The LightArch - 3D printed components

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One challenge I've consistently faced, and you likely have if you're into 3D printing and assembly, is the lack of sufficient light.  To overcome this issue, I started wearing a headlamp but it still wasn't quite right. So I decided to use my hacksaw, 3D printer and imagination - let's finally solve this problem once and for all.  And that's how The LightArch was born.\r\nThe LightArch is essentially a framework that can sit on your desk, portable enough to be stored underneath it, providing sufficient light to see everything and also usable for photography.  I'm considering selling it through my Etsy store as well, but until then here are the 3D printed components.\r\nYou will need in addition: six 15mm thick wooden dowel pieces measuring 400mm each, four more dowel pieces to function as mounting legs (you can choose the length according to your needs, mine are 50mm long), a five-meter length of LED strip lights (the LEDs must be daylight-white); and nine LED strip connectors.  And plenty of plastic cable ties.\r\nI've attached photos of The LightArch during assembly and the finished product. If you have any issues please send me an email and I'll try to assist.  It's highly recommended to assemble it using epoxy resin glue, but be aware that you might feel quite euphoric by the time you're done. Please also note that this is a work-in-progress; I'm planning to upgrade it in the future with more LEDs and possibly a camera mount for doing timelapse photography of assembly work, but I'll post them as soon as they are finished.\r\nFor now..... enjoy!