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How much is ok to tie in to existing reverse lights

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by Chris(NJ), Oct 11, 2012.

  1. Oct 11, 2012 at 10:29 AM
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    Chris(NJ)

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    Assuming the following: (each light)
    Volts7-36 VAmp Draw at 12V DC0.7 ampsNumber of LED's2Raw Lumens750

    is it ok to tie in to the existing wiring so that they illuminate together or does it need it's own, dedicated wiring.
    Thanks guys!
     
  2. Oct 11, 2012 at 10:35 AM
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    TenBeers

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    Have you figured out what the current load on that circuit is and what it is fused at? Not sure if that info would be in my Haynes, but it is at home.

    If you are adding 2 lights at 0.7 amps each, that's an additional load of 1.4 amps. I would want at least 3 amps of headroom on the circuit.
     
  3. Oct 11, 2012 at 10:40 AM
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    I have to believe that 1.4 Amps would be fine to add to the circuit. Worst case, you blow the fuse and have to add a relay in which case, 99% of the existing wiring you would have had to do would be re-used anyways.
     
  4. Oct 11, 2012 at 10:44 AM
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    Chris(NJ)

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    No, I haven't and to be honest, not sure where to obtain that info :eek: That's why I was hoping someone would know (from prior experience maybe) whether or not 1.4 additional amps would be w/in an acceptable range.

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