Advice on my plan

[Maroon]

Greetings,

I'm completely new to the saber scene and my knowledge of electronics is pretty dismal, nevertheless I'd really love to take a stab at the process. I'd like to know If my concept is feasible at all and whether or not I have the required parts to make it a reality.
The general idea is a ROTJ style hilt with the AV switch on the 4" Double female connector.

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MHS parts:

4" Double female threaded connector
MHS "new style" Heat Sink V2
Screw on LED blade holder style 8
MPS Pommel style 3 v2
MHS choke style 2
MHS ribbed extension
Machine AV switch hole



Electronics:

Rebel Star LED & MHS Heatsink Module
2AA Battery holder
16mm Anti Vandal Short Momentary Green Ring Switch
20mA DynaOhm? Variable Resistor
Dual 22 gauge wire (sold by the foot)

My main question is which resistor should I be using with the 2AA Battery holder and Rebel Star LED? Are there any other glaring issues here that I've overlooking.

I'd greatly appreciate any guidance on this.

Thanks

Maroon

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

First, Welcome to the Forums. Now for my questions:
What type of batteries (voltage) do you plan on using? That will help us figure out what type of resistor for the main LED you might use.
Also are you planning on having sound in the saber?

[Maroon]

First, Welcome to the Forums. Now for my questions:
What type of batteries (voltage) do you plan on using? That will help us figure out what type of resistor for the main LED you might use.
Also are you planning on having sound in the saber?

Thanks,

No sound. Just a stunt saber at the moment.

I was thinking of using standard Duracell AA (1.5v). Is this a bad idea?

The Li-Ion don't ship internationally so that's out the picture.

Thanks

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

Thanks,

No sound. Just a stunt saber at the moment.

I was thinking of using standard Duracell AA (1.5v). Is this a bad idea?

The Li-Ion don't ship internationally so that's out the picture.

Thanks

What color LED were you thinking of running?

[Maroon]

What color LED were you thinking of running?

Luxeon Rebel Star (Green)

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

Luxeon Rebel Star (Green)

OK, 2 Regular batteries will not have enough voltage to power the LED properly. You should look to find some Li-ion batteries in the UK. I know they are sold there, somewhere - there is a thread around here somewhere that lists places in various countries. a 14500 (which gives off 3.7V and a blank) plus a small resistor should be just fine for your needs. Google 14500 batteries in the UK, and I'm sure you'll find something.

[Maroon]

OK, 2 Regular batteries will not have enough voltage to power the LED properly. You should look to find some Li-ion batteries in the UK. I know they are sold there, somewhere - there is a thread around here somewhere that lists places in various countries. a 14500 (which gives off 3.7V and a blank) plus a small resistor should be just fine for your needs. Google 14500 batteries in the UK, and I'm sure you'll find something.

Ah, Ok. I've tracked down some sites offering 14500s for a decent price.

What resistor should I go for?

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

Ah, Ok. I've tracked down some sites offering 14500s for a decent price.

What resistor should I purchase?

If you are using just one (which is 3.7V), a 27 Ohm 1/4W resistor would be ideal.

[Maroon]

If you are using just one (which is 3.7V), a 27 Ohm 1/4W resistor would be ideal.

What about using two batteries? I can't seem to find a single cell battery holder on the site, aside from the 18659 Cell holder. Will that hold the 14500s?

Sorry for the moronic questions. Just want to be sure I've got it all right.

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

What about using two batteries? I can't seem to find a single cell battery holder on the site, aside from the 18659 Cell holder. Will that hold the 14500s?

Sorry for the moronic questions. Just want to be sure I've got it all right.

14500's are AA size. If you use one with a dummy cell (essentially a blank) you can use a 2AA holder (1 14500, one dummy cell) without a problem.