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  • 25 May 2015 at 22:30 #7010
    David Marks 2
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      25 May 2015 at 22:30 #57997
      David Marks 2
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        I am currently building a version of Glynn Guest's UTE. The batteries for the motor are twin 12v to be wired in parallel. I wish to add a searchlight, which operates at 6V. Is there a device on the market which I could use to step-down the voltage? Or would it be easier/cheaper to install a separate 6V battery just for the searchlight. My thanks in anticipation.

        25 May 2015 at 23:05 #57999
        Dave Milbourn
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          Any one of these will do the job, David **LINK**

          DM

          26 May 2015 at 09:13 #58002
          David Marks 2
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            David – Many thanks for your prompt response. Is it me or do these items not appear in the Component Shop catalogue?

            Regards – David Marks

            26 May 2015 at 09:30 #58003
            Dave Milbourn
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              There are some items on the website which don't appear in the catalogue – I've no idea why. Maybe timing?
              Dave M

              7 June 2015 at 18:52 #58241
              Barry Martin
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                I have used a JP "Li-Po" regulator, obtained from my local model shop, which reduces from 12v – and more- to 6v. These are designed for aircraft flyers, who often use well over 12v. There is another version which reduces to 4.8v, and that has been useful on my "paddler" to slow the paddle speed down.

                7 June 2015 at 22:49 #58243
                David Marks 2
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                  Barry – Thanks for that information. For the current build I have now purchased a UBEC from Component Shop following information supplied by Dave Milbourn. However, I will remember if I need another unit. I know my local model shop stock JP (Jim Perkins) products or will get them within a few days.

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