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I want to construct a simple blinker system for my gas scooter (of the goped style somewhat). The lights will be mounted to the rear of a custom built trailer. So here's what I'd like to do. I want a center-off 2 way switch [on-off-on] at the handlebars for switching between the lights. The main thing I'm concerned about is how to make the lights blink. I'm thinking maybe a car blinker part might work. The power source will be either a large

6v battery or a cluster of 1.5v batteries in a holder to add up to 6v-12v (depending on how much voltage is required for the blinker; I think 12v though).
[power 6v/12v] + ---[switch]==[blinker 1 with + connection]==[left] [power 6v/12v] - ---[switch]==[blinker 2 with + connection]==[right]

Just to clearify the diagram, it would be a single switch for both lights with 3 positions, on-off-on, not a single on-off switch or each light. So does anyone have any idea of this would work?

Alan McClure · Accepted Answer

On an automobile the circuit is (+ACs-)power to positive side of flasher, negative side of flasher to common connection of turn signal switch, two output connections of turn signal switch to signal lamps, lamps grounded to (-)battery. One flasher for both left and right. Mechanical automobile flashers require a pretty high current to operate, I would look for an all electronic flasher at my local auto parts store.

Good luck, ARM

Josiah · Answer

I'm not quite sure I understand completely what you're saying as far asconnections. Could you possibley draw a small diagram of what you mean?

Josiah · Answer

I picked up a 552 blinker for $1 and hooked it to a bicycle light with ahousehold universal AC adapter (set to 12 volts) and it works! The blinkerclicks and the light flashes. I think I may use two large cell 6v batteries(like used in camping lanterns) so it has the required 12 volts plus shouldlast a good long time.

Greg · Answer

Use LED lights and you can find them that already blink. Your battery will lasta lot longer too.

vincee · Answer

Pick up a 12v 7mah (or so) lead acid hobby battery. It won't weigh to muchmore and you can recharge it with your universal adapter.

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