[sdiy] switching LEDS

[Cary Roberts]

>Now I want to switch very big LEDs like 5-10 watts, so I'm sure I need to
>add something like a relay to keep it all safe and isolated.
>I guess I could use small relays, but is the best way to use some kind of
>solid state relay?
>
>Any pointers to what there is, and what I should be looking at?

N channel mosfet. If you want to drive a 5-10 watt LED then I suggest a 5A
part.  There are < .05 ohm parts out there meaning you can get a 5A part in
a to92 or soic8 package.

-Cary