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bloomis2925
Explorer
Apr 26, 2018

Storage compartment lights

I found some 12V LED light strips that I want to replace my front storage compartment lights with.

I plan on wiring them to a switch for on/off, but is there anything that I need to be concerned with since when the rig is plugged in, it would run off the converter?

I'm used to electrical wiring in vehicles, just not 100% sure on the converter.

Thanks!
Brian

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  • jerryjay11's avatar
    jerryjay11
    Explorer
    Apr 26, 2018
    The 12 VDC is provided by the battery. The converter maintains the charge on the battery. Not much difference as using your radio when you car isn't running. When your car is running the battery charged is maintained by the alternator. So in a way the converter and alternator do the same thing.

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