Lamp for a lathe . . . .

[Steven DeMars]

I'm sure some of you are aware of this, but in case not . . . .

I recently was lucky enough to get a dentist ceiling mount lamp from one of my neighbors. The part that got my attention was the bulb / lamp itself . . .

A square automotive 12 volt sealed beam is what is used. High & low beam . . . So to the junk yard I go for an adaptable holder and all I need is a 12 volt power supply . . . .

Thinking about having a mobile stand / light . . . .

Steve

[Richard Madison]

Now there is some useful information. Thanks Steven! Never thought of using an automotive headlight. The new halogen headlight bulbs (a bit pricey for new ones) might work also.

Please keep us posted on what you find for a 12 volt power supply. Maybe a battery and a trickle charger would work, but probably not the best answer.

[Dick Strauss]

Don't auto bulbs generate a lot of heat?

[paul wiser]

i used a lamp made for a drafting table. too get more light than what was recommended for incandescent, i used a cfl. with flex arm it worked like a charm. did put some hardware cloth over bell to protect bulb

[Ron Mitchell]

What about using a power supply from a computer, it has a 12 volt and a 5 volt feed on each molex connector.

[John Abt]

You might be able to find a battery charger either at an automotive parts store or a consignment like Goodwill.