I have a re-theme project on a Gottlieb Buck Rogers SS machine where I need to have dimmer GI lights on the playfield.
Probably around 25-50% dimmer, but doesn't need to be variable.
I will just find one light level I like and keep it there.
Is it as simple as putting a resister(s) at the beginning of the GI strings?
Other ideas?
I've already painted the bulbs red for a dimmer effect but still too bright.
Thanks.
Alan
Quoted from P2K:Is it as simple as putting a resister(s) at the beginning of the GI strings?
They would get very hot but yes this is an option. You can use a bridge rectifier to knock drop @ .6 or 1.2 volts depending on how you wire it. You can put 2 or more in line to drop another 1.2 volts for a total of 2.4 volts.
ebay.com link: 2Pcs 1000V 50A Metal Case Single Phase Diode Bridge Rectifier KBPC5010 USA
Quoted from o-din:It could be as simple as using 47 bulbs instead of 44s.
Or other bulb...a #267 bulb is spec’ed to be even dimmer than a #47.
Quoted from yendor0:Or other bulb...a #267 bulb is spec’ed to be even dimmer than a #47.
Thanks! You saved me the journey.
Quoted from Lamprey:I don't know if they make a GI OCD that is compatible with that particular game, but that might be an option?
It is not compatible. The best option, in my opinion is choosing dimmer bulbs as mentioned above. Are we talking incandescent or LED?
Quoted from P2K:I need to have dimmer GI lights
You could try simply taking out some bulbs.
Quoted from herg:It is not compatible. The best option, in my opinion is choosing dimmer bulbs as mentioned above. Are we talking incandescent or LED?
I was wondering the same thing. If LED, could be as easy as going from 2 LED bulbs to 1 LED.
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