LED Craze

[StirCrazy]

Originally Posted by mike31154

. Most folks may not be aware of the fact that conversion of AC to DC to run LEDs (DC devices) results in a 15 to 30% power loss in the process. .

I think you got that backwards Mike, generaly going to DC is much more efficient. for example changing your furnace from a 120V fan to a 12V unit will save you about 25% on your power consumption due to your furnace. if you go with a varable 12V fan the savings are even more.

the main reason for having AC is the ability to change its voltage easy and it carries over long distances better.

I think the man drive for developing AC Line voltage driven LEDs is cost. no ballast needed, can be dimmed with a simple wall dimmer from home depot ect.....

Steve