5mm LED Diffuser - Quick & Dirty

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Experimenting with an Arduino prototype, I struggled with water-clear LEDs that were difficult to capture on video and harsh on the eyes. Resorting to unconventional diffusers like paper and polythene bags, I discovered a printable 5mm LED diffuser. Although not aesthetically pleasing, it proved sturdy. To use this diffuser, you have two options: Shrink-Fit Diffuser for immediate usage with the LED, or Press-Fit (Non-Shrink) Diffuser for later installation requiring careful handling and possibly pliers. No raft is needed during printing. A note about the photo: it was taken when the LEDs were fading up and down, resulting in varying brightness. For a video of the LEDs fading without printed diffusers, visit this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syGVw7-35r0. Additionally, for more information about the LEDs and Arduino code, check out this blog post: http://myriadwhimsies.wordpress.com/2011/03/20/i-love-you-like-nature-loves-sine-waves/