NERD ALERT Pure Electronics Question
I want to use 78xx voltage regulators in my 36 volt lighting. To power integral with heatsink 1 watt fans. Clarification: I purchased new surplus PC obsolete heatsinks with ball bearing fans for less ...
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How low is "low current"? Even 100ma at a Vdrop of 18 volts is 1.8 watts, which is definitely in the requires a heat sink category.
Is there any way you can run three fans in series off the 36v supply, to burn up some of that drop? It would also eliminate the need for the 7812 all together.
Is there any way you can run three fans in series off the 36v supply, to burn up some of that drop? It would also eliminate the need for the 7812 all together.
