RGB LED Beacon

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RGB Status Indicator Beacons are a common feature on commercial CNC machines and serve as a valuable tool for visually monitoring a machine's status at any given time. My design is specifically tailored to work with most 3D printers that have the capability of driving RGB LEDs using M150 or G42 codes. The lens can be produced using transparent filament, or you can opt for poly-carbonate or acrylic tubing with a 2-inch OD and a 1.875-inch ID. The tube is cut to a length of 1 inch. The top section is secured in place using M4 socket head screws, while the base features brass M4 inserts that are melted into position. To connect the RGB LED strip, simply cut it to length, route the wires through the slide slot, and secure them with the adhesive backing. For added stability, you can also use 2-inch OD clear shrink tubing to secure the wire further. When routing the wire, you have two options: you can either route it through the bottom slots of the base and within the T-slot extrusion or use the FLUSH version of the base to route the wire out of the bottom slot. The base is secured in place using a M5 or M6 socket head screw attached to a T-slot nut. If you're using a M6, however, you'll need to enlarge the center hole. To print the base without support, you'll want to ensure that your printer can bridge. If not, you may need to add support for the bottom circular slot cavity. The OD shape should be able to print without support.