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slammed97nismo

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Posted: June 07, 2005 at 9:37 PM / IP Logged

anone know where i can get a regulator to lower from 12v to 8.5v and hold a steady 5 amps of current....i need something affordable...please help...

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Ween

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Posted: June 07, 2005 at 9:59 PM / IP Logged

hi,

do a search for a LM338 voltage regulator, that along with a few resistors and capacitors will do the trick. You'll need a heat sink for mounting the regulator, something good for at least 30 watts. should be able to find everything at mouser.com for around 30 dollars. hope this helps.

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kazisdaman

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Posted: June 08, 2005 at 1:31 AM / IP Logged

would that regular require less power, than having a 12v to house power to 8.5v?

iam asmuing it would, but a big difference if car was to sit? for 10 mins

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