Aquarium LED light fixture

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This aquarium lighting fixture is designed to fit snugly into my Fluval Chi aquarium and should accommodate any aquarium with a glass pane measuring at least 4mm in thickness. If your aquarium features a slightly larger glass pane, you'll need to carefully file the clip after printing for a secure fit. A small rim has been integrated into the design where a 2mm thick acrylic pane can be securely attached using a suitable adhesive, protecting the delicate electronics from moisture and humidity. The fixture boasts an impressive array of 24 white LED's distributed across four separate strips, which provide ample illumination for your aquarium. The result is a visually stunning display that showcases the beauty of your aquatic environment. When printing this fixture, exercise caution as it may adhere excessively to your printbed. I learned this lesson the hard way when attempting to remove my glass pane - be careful not to apply excessive force, or you might end up with broken glass like I did! Despite this minor setback, the fixture printed flawlessly at a layer height of 0.25mm using white ABS material. The entire printing process took approximately three hours to complete, with an infill speed of 80mm/sec and perimeter speeds reaching 65mm/sec. A 15% infill rate proved more than sufficient for providing structural integrity without adding unnecessary bulk or weight to the fixture. If you'd like to modify this design to suit your specific needs, I've uploaded a Solidworks 2015 file for easy editing.