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    led persistence

    final app would b what is already on the market...scanning dot matrix indicator signs. this is mostly a project for therapy reasons...just as my occasionally repairing an analog tv to keep in practice. on an aside, over the years, i have noticed that if i flick my eyes from side 2 side while...
  2. ecreek

    led persistence

    let's say i go with 150Hz. any thoughts on duty cycle? if i pulsed 20ma at 5% d cycle, would the led appear as bright as it would with 20ma steady DC current?
  3. ecreek

    led persistence

    if a 20ma rated led is pulsed at 20ma, how often (frequency) would it have to be pulsed to maintain the illusion that it is on continuously? or do i have to pulse it harder (>20ma) to give the illusion?
  4. ecreek

    How to make 76V from 38V

    You might try stacking 38v on another 38v if the ground on the upper can be floated. Let us know if you solved the problem.
  5. ecreek

    What is UL.

    Underwriters Labratory. They test products to insure that they are safe to use. Costs money.

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