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MB electrical question
Posted: Tue Oct 27, 2015 10:41 am
by Jeepen99
New to this forum, MB electrical question,
How much amperage is required to run the 6V headlights and blackout lights? I want to mount an old MB grille w/the lights working on the wall in my shop...also, does anyone know of a transformer available that will go from 110V to 6V with proper amperage? Thank you for your response.
Posted: Tue Oct 27, 2015 1:54 pm
by wesk
First you must determine the power rating of your GE-63 lamp. It is 4 watts @ 7 volts = 4 / 7 = 0.57 amps. Two BO marker lamps = 1.14 amps
The stock 6 volt headlamps has a
hi rating of 45 watts / 7 volts = 6.42 amps. Two headlamps = 12.84 amps.
lo rating of 35 watts / 7 volts = 5.0 amps. Two headlamps = 10.0 amps.
Which beam you use plus the two BO Marker lamps will be the total amps you must prepare for.
Here's a web site with a power supply selection work sheet.
https://mall.industry.siemens.com/spice ... roductLine
Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2015 5:11 am
by Bretto
Perhaps another idea would be to revamp some bulbs and put in low wattage 110 VAC bulbs in the backs of the headlights somehow. Normal headlights might be too much for just for the effect.
Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2015 12:25 pm
by oilleaker1
Or, just use a 6 volt battery and a battery charger. Then when you find a MB, just install the grill!
Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2015 5:35 pm
by 4x4M38
Hah!
I like it!