LED VAC powered Lamp

[Zambini]

Ok, Sorry for triple posting my own thread. U can merge them or yell at me or something :/

But I didn't realize until just now what you guys meant by using pre-built things (like phone chargers!)

I can't believe I was so dense.

I found a Nokia ACP-7U
Output: 3.7VDC .35A

I've got a lot more, some that output 2 amps, some that output 15v/350mA, etc!

But I'll probably have to go buy one, cuz these don't produce what they say they produce (ie: one that states it gives 9v/350mA produces 15v and 2.8mA)

So Yay for me! I've got some testing to do before I start building. I'll be using that LED array wizard to help me :)

TY to you all so far! I'll be posting pictures soon

[Twizted]

Originally Posted by Zambini

Ok, Sorry for triple posting my own thread. U can merge them or yell at me or something :/

But I didn't realize until just now what you guys meant by using pre-built things (like phone chargers!)

I can't believe I was so dense.

I found a Nokia ACP-7U
Output: 3.7VDC .35A

I've got a lot more, some that output 2 amps, some that output 15v/350mA, etc!

But I'll probably have to go buy one, cuz these don't produce what they say they produce (ie: one that states it gives 9v/350mA produces 15v and 2.8mA)

So Yay for me! I've got some testing to do before I start building. I'll be using that LED array wizard to help me :)

TY to you all so far! I'll be posting pictures soon

Oh wow.. I cant believe I missed your last posts.. I guess I didnt have email notification turned on :( anyway.... Yeah most cheap charger units product more than they are rated for and fail fairly easily... Did you ever complete your lamp?

[screwballl]

back from the dead frog is not amused

[Zambini]

lol, I finally got my ass to work. College took precedence over this project..... >.>

but I did take pix with my phone. all i gotta do is figure a mount for it...

[Reloadron]

Originally Posted by Zambini

lol, I finally got my ass to work. College took precedence over this project..... >.>

but I did take pix with my phone. all i gotta do is figure a mount for it...

Look Ma it actually works!

Nice going. Sort of a let there be light.

About a week ago I was inline at the local Micro-Center and they had these LED keychain flashlights for $4.95. Hell I am a sucker for anything $4.95 so now the wife has it on her keychain. Not bad for simple things.

Again, nice job so now you have a LED nitelight.

Ron

[gvblake22]

Is it actually bright enough (and useful enough) to use as you intended?

[Reloadron]

Originally Posted by gvblake22

Is it actually bright enough (and useful enough) to use as you intended?

Not quite a beacon of light but for under $5.00 it's good in the dark to find like the keyhole. Total of 9 pretty bright LEDs. Metal case, so I figured what the hell. However, no it is no really bright flashlight. Bright if you look into it but not overly practical as a flashlight to wander in the dark. Running off a small DC supply it might make an OK nightlight.

Ron

[gvblake22]

I'm sorry, I was actually asking Zambini about his light. I've had those little LED flashlight thingers before and know what they are capable up. The do best when turned on directly in front of someone else's eyes!

[Reloadron]

Originally Posted by gvblake22

I'm sorry, I was actually asking Zambini about his light. I've had those little LED flashlight thingers before and know what they are capable up. The do best when turned on directly in front of someone else's eyes!

My Bad! Read the post Ron, note who posted Ron.

Ron

[screwballl]

just keep an eye on the side of the road for a broken lamp that you can replace the lighting portion.