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Old 07-10-2020, 10:13 AM   #14
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Default Re: 1940 Ford Deluxe Voltmeter for 12 Volts

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Originally Posted by fortyonerag View Post
Apols for digging up an old thread, but I have to ask: why can't you use an isolated solid state converter for the voltmeter?

My understanding is the solid state units simply provide a consistent 6V drop across them regardless of load.

I'm not questioning the logic of the resistor - what am I missing?
I think your understanding of modern electronics is a bit higher that the average of the members here. Sounds like a good idea, though; they're cheap enough these days. If it was me, I'd get one and try it.
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