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Spencer_P

05-27-2006, 01:54 PM

I bought a MR Darth Vader FX saber with a few LEDs out, planning to re-solder the bad LEDs. I took the saber apart and tried remelting the existing solder several times. All I got was bad joints. No suprise there. I also tried adding some solder, but that didn't fix the problem either. Bottom line: Is it possible to fix the solder joints?

I wonder if the breaks are inside the long, thin circuit board to which the LEDs are attached.

*fixed spelling

Firebird21

05-27-2006, 02:00 PM

Yes it is...

You'll need this...
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james3

05-27-2006, 02:01 PM

I am pretty sure that is the problem, it takes alot to break a LED connection but the small pathways on the board are pretty fragile and I would bet without the right tools you would be hard pressed to get it repaired.

Just curious, why would'nt you just throw a LED conversion in that puppy and not worry about it.

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Well said there Firebird[:D]

Spencer_P

05-27-2006, 02:25 PM

I did plan to do a conversion eventually... but fixing the string is cheaper (if it's possible), and I sorta like the power up/power down effect. I know if I hook up the luxeon right, there will still be a power up/power down, but it won't be as good. Also there's the as-fast-as-I-can-fix-it gratification factor. A conversion will take more time (time for the LED to get here, and time to actually do it). Like I said though, I do want to convert it eventually.

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james3

05-27-2006, 03:01 PM

Yep! Reading through the old and large posts you will find that it is the ultimate solution to many of your saber building needs[:p]

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shiky

05-27-2006, 05:54 PM

arite sorry spencer... i am also one of the weak against spelling... its soLder

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tetmatek

05-27-2006, 07:00 PM

You must desolderfirst causr MR uses some kind of wax or flux that is a bear to get off. Once the area is free of the original stuff it's no problem to fix but for how long......

I suggest what Firebird said

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informalmyx

05-28-2006, 02:13 AM

i agree i fixed a friend string and just convert it

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Ambo

05-28-2006, 06:43 AM

i actually have a fully functioning string of red with the foam diffuser if u want gimme a hollar....its yers with shipping.

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Do-Clo

05-28-2006, 09:55 AM

I was going to say get in touch with Ultra as he has some perfect working strips, and he is a stand up guy like Tim and Corbin. Once Ultra gets moved he will be able to hook you up or Tim may have some also just shoot either one a email and see.

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LAN-ED-TUL

05-28-2006, 01:32 PM

best solution, get the led convert for it. the wait is well well well worth it.

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tetmatek

05-28-2006, 06:29 PM

Shoot i got a ton of strips just let me know how many you want. And i got 10 red on the way.

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Spencer_P

05-29-2006, 10:56 AM

Having thought about it a bit, I have decided to just bite the bullet and buy a lux III. Thank you for all your input guys!

Thank you especially, ambo and tetmatek, for your kind offers. That's awful nice of you. Although I don't need an LED strip now, I still really appreciate it.[:)]

SoLder! Rats! Oh well, now I know better. Thanks

Jedi-Loreen

05-29-2006, 11:40 AM

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by Spencer_P

SoLder! Rats! Oh well, now I know better. Thanks
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And I didn't have to say anything this time...[:p]
Thanks to shiky. [;)]

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LAN-ED-TUL

05-30-2006, 02:07 AM

you will be pleased with the end result spencer

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GeluKhanGharr

05-30-2006, 11:42 AM

Does anyone have a good green string you don't need?

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Do-Clo

05-30-2006, 01:10 PM

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by GeluKhanGharr

Does anyone have a good green string you don't need?

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Check with Ultra he may have some.

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