Hello to all:
Is anyone out there knows how to convert an A/C switch into a D/C switch?
My project is fairly simple; (2) 1.5V, 850mAh rechargeable batteries in a holder that will supply power to (2) blinking LED, rated 5.0V, 20mA each. The circuit works but when I add on a soft-feel Switch from Radio Shack, it burns the LEDs right away. The Switch is SPST Push-On-Off, contacts rated 3A at 125VAC, 1A at 250VAC.
I figured myself that adding the A/C switch would burn my D/C LEDs, is there a way that I can "Rectify" the A/C Switch to make it D/C compatible? If there is a Rectifier available, what is the rating I need to complete my project?
The Staff at my local Radio Shack does not have a clue about what my situation is and that's why I am here to consult with the best of the best folks who knows electronics a bit more.
Thank you for your time and expertise.
David
Is anyone out there knows how to convert an A/C switch into a D/C switch?
My project is fairly simple; (2) 1.5V, 850mAh rechargeable batteries in a holder that will supply power to (2) blinking LED, rated 5.0V, 20mA each. The circuit works but when I add on a soft-feel Switch from Radio Shack, it burns the LEDs right away. The Switch is SPST Push-On-Off, contacts rated 3A at 125VAC, 1A at 250VAC.
I figured myself that adding the A/C switch would burn my D/C LEDs, is there a way that I can "Rectify" the A/C Switch to make it D/C compatible? If there is a Rectifier available, what is the rating I need to complete my project?
The Staff at my local Radio Shack does not have a clue about what my situation is and that's why I am here to consult with the best of the best folks who knows electronics a bit more.
Thank you for your time and expertise.
David