Hope the question says it all: I have a 12v DC bulb and power and would like to use the bulb in a 120V lamp. I don't want a dc-to-ac transformer/convertor. Just wondering if it is possible to use a stanard lamp, DC bulb as is on DC.
2007-12-05 04:21:25 · 3 answers · asked by cobinrox 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
It depends on the wattage of the bulb. If your 120V lamp is rated for say 100 watts, then you would only be able to use a 10 watt 12V lamp for the same amperage. The socket and/or wire may not be able to handle a big enough 12V bulb to be of much use to you.
Bert
2007-12-05 04:57:42 · answer #1 · answered by Bert C 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can the source must be 12V DC not 120V AC
2007-12-05 19:13:39 · answer #2 · answered by bigapple 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yep as long as you have a 12v supply and a 12 v bulb, wireing dosen,t care,
screw the bulb into the socket attach the 12v supply to the plug,
2007-12-05 12:28:20 · answer #3 · answered by William B 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋