E Electronman New Member Sep 11, 2009 #1 Hello, How to convert this circuit so that it does work by Mains? I do not like to use any transformer? Or is there any schematic circuit to give me a sample? Thanks Attachments 20-watt_Fluoro_CCT.gif 4.4 KB · Views: 272
Hello, How to convert this circuit so that it does work by Mains? I do not like to use any transformer? Or is there any schematic circuit to give me a sample? Thanks
E Electronman New Member Sep 12, 2009 #3 I need another way. Is there another way? because I want the whole system to be small so I can not use Transformers. Any way plz?
I need another way. Is there another way? because I want the whole system to be small so I can not use Transformers. Any way plz?
Nigel Goodwin Super Moderator Most Helpful Member Sep 12, 2009 #4 He didn't say a transformer, he said a ballast - modern ones are elctronic, and use a tiny switchmode transformer like in the diagram you posted.
He didn't say a transformer, he said a ballast - modern ones are elctronic, and use a tiny switchmode transformer like in the diagram you posted.
E Electronman New Member Sep 12, 2009 #5 I meant I do not like to use a step down transformer to convert the mains voltage into 12V for the above circuit. Do you have any schematic for those Ballasts you mentioned?
I meant I do not like to use a step down transformer to convert the mains voltage into 12V for the above circuit. Do you have any schematic for those Ballasts you mentioned?