[simpits-tech] Backlit panels

Allen Buffington simpits-tech@simpits.org
Thu, 10 Apr 2003 13:25:46 -0600


Richard,
I believe you need a special dimming ballast and special pot
to be able to dim a fluorescent light. These items can be
very expensive depending on the type and size of light bulb
you are using.
~~Allen


Richard Amos wrote:

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> /> I don’t mean to sound silly but has any body tried
> using encased flouresent  lights like shop light?? make a
> relflective  white tray underneath your main panels the
> lights can be purchase real cheap  put out a lot of light
> ,and come in many colors plus they do not throw off a lot
> of heat and  most of all you can get them in many
> different sizes and for 4.39 you can get a dimmer pot and
> camoflage it in your lighting panel with a knob and no one
> is the wiser. just a
> thought.
> Richard