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Originally Posted by FrugalNinja250
Most folks don't know how to wire a 555, and probably lack the desire to learn how. Plus, to fully implement a 555 solution some PCB work as well as weather-proofing and filtering would be considered necessary. It would be easier to just get an automotive-type electronic flasher and make an adapter terminal set, or better yet just buy a purpose-made electronic flasher such as this:
http://www.cyclegear.com/eng/product...lay/web1006869
It's plug and play. |
True, but if I'd said "I can make a flasher unit from one of the 555s I have in my desk faster than you can go out and buy one from a store", it wouldn't be a very helpful post. Plus, I'd come across like a jackass.