HexaFloraDeLuz

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This multi-color LED decor will shine bright for days on a single CR2032 battery. After searching far and wide for an affordable LED base that works flawlessly, I decided to create my own reliable design without breaking the bank. The base uses a coin holder and a multi-color T-1 LED bulb, both easily found on Amazon or eBay. The T-1 (3mm) bulb boasts a wider beam of 30 degrees compared to the T-1 3/4 (5mm), making it an ideal choice for this design. Its leads are also closer together, simplifying the process. The weak point of most low-cost LED mounts is the switch, but this clever design uses the bulb itself as a switch, keeping things simple and effective. I've tested several units that have been running continuously for over 5 days, and I'm eager to see how long they'll last. The lampshade portion is an adaptation of my upcoming HexaFloraVase design. To make it work here, I combined a solid and a surface into a single .STL file. If this approach doesn't work for some users, I apologize in advance. I use S3D to create my designs, and I've included the gcode for those who can utilize it. My settings include a 0.5 nozzle and 0.33 thick layers of transparent PETg at 240/75. The base securely holds the vertical coin holder, while the CR2032 holder is a common component. Although the fit isn't extremely tight, you can glue it in place if desired. The base press-fits into the lampshade part. To turn on the decor, simply insert a battery into the holder and slide the bulb over the top edge of the battery. Make sure the longer lead is on the positive side of the battery. When not using the decor, you can store the bulb in the two spare holes on the base, leaving the battery in its holder since it won't consume any power unless the bulb is lit. The spare storage holes can also be used to straighten bent leads. To ensure optimal performance, keep the leads straight and close together, using the spare/storage holes as a reference point. If you accidentally put the bulb onto the battery with the leads reversed, don't worry – it won't burn out due to reverse voltage being below its burnout voltage. Parts reference: https://www.amazon.com/Transparent-Lighting-Electronics-Components-Emitting/dp/B01C19ENH8/ref=pd_sim_60_2?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=2HT9HACZQS01WVZSEX11&dpID=31xGRHs9zvL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=detail&th=1 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071F3HW8J/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 https://www.amazon.com/Sony-CR2032-Lithium-Coin-Cell/dp/B008XBK7PG/ref=pd_bxgy_23_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=XFYY4HMEBY4S3BPH2CEN&dpID=61yczfK5KTL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=detail