I'm throwing this out here based on RJs post in the MR16 Parts thread
http://diylightanimation.com/index.php?topic=3329.15
about the MR16 originally being designed as a constant current LED controller for a model railroader (I can only guess who that might have been :) )
I have a similar need and could see myself personally needing 50 to 60 or more of a relatively small form factor DC controller that would be like the MR16 but with just 4 channels. If it could have DMX in / out or through and the ability to add MOSFETs for higher current loads I'd be very interested.
Just a thought.
Thanks
Alan T
I like your Idea, I know its out there, but I like to stay with the brand (Lynx) for all my hardware.
A DCSSR4 with DMX options.
DCSSR4 that can be controlled by the freestyle or run by itself.
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Maybe for 2011
That is a good idea as well. I was leaning toward something based on the MR16 design because of the constant current for LEDs but I could see myself using some DCSSR4s w/DMX as well. That would give us Freestyle fans a good choice use with the Freestyle and/or in a standalone situation where you need to control some DC items.
Thanks for the added suggestion.
I don't know if this would work for your application, since it only has three channels, but it's been getting some buzz over on the PC boards:
http://cheapdmx.com/2-dmx-module
I've looked at a lot of these but I was interested in staying with Lynx hardware if possible. I know that RJ's designs are great and I like the DIY aspect of it. I sort of go back an forth on these. I've seen other posts pointing to different vendors that offer roughly the same unit. You're also right on the 3 Ch vs 4 Ch. I am looking at some stuff with RGB + White LEDs as well as some other ideas that need 4 Ch each.
Not sure if this idea will go anywhere but I thought it was worth getting some feedback on.
Thanks for weighing in on the topic.
Alan T
Did you ever find a solution?
I have someone working on a 4 Channel DMX DC SSR design for me. Not ready for release yet. Will post if and when we get it completed.
Alan T