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The Regular Stuff: Chat, Buy, Sell, Off Topic, etc. => General Discussion - Dynamos, Generators, Alternators, Magnetos... Scale Models, Toys, Originals, etc => Topic started by: St Paul Steam on November 25, 2024, 04:40:47 pm
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These bulbs come from China, so surely you can buy them directly from someplace closer and save a ton on postage?
The trick is finding ones with the larger globes: 14 mm vs 11 mm.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805421989267.html
For me, the link above is 50 for $7.99 free shipping. You probably want either the E10 1.5v 0.3A or E10 2.5v 0.3A (GE14). These are the slightly smaller 11 mm diameter vs the 14 mm diameter from the link Bruce posted.
All the bulbs that I received in Jensen products were the smaller 11 mm size.
I just received two (2) boxes of these from Aliexpress. Never purchased anything from them before, took a while to arrive but they were packed very well.
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There's a box of them on my desk in the Office of Steam.
Thanks again for the tip, Bruce!
Gil
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Glad it worked for you. :)
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Was breaking out the PM 3G for a bit of testing when I remembered about these E10 bulbs Bruce mentioned.
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Absolutely perfect with this engine setup! The wattage consumed by the bulb is high enough to use all the steam this Jensen boiler will provide, but the voltage is low enough that you can turn the RPM's down with the throttle for a pleasant run with this engine. The big bulb looks great as well.
Glad I bought a lifetime supply! ;D Thanks!
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I know its a pain in the arse, but if anyone is ordering more globes from this supplier in the U.S, if possible could you order me three (3) packs and post them to me down here and I will re-imburse you via PayPal friend/family payment for all costs incurred?
I bought 6 packs last time Jim, I would be happy to do as you ask & send 3 your way.
Cheers, Bruce
Sent you a PM Bruce.
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These bulbs come from China, so surely you can buy them directly from someplace closer and save a ton on postage?
The trick is finding ones with the larger globes: 14 mm vs 11 mm.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805421989267.html
For me, the link above is 50 for $7.99 free shipping. You probably want either the E10 1.5v 0.3A or E10 2.5v 0.3A (GE14). These are the slightly smaller 11 mm diameter vs the 14 mm diameter from the link Bruce posted.
All the bulbs that I received in Jensen products were the smaller 11 mm size.
I'll have a look at them Doug.
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I know its a pain in the arse, but if anyone is ordering more globes from this supplier in the U.S, if possible could you order me three (3) packs and post them to me down here and I will re-imburse you via PayPal friend/family payment for all costs incurred?
I bought 6 packs last time Jim, I would be happy to do as you ask & send 3 your way.
Cheers, Bruce
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These bulbs come from China, so surely you can buy them directly from someplace closer and save a ton on postage?
The trick is finding ones with the larger globes: 14 mm vs 11 mm.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805421989267.html
For me, the link above is 50 for $7.99 free shipping. You probably want either the E10 1.5v 0.3A or E10 2.5v 0.3A (GE14). These are the slightly smaller 11 mm diameter vs the 14 mm diameter from the link Bruce posted.
All the bulbs that I received in Jensen products were the smaller 11 mm size.
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I know its a pain in the arse, but if anyone is ordering more globes from this supplier in the U.S, if possible could you order me three (3) packs and post them to me down here and I will re-imburse you via PayPal friend/family payment for all costs incurred?
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Hey Bruce,
I just finished watching your YouTube video of the generator and lamp post set that you are making. From where did you buy the lamp post? I also have this same aliexpress generator and have been looking for a good lamp.
Sometimes it’s hard to find these things here in Europe.
Thanks,
Tim
try this Tim, on Ebay
MTH Rail King Die-Cast Street Lamp Set
they make many different styles. good luck.
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Hey Bruce,
I just finished watching your YouTube video of the generator and lamp post set that you are making. From where did you buy the lamp post? I also have this same aliexpress generator and have been looking for a good lamp.
Sometimes it’s hard to find these things here in Europe.
Thanks,
Tim
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Thanks Bruce!
E10 Base Bulbs
BULB VOLTAGE AMPS WATTS
#14 2.47V .30A .741W Standard for Jensen #15
#131 1.30V .10A .130W Low HP motor & Jensen #15
#502 5.10V .15A .765W Stepper-motor Generator
#359 1.35V .06A .081W Low HP motor & Jensen #15
#222 2.25V .25A .563W Focused-beam for Jensen #15
#352x 3.00V .07A .210W Standard for Jensen #15E
With half the voltage (and watts) of a #14 these should work well with most gen/engine combos. Usually I use a #131 with small engines, but they are really easy to pop if you get too heavy-handed with the throttle.
Have several boxes on order!
I hope they work well for you; these can pop with a heavy throttle hand just like any light bulb, but seem to light quicker & needing less RPM. but these are the large globe which I have found looks really good & are similar to the vintage Jensen bulb of old.
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Thanks Bruce!
E10 Base Bulbs
BULB VOLTAGE AMPS WATTS
#14 2.47V .30A .741W Standard for Jensen #15
#131 1.30V .10A .130W Low HP motor & Jensen #15
#502 5.10V .15A .765W Stepper-motor Generator
#359 1.35V .06A .081W Low HP motor & Jensen #15
#222 2.25V .25A .563W Focused-beam for Jensen #15
#352x 3.00V .07A .210W Standard for Jensen #15E
With half the voltage (and watts) of a #14 these should work well with most gen/engine combos. Usually I use a #131 with small engines, but they are really easy to pop if you get too heavy-handed with the throttle.
Have several boxes on order!
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Thanks Bruce, I just ordered some of the 1.5 volt and some 2.5volt. Their listing said those
were out of stock, but I clicked it anyway for info and it said 1509 in stock. We'll see what
I get and long they last.
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Thanks for that info Bruce, seems like a fair price at $0.24 per bulb.
Thanks Daniel
Shipping was $7.00, whether I bought 2 or 6 packs, so I bought 6 pkgs. I just came across my source again today and these things seam elusive to find, especially the large globe ,low voltage style
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Thanks for that info Bruce, seems like a fair price at $0.24 per bulb.
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Thought I would share where I get my E10 light bulbs, these light up quick (easier to blow though) & have the large globe.
Brand: Sci-Supply
E10 Miniature Lamps or Light Bulbs, 1.5V 0.3A, Pack of 10, Large Globe
SS20506A1
$2.39 USD (pack of 10)