Ryan Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Anyone know where I can get 12 volt LED strip lights? I want something that I can fit into the back of the Defender that will have a permanent but switchable live. I would think it would need to be about 12 inches long. I want LED for the low power consumption. I thought I might be able to modify a 12v work light, but all the ones I've seen are either fluro or do not have the LEDs along the length of the body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobtail4x4 Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 A quick ebay search finds 86 hits, including this, http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/LED-12V-MINI-STRIP-L...id=p3286.c0.m14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cipx2 Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Is this what you're after: http://www.greenandeasy.co.uk/Product/Prod...productkey=1548 ? If yes, there's also a self powered version with 2 NiCd batteries, it has a magnet and comes with 12V and 220V rechargers, http://www.mornsunproducts.com/uppics/20075169584935651.jpg Do a google/ebay search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 I've been modifing lights into LED for a long time. Yes a great battery saver. I do have an LED strip light. Far too bright. Two LED marker lights do the job just fine. I'm modifying some Defender reversing lights soon to use on the outside. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast5680 Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 I,ve just bought one from here for a van ardent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Thank you Beast. That's where mine came from but I couldn't remember at the time. I've got the longest one. A big mistake. It's too bright.... mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeagent Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 www.ultraleds.co.uk very helpfull, good quality and good prices...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
q-rover Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Something like this perhaps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted June 27, 2008 Author Share Posted June 27, 2008 Thanks guys, that's given me something to think about. It looks like I need something that combines most of them together into one handy unit! Typical. Possibly one of the work lights like the Green and Easy ones as I could unclip from inside and attach it to the back door when I'm cooking if necessary. Bit pricey though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cipx2 Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 That link was intended for a picture/description only. The price is outrageous. All these things are made in China or alike. Some could be a better quality than others though. The one with batteries and chargers costs about 20 euros in Europe. So don't pay more than 10-15 quid for a simple one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 POics of my LED interior lights I've moved them back 15 inches. I have two in singles over the middle row so Margaret can see into the fridge. Then the rear interior light is replaced by a single LED and another added to the headlining right at the rear. HTH mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Divster Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Something like this perhaps? They're like the one's I'm using in this application HERE. As tough as old boots. Chuffed to bits with them so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted June 27, 2008 Author Share Posted June 27, 2008 They're like the one's I'm using in this application HERE. As tough as old boots. Chuffed to bits with them so far Are yours stick on? They look like a unit... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest diesel_jim Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 POics of my LED interior lights I've moved them back 15 inches. I have two in singles over the middle row so Margaret can see into the fridge. Then the rear interior light is replaced by a single LED and another added to the headlining right at the rear. HTH mike Where did you get those ones from Mike? they look the dogs danglies. not too big and obtrusive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 Vehicle Wiring Products do sell tham. At a huge price..... Mine came via a friend. When I asked for some more I was told the supplier had folded. Maybe that's why they where a nice price. When I was in Electo-Diesel yesterday I noticed one on the shelf. I should have asked the price..... If I have transport next week I'll call in and find out. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Go local - Towsure sell them, admittedly they've got a 240V adapter stuck to the end but you cut that off and then you have a 12v LED worklight. A couple of quick fists from Simon and you're away. Either that or, as has been said, buy some LED bulbs and shove in a standard fitting. There's also the LED versions of the low-voltage halogen kitchen/bathroom lights - Terralec sell GU16 LED bulbs in white, green, blue, yellow, red, and colour changing B) B) B) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rejo Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 If you've got an Ikea near you then take a look in there lighting department. They've got several different shapes and sizes which have 220V to 12V transformers on them, chop the transformer off and then you got yourself a cheap set of leds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted July 1, 2008 Share Posted July 1, 2008 Where did you get those ones from Mike? they look the dogs danglies. not too big and obtrusive. A quick visit to Electro-Diesel this morning and I have the part No's for you Jim. Durite 0 167 00 £ 19.36 +VAT. HTH mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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