Powering two Strings of Christmas Tree Lights

Most recent answer: 12/05/2017

Q:
Can I power two strings of Christmas lights requiring 4.5 volts with one 9 volt battery?
- Larry (age 77)
St John Indiana USA
A:

Yes but only if you wire them in series.    If you wire them in parallel you will either burn out the lights or quickly dischage the batterey.

LeeH


(published on 12/05/2017)