where do I get replacement bulbs for mth 30-11039 floodlight tower? What bulbs have been used for replacements?
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I just measured one of mine to check 3mm diameter and 8mm long bulb, 2 pin leads 6.5mm long. I just tried testing using my Z4000 and a working lamp with 4 bulbs at 18V in theory would be an amp, but was not registering on one handle and on the other only read 0.2A.
I think either one of these work and unsure if there is brightness or current differences? One is labeled, the other is not.
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https://www.mthpartsandsales.com/shop/search/results
Keyword search 18V and then refine with pin comes up with a long list of bulbs, but these 2 are the diameter and size matches.
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Also note, many people mentioned long term modifying and converting to LEDs.
FWIW, a search on the A site came up with a hit "MP02W 100pcs 3mm Clear Miniature 12V 60mA Grain of Wheat Bulbs Warm White for Model Train Layout or Architectural Project"
They are lower voltage (12V) but 60mA and 3mm diameter bi-pin base 100 for edit $11
Pretty darn cheap- shipping alone from MTH is $10 on an order.
I would just use 12V and call it good if I wanted to be cheap about it with minimal work.
