Power Switch question.

thchardcore · Nov 12, 2007

I am using this switch for my supergun:

http://www.jameco.com/webapp/wcs/st...&catalogId=10001&productId=316179&pa=316179PS

Now, I am using a jrok + sync cleaner to run CPS2/3 powered through a sc200 (5v-4a, 12v-1a)

Will this power switch use many mAmps? I am just worried, I have to add resistors or something to lower the draw?

Thanks

werejag · Nov 12, 2007

it will consume some but not much to worry about

thchardcore · Nov 12, 2007

Thanks.

So I assume I can just wire the 5v/12v line through it and not have to worry about matching the led with OHMS law?

Thanks

werejag · Nov 12, 2007

you sure its not a neon bulb light requiring 120volts? im reading this as an ac light/switch

Xian Xi · Nov 12, 2007

That switch would be after the PSU not as the main power switch. If you run that switch you would need to run 2 switches, 1 for the main 120v and then that for the +12v.

thchardcore · Nov 12, 2007

It is meant to be the main power switch, as a DPST (5v and 12v) it is on the DC side of the power, so that is why I am confused. All switches (in this case, an illuminated rocker) are rated for AC voltages. I know with LEDs you have to match the resistors to OHMS law or you will have issues, I am wondering if this is the same story, otherwise, I might just try and open it up and disable the fucking illumination function.

werejag · Nov 12, 2007

neon bulbs requires ac

thchardcore · Nov 12, 2007

Fuck.

werejag · Nov 12, 2007

mod it add a resistor and white led and remove the neon

thchardcore · Nov 12, 2007

Okay, but I will need some information, as I can build superguns, but when it comes to stupid shit, I can only copy other's work and not really do shit on my own.

I would need what value/type of resistors?

werejag · Nov 12, 2007

what voltage and amps does the led you want to use need?

Xian Xi · Nov 12, 2007

Just remember with those types of switches one set of poles is for the LED alone.

Pas · Nov 12, 2007

First you need to know a little bit about your LED (your source should have a data sheet avalable with what you need to know) then put the numbers into something like this. Its basic equasions but if you dont really want to learn it all little tools like this can work out well for you.

thchardcore · Nov 13, 2007

I think I solved it, I simply cut the 2 lines (running from the led to the top 2 poles) and will open the switch to remove the floating debree.

Thanks for the help though.

Power Switch question.

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