Lynx Joule Inverter

[Lynxsteam]

Got the draw down to 8 ma on a 12 volt battery using the off the shelf RadioShack 450 ma transformer.  I will try a variable resistor this evening to see "how low we can go"

[b_rads]

Lynxsteam:
Checked online and my local Home Depot has 2 of the Phillips 3w non dimmable LED's.  Will pick those up this evening.  I did try FEIT and LG bulbs and they did not work.  I have the 450ma transformer you mentioned plus several others I can try.  On post number #4 you show 2 circuits, do you have a preference for the right or left circuit.  I will try both for comparison.  Thanks for the cool discovery, I will let you know if I can get it to work.  Thanks again,
Brad S

[Lynxsteam]

Nice to see your post Brad,

Here is a video showing what you can do with a 5k potentiometer.  These non dimming bulbs can be dimmed right down to nothing.  2 ma and there is still a visible light.  5 ma is like a small candle.  Running on 24 volts pushes these bulbs nicely.

I don't know what typical solar lights pull but I bet its more.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7u5yL4F-_T0

[Lynxsteam]

I don't know if people are pulling my leg asking for a schematic but here it is

[b_rads]

@Lynxsteam;
  I need help, I know your circuit looks as simple as it get but, I have not been able to get the bulb to light.  I am using the RS transformer and Phillips 3w fan bulb (non-dimmable).  I have introduced 15vdc on the input and read 32vac on the bulb end.  Pushing 30vdc I get about 65vac on the bulb and still does not light.  Is it possible Phillips may have changed internal circutry on this bulb?  Any suggestions?
Brad S