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How do you know whether to get 120 volt or 130 volt light bulb?
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∙ 13y ago
If you want your bulbs to last longer then use 130 volt bulb on a 120 volt system. The light emitted by a 130 volt bulb, when comparing it to a 120 volt bulb, will be a bit dimmer.
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∙ 13y ago
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Does a 9 volt battery light a light bulb?
Yes, for about .1 second, then it will blow the lamp. A 9v battery will however light three 3.5v lamps.
Will a 12 volt auto light-bulb work on 12 volt AC?
Yes, a 12 volt auto light bulb can work on 12 volt AC, but the light output might be slightly lower compared to when using DC. The bulb will still produce light, but it may flicker due to the alternating current.
Can you use a 13.5 volt light bulb in place of a 12 volt Will it be burn as bright?
A 13.5 volt bulb will burn less brightly but last longer.
Is 12 volt is enough for a 100 watt light bulb?
12 volts is enough for a 12-volt 100-watt light bulb. It would not be enough for a 120-volt or 240-volt bulb.
Where can you find a 36 volt light bulb?
36-volt bulbs are easily found, try Amazon.
Can you use 220 volt light bulb on 120 volt system - I know the reverse would probably blow the bulb so wouldn't European 220 Volt do ok in 120 volt socket or would it be dimmer than it normally would?
Yes a 220 volt light bulb will run on a 120 volt circuit but at 1/4 of the wattage that the light bulb is rated at. A 100 watt light bulb on 220 would would be equal to a 25 watt light bult on 120 volt system.
How many 1.5 volt batteries does take to light up a big light bulb?
It depends on the size and wattage of the light bulb. In general, a regular household light bulb would require more than one 1.5 volt battery to light up, as most standard household light bulbs operate on higher voltages (typically 120 volts in the US).
Can a car battery light up a 60 watt regular light bulb with out using a power inverter?
Yes it it is a 12 volt DC light bulb. It will not operate a household 120 volt light bulb.
Does a 9 volt battery light a light bulb?
Yes, for about .1 second, then it will blow the lamp. A 9v battery will however light three 3.5v lamps.
Will a 12 volt auto light-bulb work on 12 volt AC?
Yes, a 12 volt auto light bulb can work on 12 volt AC, but the light output might be slightly lower compared to when using DC. The bulb will still produce light, but it may flicker due to the alternating current.
What kind of light bulb will be lit by 5 volts?
Um, a 5 volt light bulb?
Can you use a 130 volt light bulb on a 120 volt supply?
Yes, you can use a 130 volt light bulb on a 120 volt supply. The light bulb will still work, but it may not shine as brightly or have as long a lifespan compared to when used on its rated voltage.
Can you use 120 volt bulb in 130 volt socket?
All other things being equal, an incandescent light should not "flicker" whether it is connected to 120 or 130 VAC.
Can you use a 13.5 volt light bulb in place of a 12 volt Will it be burn as bright?
A 13.5 volt bulb will burn less brightly but last longer.
Can a 220V light fixture be used in the US?
Yes, you can easily use it. Just install it as you would any other 120 volt light fixture and change the bulb from a 240 volt bulb to a 120 volt bulb. It will work just fine.
Where do you get a 1.5 volt light bulb?
From stores which sell light bulbs for flashlamps.
Is 12 volt is enough for a 100 watt light bulb?
12 volts is enough for a 12-volt 100-watt light bulb. It would not be enough for a 120-volt or 240-volt bulb.
