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Default NE-51 Neon Bulbs

Madness wrote:

Just acquired a bunch of these lamps. They're in the same mini-bayonet
style as lamps like the #44/47. But would anyone know if these lamps can
be connected directly to 120 volts? Or do they need a resistor, @ if so,
what value?

Oh, you definitely need a series resistor. About 100K is typical.

Jon