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Re: [OM] T-10 power source

Subject: Re: [OM] T-10 power source
From: "C.H.Ling" <chling@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Fri, 08 Feb 2002 13:44:58 +0800
Just a warning to the use of cheap non regulated AC-DC adapter, if the
loading is not high enough the open voltage could be much higher than
rated 6V. For incandescent bulb the life time will be greatly affected
even the current is 10 0gher than normal.

C.H.Ling 

Scott Gomez wrote:
> 
> I'd think any 6v AC adapter of sufficient current capability would work. You
> can get universal ones (that have a zillion different plug-ends and
> selectable polarity) just about anywhere. I've used that sort on mine
> before.
> 
> ---
> Scott Gomez
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: --p.j. [mailto:johnsonpa@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]
> Subject: Re: [OM] T-10 power source
> 
> I remember someone way-back mentioned that they used the same power source
> for their Zip drive.  I think Iomega has since changed the type of plug they
> use, however.  I suppose you could get a generic 6V power supply, cut off
> the plug and add the required one for the T-10 flash (we're talking about
> the modeling lights, right?)  I'm not sure if polarity would matter, but
> there are others here with waaaaayyyyy more knowledge than me.  I'm sure
> they will help you out.
> <snip>
> HTH,
> --p.j.

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