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Jedi Guardian
12-23-2009, 02:30 PM
I'm thinking of doing a crystal chamber in my next saber, but this would be a new concept for me. As some of you have extensive experience in this area, what is a good LED to use for a crystal chamber? Also, are there any new ideas on a crystal chassis?
Sunrider
12-23-2009, 05:25 PM
You don't have to use a LED.;)

http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/showthread.php?t=9520
Jedi Guardian
12-23-2009, 06:35 PM
Good point, Sunrider. Maybe I should also ask for cheap, easy to acquire and install ( I am a dumb grunt, so I mean REAL easy to install), and durable alternative lighting methods. Other than the previously linked thread above.
xl97
12-23-2009, 11:17 PM
I would check out ebay and look into getting some HB accent leds 3-5mm type (whatever your need is)
Sunrider
12-24-2009, 09:11 AM
You might check out PLCC package LEDs. The higher output 20ma 3.5 x 2.8 mm are very efficient and easy to use (no thermal pad). Most have thermal pads above this ma rating.:cool:
cardcollector
12-24-2009, 04:01 PM
What type of hilt (MHS/Sinktube/PVC) are you planning on using? that will effect how you build it.

I preferr to use a 5mm LED with the Bezel, and mount it onto a 1" washer.
how I secure it to the hilt depends on the style...
Jedi Guardian
12-24-2009, 04:58 PM
Using the windowed MHS extension. Thinking about mounting it on a spare MHS heatsink with a hole through the center. Read that on here some time earlier. Seemed pretty straight, so hope it works.
cardcollector
12-24-2009, 06:54 PM
That's what I would do, but a washer with some 6-32 threaded rods will work too.
Jedi Guardian
12-25-2009, 06:38 AM
Well cardcollector, after that last post I checked out your Lightning Strike". I really like the chamber you did on that one. I may try to go in a similar direction. I want something very dual-worthy and I think I can anchor that in pretty tight. Thanks.
cardcollector
12-26-2009, 01:52 PM
I wouldn't cut out the windows like that...
Because this will happen
http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/picture.php?albumid=62&pictureid=1186
http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/picture.php?albumid=62&pictureid=1187

I now only do one windowed cutout on sinktubes...
That's about all they can handle.

BTW I didn't come up with that idea. Obi-dar did. So thank him as well.;)
Jedi Guardian
12-26-2009, 03:57 PM
Ouch. Well, now you have extra parts and that means a new lightsaber. You know when god gives you lemons, get a new god.