Red EL strip DOA

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Red EL strip DOA

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I have a 4x AA battery pack that is sold by Adafruit, and I am using it to try to power one of these https://www.adafruit.com/product/445#technical-details

I know the pack works and is wired correctly as it powers a test fan I have. I tried plugging it into the EL strip, nothing. Tried both ends as well, but tried the "input" end first. I am missing something?

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Re: Red EL strip DOA

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EL items require more than just basic direct power. Than need a special power driver inverter, like this:
https://www.adafruit.com/product/564

It looks just like a basic battery pack, but there is additional driver circuitry inside specific for use with EL.

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Re: Red EL strip DOA

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oh ok, well these were literally out of stock and now are magically not, so going to get some then check back.

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Re: Red EL strip DOA

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Also, would there be a better option if I am wanting to run 12 x 3' segments of EL tape and would like to have them plug into a standard US power outlet?

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