Power Issue...

[Yotendoten]

So I have no problem with saying I'm no electrician..... haha...

Here is my problem... I'm trying to do a little non computer related mod stuff.. with computer mod parts ;). I kinda sorta need a way to plug in a set of cold cathodes (http://www.xoxide.com/dual-white-cold-cathode-kit.html) into a wall outlet... How would I about riggin up an adapter to do so?

i.e. http://www.msprojectstart.org/molex%20connect.jpg = http://www.germes-online.com/direct/dbimage/50189682/American_AC_Power_Supply_Extension_Cord_Plug.jpg

[rendermandan]

well, you need a power supply to convert the 120v AC current into 12V dc current. You could try and get a transformer from Radio shack or somewhere else, such as this one; http://www.oselectronics.com/ose_p17.htm

[GT40_GearHead]

well first you need 12 for the CCFL

the wall outlet has WAY more than that


you could use a transformer from an old stereo or something to give the right current, and after that its just of mater of splicing and soldering


BUT WHATEVER YOU DO< DON'T PLUG THE CCFL DIRECTLY IN TO THE WALL !!


<edit> lol you beat me to it

[rendermandan]

snuck in there didnt I? :banana:

[Bucko]

The easiest way is to buy a power pack like this:

http://img503.imageshack.us/img503/1641/powerpack27ed34eww0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Find one with a 12v output that can supply sufficient current to the cathodes.

[Cool1Net6]

On Newegg there is this thing called a USB 2.0 to IDE adapter kit. In the box, there is the USB to IDE adapter, and a nifty power adapter that converts wall outlet 120V to 12VDC and 5VDC in the form of a molex connector. It delivers 2A of power on each 5V and 12V line.

The USB to IDE adapter piece never worked for me, but the power adapter works just fine. I use it whenever I want to test out a fan or try out a light.

Hope that helps.

Links: BYTECC BT-200 USB->IDE Cable w/ Adapter (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812156101) | Picture Of Adapter (http://img180.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1215610104wu5.jpg)

-Cool-

[Yotendoten]

Awesome, exactly what I needed... Thanks man