan to connect and stay under the capacity of the supply. Overloading it will damage it — that is the most common mistake we see, and it is entirely avoidable. When in doubt, use a shorter run or step up to a larger power supply. Also remember that this unit is not dimmable: it delivers steady power, and any dimming or colour control has to come from a controller installed downstream.
Technical specifications
SKU: PWR24V1A
Brand: CDNLUX
Certification: cULus for Canada and USA
Input: 120V AC power cable
Output: 24V 1A 24W
Dimmable: No
Compatibility with your LED tape and controllers
This LED driver works with 24V LED strips in single colour, RGB and RGBW versions. It is not intended for strips of another voltage, so confirm your tape is 24V before connecting. For additional control, simply add a compatible controller: on a single colour strip it gives you dimming, and on RGB or RGBW strips it unlocks colour selection and lighting effects. The wiring order is straightforward — outlet, power supply, controller, then strip — and polarity must be respected at the strip connection. Keep the connection points accessible so the run can be serviced or extended later.
Real-world uses and documentation
Homeowners use it for under-cabinet lighting in a kitchen, cove lighting in a basement family room, closet and pantry strips, stair nosing accents or a soft glow behind a TV. Contractors keep one on hand to finish a punch-list item without pulling new wire. Small businesses light a jewellery case, a shelf of products, a reception desk or a window display where a discreet plug-in solution is exactly what the space allows. It suits residential and commercial projects alike, and its cULus listing for Canada and the USA is there when your inspector asks. The technical PDF for the 24V 1A (24W) Power Supply for LED Strips is available in the Documentation tab — download it before you order so you can match it against the consumption figures of your chosen LED strip.
