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Unread 10-02-2011, 07:23
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Re: Custom LED Circuit - Wire Gauge?

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Originally Posted by ratdude747 View Post
i was trying to avoid resistors... i figured that the correct number of LED's in series would be the best solution.
I question the 3.1 volt spec. Normally I see a drop of less than that, but these may have a built in resistor or current limit built in. Working with LEDs it is good practice to add the series resistor to prevent over current. Can you provide a link to where you bought them.
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