The_Savior
09-27-2007, 05:47 PM
I purchased a life sized Yoda awhile back and I would like to convert his lightsaber into a lighted version with a K2 LED. I have purchased the items, but I have several questions regarding converting AC/DC to make it work along with wiring.
I've purchased the following:
1 - K2 Luxeon Green
1 - 1.5 Ohm 5W resistor
1- LED Holder
Reading the resistor chart it says target mA is 1500 for the K2. Does that mean I purchase a AC/DC power supply that has a target value of 6w and 1500mA??
I have a power supply right now that can vary from 3v - 12v, but it only sends out 500mA. Would that be a factor in trying to light the LED? I'm new to all of this so I apologize for my ignorance on the subject.
If I'm not mistaken the resistor goes between the power on the LED and the power on the AC/DC power supply. I don't need a switch because it's going to be hooked up to a light switch that will be controlled.
Any help would be much appreciated.
I've purchased the following:
1 - K2 Luxeon Green
1 - 1.5 Ohm 5W resistor
1- LED Holder
Reading the resistor chart it says target mA is 1500 for the K2. Does that mean I purchase a AC/DC power supply that has a target value of 6w and 1500mA??
I have a power supply right now that can vary from 3v - 12v, but it only sends out 500mA. Would that be a factor in trying to light the LED? I'm new to all of this so I apologize for my ignorance on the subject.
If I'm not mistaken the resistor goes between the power on the LED and the power on the AC/DC power supply. I don't need a switch because it's going to be hooked up to a light switch that will be controlled.
Any help would be much appreciated.