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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-09-07, 06:53 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I have used a 12v 7ah SLA battery from a APC 300.

I have used a 12v 7ah SLA battery from a APC 300.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-01-07, 11:58 AM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I bought that tractor light and sent it back...

I bought that tractor light and sent it back because it was sealed - I couldn't change the bulb. It was also too heavy.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-18-07, 11:24 AM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I changed my cygo nightrover from 6watt to...

I changed my cygo nightrover from 6watt to 10watt. In combination with a 8.4v RC battery pack I get blazing white light.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-11-07, 08:16 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I have a couple pairs of RC batteries with these...

I have a couple pairs of RC batteries with these connectors. I wired a matching connector to my helmet light 6v system. I also wired a double connectors in serial to work with my DIY 12v system....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-29-06, 03:34 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I don't know if the twin has all the features of...

I don't know if the twin has all the features of the twin plus but other features are:

fails over to second light if primary light fails (and you're not using both anyway)
runs over volted at...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-24-06, 06:43 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

Although I have not tried the All Electronics...

Although I have not tried the All Electronics strobe myself, I've seen several posts about it failing. :o
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-15-06, 08:22 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

1 AH = 1,000 MAH A 35w MR16 will last longer...

1 AH = 1,000 MAH

A 35w MR16 will last longer and the high efficiency ones put out as much light as a 50w.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-19-06, 04:12 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

Go with the 12AH if you use the 35w. For your...

Go with the 12AH if you use the 35w. For your NiMh get a battery pack, not individual D cells. I believe the packs can provide more current adversely affecting their output life. They're also...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-09-06, 09:50 AM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I have a lightbrain that works well. I use a 18v...

I have a lightbrain that works well. I use a 18v battery so the (14.4 or 15.6) version 12v cutoff and other protections are moot. I have multiple optronics housings with 20w and 35w bulbs. The 35w...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-02-06, 08:11 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I tried sets of 12 AA 2500mah batteries and sets...

I tried sets of 12 AA 2500mah batteries and sets of 14 with a 20watt MR16. They worked very brightly for a short period of time. At 2500mah the math promises over an hour burn time but I didn't...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-30-06, 05:32 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

Looking at the specs the bulb is 60 degrees! I...

Looking at the specs the bulb is 60 degrees! I find 10 - 20 degrees works best for headlights.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-21-06, 09:16 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

The 55w MR16 bulbs that came with my Optronics...

The 55w MR16 bulbs that came with my Optronics were yellow and I ended up tossing them. Get a Phillips high efficiency 20w MR16 - 55w draws too much current. The one thing I found about...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-20-06, 06:07 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I saw a used red traffic light - 8" diameter for...

I saw a used red traffic light - 8" diameter for sale at some site for $25. It required 120v ac current.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-11-06, 06:44 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

The optronics has a short bolt and nut that it...

The optronics has a short bolt and nut that it swivels on. I got a couple used reflectors from the LBS for a buck each and used their mounts. It seems the LBS takes them off the new bikes....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-05-06, 07:34 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I use the Lightbrain controller as my switch. ...

I use the Lightbrain controller as my switch. The Lightbrain regulates the input voltage to 13.2v and switches through 5 settings from 34% on one light to 100% on both. I now either use a 6150mah...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-06, 07:34 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I bought a couple Malibu 25 watt lights. I never...

I bought a couple Malibu 25 watt lights. I never found a good means to mount one and it threw an uneven pattern. Looking at it from 60' away it wasn't as obnoxious as the MR16s. I had offered to...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-25-06, 03:15 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I picked up a couple more sets of optronics on...

I picked up a couple more sets of optronics on ebay to house my stable of test bulbs. I currently have the Phillips Masterline 35w 17 degree and the Solux 3500K 35w 10 degree mounted. They're...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-23-06, 08:20 AM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I'll definitely try the 10 degree Solux 35w. ...

I'll definitely try the 10 degree Solux 35w. Could you post a link to those specs? I'll go with the 4100k if it produces more CP. A 17 - 24 degree narrow flood 20 watt might make a better second...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-23-06, 08:07 AM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I got the following frame bag for around $10...

I got the following frame bag for around $10 shipped. It holds my spares and will hold the 5.5 lb SLA I use for lighting on some trips.
Nasbar frame bag...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-17-06, 09:44 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I ordered a 17 degree 35w 4700k Solux bulb that...

I ordered a 17 degree 35w 4700k Solux bulb that I've tried with a SLA 12v battery. I plan to use it with a 8 or 12 degree 20w spot in a dual optronics setup. It is a very bright white light with...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-08-06, 09:23 AM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

Haven't gotten it wet yet - but the back is...

Haven't gotten it wet yet - but the back is seemless plastic - looks tight to me.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-06-06, 08:46 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I tried the LV505 25 watt 4" bulb. They are...

I tried the LV505 25 watt 4" bulb. They are lightweight and look impressive head-on but I don't like the pattern. I find a 12 degree 20w spot reaches further and also has some good even spill.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-06-06, 08:36 PM
Replies: 1,865
Views: 587,517
Posted By robtown

I use a waterproof switch from batteryspace.com ...

I use a waterproof switch from batteryspace.com

http://www.batteryspace.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=2071

I also have the optronics housings with Phillips 20w 8 degree and 35 24...
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