One last thing I thought of. If I got a switch with led or illumination, would have to connect it? Like if i didnt like it or something? But still use the switch?
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One last thing I thought of. If I got a switch with led or illumination, would have to connect it? Like if i didnt like it or something? But still use the switch?
You can leave the LED part unconnected on the PV6 series switch, the switch will still work. You would need to figure the right value resistor for the red led if hooked up. If the mod is 3.7 volts then a 100 ohm resistor should be used. 7.4 volts a 280ohm resistor should be used.
Someone please explain the use of a resistor in an led circuit. I have several leds removed from various electronics and all work with just a power and ground. So why the need for a resistor?
Simple answer is sure they will work at high voltages but your going to burn them out a lot quicker without a resistor. Hook A led up to 12 volts and you will be lucky if it lasts a week.
The long answer would be all LED are rated to run at a certain current and voltage. So you factor in rated voltage and amperage with the working voltage of the device to give you a value of resistor to put on one of the LED legs. The Resistor keeps the LED operating at the LED's rated specs thus in turn maximizing the life of the LED.
im not sure if this would work as it doesnt say DC?
Would it?
1pc Angel Eye BLUE Led 12mm 12V Metal Switch Momentary Push Button | eBay
Appears to be rated based on AC voltage but the led is specified as DC v. Should be fine. Nice they even give a resistor value for the led.
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