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Thread: Will this stand up to 13 amps? [PICS]

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    Flashaholic ss2nv's Avatar
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    Default Will this stand up to 13 amps? [PICS]

    I am doing something like Sylathnie's Sublimator. I want to know if ya'll think this switch and socket setup will take the heat. I am planning on using the brass slug that FM offers with his 6.35 sockets, only I found a different socket to put in it. I got the socket from LightBulbsDirect.com. It is supposed to handle 750 watts and 250 volts. The positive will run through an automotive rocker switch that I got from RadioShack. It is supposed to handle 16 amps and 125 volts. I got this idea from another member here, though I can't remember who it was. The negative will run through the body of the light and make contact with the brass slug. I am going to sand the finish off of the throat of the light so that the circuit will make. I want to get feedback if this will work before I go sanding on my Elephant II...
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    Default Re: Will this stand up to 13 amps? [PICS]

    You could measure the resistance flowing through the wires and switch, then calculate voltage drop and power loss. That may give us an idea if it will take the 16A.

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    Default Re: Will this stand up to 13 amps? [PICS]

    I'd go with pumping some current through there, preferrably a higher rather than a lower one, close to your intended amperage, and see what kind of voltage drop you get across the suspected connection.

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