DuaneB:
Hi,
that's a nice small regulator, but two amps is not a lot of output current, I have seen similarly priced units with six or more amp output. If size is not an issue and you think you might build something more demanding in the future go for a high current regulator.as for batteries I don't use the higher capacity batteries they are at the limits of the technology and are always less reliable, you should be fine around 4000mah, 5 or more is pushing it.
Edit: LEDS will be fine provided you use current limiting resistors.
Duane B
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OK, I found these two regulators that outputs 8 amps, which one do you think would work better. Also, do you think that a battery with 25C is sufficient? Or should I go with a 30C battery?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160640999693?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 (doesn't come with a switching-mode DC-DC)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/260961965981?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 (comes with switching-mode DC-DC)
Here is the battery: http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__20998__ZIPPY_Flightmax_4000mAh_2S1P_25C_Car_Lipoly.html
Spec.
Capacity: 4000mAh
Voltage: 2S1P / 2 Cell / 7.4v
Discharge: 25C Constant / 30C Burst
Weight: 235g (including wire, plug & shrink wrap)
Dimensions: 138x47x23mm
Balance Plug: JST-XH
Discharge plug: 4mm Bullet-connector
I researched the LEDs and I came up with these two wiring diagrams. (which way do you think I should wire up my LEDs, #1 or #2?) I plan on connecting it to my 6 volt power regulator.
#1 Is of a parallel wiring diagram
#2 Is the websites "GURU" recommended wiring diagram
