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I have several small, low voltage ac motors that replace bulbs in Christmas lights to spin ornaments. I would like to power them from a battery or DC source. Does anyone know of a way to do this? (cheaply is best)
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02-05-2010,08:17 PM
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Terror of the Cul de Sac
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02-06-2010,05:36 AM
I posed a similar question in this thread. You may find your answer there: Convert battery prop to plug-in
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The Great Pumpkin
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02-06-2010,07:46 AM
If they are truly an AC motor they won't run on DC.
You can use a transformer to get 3VAC ..
They're cheap and easy to solder to.
3 VOLT 100 MA PC MOUNT TRANSFORMER | AllElectronics.comGary
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02-07-2010,12:26 PM
The transformer is a great idea. I would add two things. first: fuse protect the transformer, check the current draw on the motor and size the fuse accordingly. Second: the primary side of the transformer will be at line voltage (120VAC) that is enough to get yourself hurt or worse. Be careful.
Keith
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