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Old Aug 5, 2004 | 07:43 PM
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I want to run a cold cathode light in the house, but power is different, right? What would I have to change to hook it up?

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Old Aug 5, 2004 | 08:03 PM
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You could try getting a 12V DC adapter, like a nintendo one or something. Then cut the end off that would normally go to the nintendo, and run the two wires to your cathodes power. Just make sure you know which is which.

If you don't plan on using it frequently, you could get two 6V batteries (the big ones for flashlights) run them in series with a switch to power the lights.

Let us know if you find something that works.
Old Aug 5, 2004 | 08:56 PM
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Not a bad idea with the nintendo adapter, think I'll give that a shot.

Any other ideas?
Old Aug 5, 2004 | 09:11 PM
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If you don't want to cut your nintendo cable you can buy an adapter without an end on it from various places.
http://www.bb-elec.com/product.asp?s...S2&dept_id=118
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That does sound easier, thanks!
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You could put them in your computer, that is what they're made for.
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Word.

http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4289751513

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Originally Posted by Max2k
You could put them in your computer, that is what they're made for.
Thanks 4 the suggestion, now youcan go sit on one.

Old Aug 6, 2004 | 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by aero2424
Originally Posted by Max2k
You could put them in your computer, that is what they're made for.
Thanks 4 the suggestion, now youcan go sit on one.

wow that comment brings me back to "happy days" the TV show

ha "sit on it ralph"
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