I have several, but a couple stay on all day; i.e. do not go off during the day like the rest of them. As a fun electronics project, I am trying to "fix" them. I took them apart and am trying to figure out how they work. THey connect to 120 VAC, contain what looks like a photoreseistor (CdS), what looks like a transistor, one resistor, and one other small, black cylinder shaped electronic component, about twice the size of the resistor. THat is all! The bulbs are 7 watts. I would appreciate someone of experience to have a quick look and tell me how you think it works, and what the small black component is! I made an attempt at trying to draw out the schematic, and have taken a few photographs.
For some reason I find this extremely interesting; my wife thinks I am a nerd! Thank you very much!
For some reason I find this extremely interesting; my wife thinks I am a nerd! Thank you very much!
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