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    Bicycle Generator to power El Wire

    Yes, There are three set options, solid, slow blink, and rapid blink. I prefer to leave it as a solid colour since the El wire hums a bit and becomes much more noticeable once it is blinking. I will see if I can find a picture in complete darkness. What you end up with in a glowing frame that...
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    Bicycle Generator to power El Wire

    Thank's for all the help guys. I know I'm a bit late with this post but I just wanted to show you how the finished design looked. I opted to go with battery packs instead of a generator as it allowed for a much cleaner look and didn't limit my pedal output. This picture was taken under a...
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    Bicycle Generator to power El Wire

    I suppose it wouldn't work as a DC motor would produce and AC output making it not work in the inverter. I guess I could take the AC output and run it through a transformer to get the required 105VAC. Can anyone recommend a good DC or Step motor to use as a generator assuming I will be pushing...
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    Bicycle Generator to power El Wire

    Hello, I am a new member here and am having a problem as to finding the more effective way to power my el wire. For those that don't know el wire is a thin copper wire coated in a phosphor which glows when an alternating current is applied to it. My goal is to wrap my bicycle in about 5...
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