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I have re-wired the Tri Cree according to the enclosed diagram and I am happy to say it is working as expected. I have included photos of the final build and will add a YouTube...

Looks awesome! It definitely inspires me to build a Vader reveal or maybe venture into Luke's territory. Thanks for the help!

Make sure to order the heatsink/holder for 7/8" and the blade plug if you are planning to buy them from the UK - it took 7 business days from UK to TX.

The accuracy screws were shipped out quick...

Excellent explanation! You are correct - my method which was from a Rob/TCSS video showING the resistors going on the + wires and you are correct I missed the resistor for the Red diode (I bought the...

So I will take your advise and bridge the neg & pos pads. That will reduce the wires through the hole to 4 instead of 6. Since I have to use 26AWG wire, space through the heatsink hold is limited.
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Full build up until the leds became unconnected.

Build Kit

I assembled the kit which is pretty straight forward. I shot a video that I will upload soon on the build. I switched out the hex...

Thanks for that tip. It seems that my solder iron temp was not hot enough to keep set the solder on the pads. I am trying again this week and will post the install pics. Thanks!

I took apart the hilt in the middle. I pulled the led holder out and saw that several leads came off the led. I am re-wiring and will try it before putting it back together. The led part was my first...

So I see an override.txt in the root - but I do not see a config.txt in the root. But I see the confix.txt file in the bank 1/2/3 folders.

Should there be an override in the root folder or only in...

Ok - opened the SD card and I do not see a config.txt file. Where can I find one and the parameters for

Red led
Dark Red led
White FOC led

Thanks!

I have everything wired per the NBv3 vid Rob did. I have sound, act switch works, kill key works but no leds come on. Any idea where to start?

Correct. I will measure the open space inside, but the Heat sink module is 1" in height. So using a 7/8" tube, I measured its 1 1/2" from the inner screws(slits) to the hilt opening in the top part. ...

Thanks for the info.

Seating the NBv4 board
Hot glue seems to be the best option unless you have a 3D chassis that you can clip the board into. I will look into this option later.

Heat...

This is the build log for my first saber. I cosplay as Darth Vader and I wanted a more robust saber than MR or Hasbro. I have included my final parts list and will include links to where I find...

I found one more source that seem to have the module I need. All other sources are sold out for now.

7/8″ OD Heatsink Module
https://thesaberarmory.com/product/78-od-heatsink-module/

Thanks

Thanks for the video. I am excited to start as I have one week until I am a guest at a local comic book convention in North Texas. In the meantime I am working on my helmet's fans and padding.

I...

Thank you for the videos and the tips. I placed my order today and its being shipped today - so fast service!

Some items I did not order...

1. Tri Cree Lens - is that needed and should I order?...

Thank you for the comparison of the DR vs R. It definitely confirms my Tri Cree combo I am looking to do - DR/R/W - W for FOC. BTW - I am using my iPhone for videos (I can use a bluetooth to turn...

Thanks for the great feedback specifically about the power extender and NBv4! I have adjusted my parts list and reduced expense!

I have EDITED my parts list above.

I read above the there are...

I am excited to start my journey to build my first saber. I have been reading and watching YouTube videos and have a good idea on what I like to build. I have sourced several sites and put this...

My name is Robert and I have been doing research on Production/Licensed and Custom built sabers specifically for Darth Vader. I have joined several forums including the 501st Sith as I plan to have...