Swap Lamp for Walls (Modern Version)

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<p>Swap the lamp for a new style for any occasion. This version is a modern lamp.</p> <p>A Halloween version and other versions will follow.</p> <h3>Print instructions</h3><h3>Disclaimer</h3> <p>This lamp requires the skill to work with mains voltage (230V/110V). If in doubt, ask a professional (or your parents if you are underage) how to work safely. The author of this manual will not take any responsibility or liability for any damages to person or property caused by improper safety precautions or the installation of the described lamp.</p> <h3>Required materials</h3> <ul> <li>2x LED driver, constant current source, input 230V/110V, output 700 mA</li> <li>2x High Power LED 700 mA star</li> <li>Transparent PETG filament for the “glas”</li> <li>Any other filament (Prusament PLA Galaxy Black was used in this example)</li> <li>2x two pin connectors male and female each. The model is optimized for the connectors shown on the pictures.</li> <li>Super glue/cyano acrylate/any other transparent fast setting glue which adheres to your filament.</li> <li>Wire (should be thick enough for 700 mA and thin enough to fit into the carrier</li> </ul> <h3>Instructions</h3> <ol> <li>Prepare the constant current LED driver by cutting and stripping the cables. Cramp the connectors to both sides. Use female connectors on the constant current source to prevent short circuits. If no cramping equipment is at hand solder the joints.</li> <li>Prepare the base by gluing the constant current driver and the female connectors in place.</li> <li>Prepare Carrier by gluing them together. Either you put in the cable in before gluing or you have to pull the cables in with a thinner cable. Leave at least 15 cm (1/2 foot) of cable hanging out of both ends. It will be much easier in later steps if the cables can still move inside the carrier.</li> <li>Glue the two carriers into the carrier base.</li> <li>Prepare the Connector by deburring if necessary. Test fit the connector to the lamp base. If the connector does not slide with low (to medium) force, use a deburring tool or some sandpaper to improve the connection. Spray the two guide rails with silicone spray to improve sliding (optional). </li> <li>Glue the carrier base on the connector. Do not solder the male power connectors yet.</li> <li>Glue all parts of the cage together without the upper ring. Test fit with the transparent PETG ring first, then glue the upper ring on top. Do not glue the transparent PETG to the cage directly since the glue residues will be visible later. The transparent PETG will be hold in place by the cage.</li> <li>Glue all parts of the lamp head together, including the LED socket. Run the 15 cm cable through the center hole and adhere the lamp head to the carrier carefully. I recommend letting this attachment dry for at least one hour (yes, even with super glue).</li> <li>Solder the High-Power LED to the cable and try to remember the correct polarity (most cables have marks). Do not solder the High-Power Led when it rests in its socket since the socket will melt from the heat. After cooling down, carefully pull the cable at the connector plate, until the LED gets close to its socket. Apply some glue to the socket and pull/press the LED in. Do not glue the cage in place yet. This will be done at the end after testing.</li> <li>If possible, use a multimeter with resistance measurement and check weather the LED lights up (very dim). If everything works, solder the connection to the male 2 pin connector. Check the polarity.</li> <li>Time for final checks. Check your local regulation, since in some countries working at mains voltage is only allowed by professionals. If you want to attach the power yourself, check your safety precautions. Open/remove the power fuse so you do not work on live wires. Prevent the fuse from being reset. </li> <li>Check for cables or studs, drill holes and screw the lamp base to the wall. Connect the constant current sources’ input to the mains power line.</li> <li>Slide the lap in place and test for function.</li> <li>Remove the lamp, glue the cages in place. Put the lamp back on the base.</li> </ol>