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Old 04-07-2012, 05:55 PM   #1
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Default DIY waterproof LED strip

Hi guys, just wanting to share with you my DIY leds for my 3 ft

cheap and simply way.

The LED strip i'm using
SMD 5050 model, the brighter version of 3528
780-900 Lumens/Meter
IP65. waterproof


The adaptor
simply simple


since leds strip optimum working temp -20 to 50°.
I tested out overheating will cause the silcon waterproofing to turn yellowish
so a cheap and simple heatsink




Connect up everything...Boom!!
just kidding


How to mount?simple


And the finishing



simple cheap and long lasting.
might be brighter abit if i wash up the top glass cover.but too heavy and lazy

simple and easy
just to share

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Old 04-07-2012, 06:10 PM   #2
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great diy project! had been thinking of starting a project like yours but lazy to scout around for materials may i know how you to attach the light strip to the heat sink, where did you buy the led light strip & estimated cost of this project? thks!
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Old 15-07-2012, 03:17 PM   #3
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A new RGB set for a 4ft GF

very troublesome to solder -.-
so many wires

Pure White


a little less green to make it pinkish


just for fun scary red light


cheers
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Old 15-07-2012, 07:11 PM   #4
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Bro,

Sim Lim tower able to source for materials right?

Ur project confirm waterproof ah?
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Old 15-07-2012, 07:49 PM   #5
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Bro,

Sim Lim tower able to source for materials right?

Ur project confirm waterproof ah?
I just went sim lim tower today.
U can find the led on first floor.
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Old 18-07-2012, 08:21 PM   #6
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What is the damage like?
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Old 11-08-2012, 10:21 PM   #7
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cool... yeah wat's the damage? can u customise and charge service fee? lol
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Old 12-08-2012, 12:02 AM   #8
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Nice! Planning to do more and sell it? I will be the first customer hahah
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Old 12-08-2012, 12:50 AM   #9
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What is the aluminum casing thingy you used to make the heat sink? Where to get n how much per metre/ft?
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Old 10-10-2012, 12:08 PM   #10
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Bro, u keen to give hands on tutorial?
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