Fluval 2.0 Power Source: Alternatives? Need Electrical help!

[fishydaddy]

Hey all,

I got two free fluval 2.0 lights a while back but both didn't come with the rest of the cord/plug/power source box. I really want to salvage these lights but all of the replacement chords are anywhere from $60-$100 each without the wall plug included.
Is it possible to wire your own power source or use one that is made for another piece of equipment? They have a strange plug, there's four prongs, so I'm not sure how many other things use this kind of plug or if it's fluval specific. It would be great to find another product that has the same chord!
Here is the listing for the cheapest one: https://www.amazon.com/Fluval-Marine-Replacement-Supply-A20425/dp/B01G2JUZBG
If y'all have any ideas, let me know!

 

[ForceTen]

Look real good at the fixture itself and see if the power requirements are printed somewhere. The cord needed comes with a transformer (square box) and the transformer has a current rating and a voltage rating.
Some small transformers like for phones and other electronics also change the voltage to DC instead of AC. This is very important as you could ruin your light.
The transformer also has specific connections for the cord itself. My Fluval has a hard wired cord that gets plugged into the wall. But it has a specific cord receptacle for the light.
They should match. Look at the cord hanging from the fixture. This cord gets plugged into the transformer.
I would see how much your fixture/light costs and see if buying the correct cord and transformer is worth the money.
But look at the light and post back with all the labeling thats on it. Also look at the receptacle for the fixture cord and see its configuration and see if there are any symbols indicating its requirement. Without this info, no one can help unless they have the exact fixture and can provide this information.
Personally I would just buy it. Much easier and then you know its right. Amazon does not even list a price so I bet it has a long lead time or it may not be available.
Check that too.