liquidfunk
Premium Member
ive got a 4w 9v 200ma adapter, will this work for the 3 sets of bulbs I bought? (three of the 3 led lights)
if so, how do I wire it, series or parallel?
if so, how do I wire it, series or parallel?
LED moonlighting from autolumination
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liquidfunk
Premium Member
OK scratch that,, I found a 12v version and used it, looks SWEEEEET!!! :eek2: :eek1: :eek2:
DerrickBrown
New member
Please bare with me.
Can someone show how these lights are connected to a power source? 12V battery?
Can someone show how these lights are connected to a power source? 12V battery?
DerrickBrown
New member
Oh wow, I can't believe I missed that photo.
Thanks
Thanks
Critter
Premium Member
Maybe this will work... couldn't get a good pic with the lights off so I made a movie. its a .wmv file. 3 meg so be warned if you have a slow connection.
Moonlight Movie.
Moonlight Movie.
scrummyotool said:
i went ahead and ordered me 2 moonlights for my 60g tank, but i accidentally ordered 8 LED's instead of 3 LED's, i wrote them an email to correct my order and to refund me the difference in price. if they are not able to send me the 3 LED's, is the 8 LED's too bright for a 60g retrofit (approx. 5-6 inches from the water)?
TIA
Nuke
TIA
Nuke
nyfireman3097
In Memoriam
yeah mine in less then a few minutes
Nick
Nick
Beenalongtime79
New member
Wow Nyfireman,
That sucks. I've only had running constantly for 1 month, so here's to hoping they last.
Danlu Gt,
How many mAs did you have the fixtures running off of? I know they are pretty damn long lasting as long as you deliver the proper amperage.
Peace,
John H.
That sucks. I've only had running constantly for 1 month, so here's to hoping they last.
Danlu Gt,
How many mAs did you have the fixtures running off of? I know they are pretty damn long lasting as long as you deliver the proper amperage.
Peace,
John H.
Beenalongtime79
New member
Thanks toona for the clarification.
That really stinks that they burnt out so soon. Do you have an explanation for that one Toona?
Peace,
John H.
That really stinks that they burnt out so soon. Do you have an explanation for that one Toona?
Peace,
John H.
BeanAnimal
Premium Member
Guys....
You need to understand how an LED works and how to wire them properly. For those of you who are having problems with them burning out... your resisitor is to small or you are providing to much voltage for the factory installed resistor. The led uses the extra current (from the higher voltage) and burns out. There is difference between series and parallel connections. A car provides around 13.5 volts, your 12v "wal-wart" provides anywhere from 10-20 volts depending on it's load, design, and input voltage. I suggest visiting any of the hundreds of LED information sites on the internet. I can not offer specific design notes without knowing your exact setups.
The RESISTOR is the key, not the current (mA) ratting of the power supply. Your power supply simply must be able to provide MORE current than the LEDs will use.
Bean
You need to understand how an LED works and how to wire them properly. For those of you who are having problems with them burning out... your resisitor is to small or you are providing to much voltage for the factory installed resistor. The led uses the extra current (from the higher voltage) and burns out. There is difference between series and parallel connections. A car provides around 13.5 volts, your 12v "wal-wart" provides anywhere from 10-20 volts depending on it's load, design, and input voltage. I suggest visiting any of the hundreds of LED information sites on the internet. I can not offer specific design notes without knowing your exact setups.
The RESISTOR is the key, not the current (mA) ratting of the power supply. Your power supply simply must be able to provide MORE current than the LEDs will use.
Bean
nyfireman3097
In Memoriam
yeah if its too small y do they sell them with them inline already whith that size?
Nick
Nick
aroundtuit
Premium Member
Email them and ask, superlumination@cox.net.
Their web site says to "Email us for special rates for shipping to countries not listed..."
Their web site says to "Email us for special rates for shipping to countries not listed..."
