Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets - Overvolting a compact fluorescent?

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Fitty
06-12-09, 02:51 PM
Anyone know if a 12v compact fluorescent can be overvolted to 14.4 volts? Will this have the same effect it would have on an incandescent, or will it get fried?

Unknown Cyclist
06-12-09, 02:58 PM
I think you'll find they step the voltage up, so trying to overvolt them will either achieve nothing (depending on the input voltage range) or you might re-invent the firework.

I'm sure you'll get more knowledgeable replies shortly...

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Ziemas
06-12-09, 03:02 PM
Anyone know if a 12v compact fluorescent can be overvolted to 14.4 volts? Will this have the same effect it would have on an incandescent, or will it get fried?

You might get better responses here: http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/

But this does beg the question, what exactly are you trying to do?