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Subject:Re: Halogen bulbs ... is there a difference between AC & DC bulbs?
From:Gerald Masar
Date:Mon, 27 Sep 2004 19:32:09 -0700

yes, for most. look on the transformer and it should say "output: 12volts dc".
jerry

----- Original Message -----
From: "Mike Collum" <collum@VERIZON.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Monday, September 27, 2004 7:06 PM
Subject: Halogen bulbs ... is there a difference between AC & DC bulbs?

> I have some "Under counter" halogen lighting fixtures that are fed through a
> transformer that steps down to 12 volts.  Can these be connected directly to
> 12 volt DC for use in the Westy or must I use halogens that are designed for
> DC operation?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Mike