Balloon Fin LED Lamp

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Finned balloon-shaped lamp with triple 1W LEDs is a cutting-edge, fully-automated LED lighting system designed for home office spaces. It is made from three printable parts: the lampshade, the lamp lower, and the triple-cell base. Here are the required components to assemble this impressive piece of modern technology: 1. High-power, high-wattage LEDs rated at 1W each. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008DBV26O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 2. Heat sink LED stars designed to efficiently manage heat buildup and provide a long lifespan. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BSR2D1S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 3. Thermal adhesive used to securely attach LEDs to the heat sinks. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009IQ1BU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 4. A reliable, fully functional SPST toggle switch. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008ICKO30/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 5. High-quality 12v power supply providing a safe and efficient connection to the power socket. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005JRGOCM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 6. A matching power socket securely connects to the power supply. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EQ1UWX4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 7. Three high-precision M3 screws provide strong and reliable connection between parts. Calculating the correct value of a 2W, 10 Ohm ballast resistor is a crucial step to ensure safe operation. To do this efficiently use online tools like http://www.resistorguide.com/resistor-for-led/. Assembling this brilliant desk lamp: Print the STL files required for each part separately and using different techniques. I recommend printing the triple-cell base and the lower lamp together with a brim setting. On the other hand, you may want to assemble LEDs onto heat sink stars or preassembled ones if available. The first step is to connect all three LEDs in series direction using positive connections for each one of them and then solder their leads. This leaves you with extra wiring at both ends, so carefully position your three-star base. To complete the connection process: - Wire the positive end of each LED wire connected to toggle switch’s terminal. - The ballast resistor’s negative pole will be tied to the power socket’s corresponding wire - Secure the switch using screws