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07-01-2019, 09:17 PM | #1 |
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Two Electrical Questions
Actually one electrical question
Has anybody noticed that modern 12volt LED tests lights don't work so well when used on 6 volt systems? I tried a couple on my 6 volt cars and about half the time they don't light up at all and when I switch to an older incandescent test light they light up like they should. Last edited by 1965 Mustang; 07-01-2019 at 10:57 PM. |
07-01-2019, 09:19 PM | #2 |
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Re: Two Electrical Questions
I'd say weaker Model A Battery until you charged it.
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07-01-2019, 09:37 PM | #3 |
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Re: Two Electrical Questions
12 volt led on a 6 volt system may work poorly ! they were made for 12 volt with the lower voltage you would only get half the brightness or not work at all ,also if they did work the would probably burn out quicker. my suggestion is buy the proper 6 volt led lamp
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07-02-2019, 08:23 PM | #4 |
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Re: Two Electrical Questions
Most LED bulbs are polarity sensitive. Use a voltmeter, much more valuable info in a voltage reading than just a "it lights".
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07-02-2019, 10:11 PM | #5 |
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Re: Two Electrical Questions
I also advocate multi meters. you can use the continuity setting to check grounds. also check connections and ohm out some parts. you can also runs some tests on batteries by how much voltage they have or how it drops as days go by.
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07-04-2019, 09:33 AM | #6 |
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Re: Two Electrical Questions
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