> >off the primary and use the 240V rated parts I already have > > Why not? Why not indeed. Just a reality check. Sounded logical, wanted to make sure nothing was going to jump me from behind a bush > Even better: pick just the right transformer and have it act as > the ballast as well If I was starting again and had more than a couple to do, I probably would do just that Thanks -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist