Reply to "Rheostats to control three trolley lines on my layout"

Garrett76OGR Forum Member

Mike H Mottler posted:
Steve:
As a test purchase, today I bought two LED bulbs at HOME DEPOT, made by Meridian, #13177 -- 7 watts with a C7 (candleabra) base. The fine print on the package says "Use in 120V Fixtures Only." Since the original Dept 56 wires & sockets were intended for 120V, but I applied the Dept 56 low-voltage distribution system to them, I believe these bulbs might work. And if not, the "test" only cost $5.
In case my test doesn't work, please provide the brand and source of your LED bulbs.
With thanks upfront,
Mike (ritrainguy)

For anyone to reply, are there LED bulbs that give off a similar soft white/yellowish appearance of the stock Dept 56 incandescent bulbs. I don't like the bluish/white light that seems common for LEDs. Anyone familiar with bulb options at Lowes, Home Depot, or WalMart?

Thanks

7/18/1711:15 AM

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