Hey guys,
I am new here and hopefully someone can help me out with my problem.
I have a system in place that powers a LED board that runs off an adjustable 12.5-24vdc power supply.
I have to incorporate a new LED board that operates at 6-12vdc and uses about 300mA@ 12vdc.
How can I bump the voltage down from the current 24v max to the 12v max in order to use the new LED board?
My first thought was using a transistor, but wouldn't that would require additional wires from the source. And that is not an option.
My second thought was using a 12v zener diode in series with the led board to 'block' 12v from passing though. Please let me know if this will actually work or if there is another/better solution for my issue.
Thank you all ahead of time for your help. And if any additional information is required, let me know and I can supply the info.
I am new here and hopefully someone can help me out with my problem.
I have a system in place that powers a LED board that runs off an adjustable 12.5-24vdc power supply.
I have to incorporate a new LED board that operates at 6-12vdc and uses about 300mA@ 12vdc.
How can I bump the voltage down from the current 24v max to the 12v max in order to use the new LED board?
My first thought was using a transistor, but wouldn't that would require additional wires from the source. And that is not an option.
My second thought was using a 12v zener diode in series with the led board to 'block' 12v from passing though. Please let me know if this will actually work or if there is another/better solution for my issue.
Thank you all ahead of time for your help. And if any additional information is required, let me know and I can supply the info.