Harvey51 wrote:
I wonder why the power for the LED varies so much? LEDs with no voltage regulation certainly draw a lot more power at higher voltage. Our cheapo $3 LED panels draw 7 times less current than incandescents on 12.6 V battery power and they are barely warm to the touch. But on shore power the voltage goes up to 13.6, the LEDs draw three times as much current and they get HOT! No doubt it greatly reduces their lifetime. If I was paying $80 a fixture, I would expect and demand voltage regulation to eliminate the problem.
Thin-Lite’s PREMIUM LEDs have "over voltage regulation" and I've had no problem when plugged into AC power. I'm loving my new light fixture and really glad I spent the big $$$ instead of some cheapo upgrade! Couldn't be happier!
Thin-Lite’s PREMIUM LEDs feature:
Operate at 30% or 100% brightness to extend battery life.
300% more light at 1/3 the amp draw of incandescent dome light.
66% more light at 1/3 the amp draw of fluorescent fixtures.
Operates from -40°F to 212°F and LEDs reach full brightness in seconds.
Input Voltage: 8VDC – 30VDC.
Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes.
Over Voltage Protection: Yes.
LED Life: 100,000 hours.
Remote switching and dimming: Operates with wall mounted switch, specifications available for LED rated switch.
Maintenance: No lamps to replace.
Warranty: 3 years.