21:44 It's things like that that make me love these videos even more! I already knew how to build a stunt saber and yet I still watched the whole thing! It's because of the little tips and tricks you can learn. It is amazing what you can discover every day in this hobby! Thank you Madcow!
Thank you very much, sir! I am repairing and simplifying an old lightsaber with a really cool hilt design and this video was very helpful. I'll update how it goes.
@@TheCustomSaberShop Thanks! I have an old Ultrasabers frankensaber that I got on Ebay because it had started to break down. I took one of the two LEDs out of the circuit since it was just in the way. I'm hoping the blade LED won't burn out, but the module is obsolete and I can't find the forward voltage anywhere, so just throwing my best guess of the resistor on it. Ordering replacement parts from you just in case. That LED calculator was extremely helpful. If all goes well I will definitely be making my own stunt saber, it's such a great group activity! Thanks a bunch! :)
okay this is helpful, broke one i purchased from ultrasabers, but i look forward to smithing it back to performance. but i also intend to install sound. thank you
Rob, I know most Sabers are built for Dueling but I would like to know if you can do an instructional video on how to hardwire a saber so you can use it as lamp. I know it would require a step-down converter but it would be nice to see it visually done.
+Scud The lens holder is no longer required with the new optic holder. but you can also use this: www.thecustomsabershop.com/CreeRebel-Lens-Holder-P999.aspx
I didn’t get one with a retention hole or screw. Is there any other way to keep my blade in? Like some sort of other way to add to my hilt to hold it in? I don’t have power tools to make my own hole
Rob Petkau Great to hear! Loving the series so far, I've watched through them all a few times at this stage and feel about a million times more confident about diving into my first build.
I'm going to assume that this possitioning of the resistor would work for a stunt saber that also includes a lit switch. The planned wire run goes from the battery to the switch via a resistor then to a buckpuck and the LED before looping back around to the negative terminal. Question is, does that resistor need to be there or is the buckpuck going to take care of that? Switch LED is wired so it turns on when the blade LED is on, not when power is in the saber.
It needs to be 2 seperate circuits. So you may want to put your resistor for the switch LED on the negative leg so that you don't have reduced current for your main blade LED
This is soooooo good! I part way to finishing my super basic PVC hilt! Now I just need the electronics and stuff! Was thinking of getting the 18650 batt but will hold off. Was thinking of getting those LED strips (144) from ali but I don't know what to do to wire that up. Can you do a tut on a stunt saber with the ws2812b LED strips?
Ok in the MHS builder it does not allow me to change the pattern of the powder coating it only gives me the option of solid coloring. is there any way to get it to show me different options?
Great video! It's given me the confidence to finally try my own build. I was wondering if it would be possible to do a lit AV latching switch instead of the guarded latching? Would much need to be changed?
J. Edward Paul Hi, Thanks for the feedback. It is possible to sub in a lit AV latching switch, but the better solution is to use the Momentary to latching converter, and a momentary AV switch: th-cam.com/video/M6OUwGikWKg/w-d-xo.html
Ok i understand this video is old but what if i wanted to add a crystal housing chamber with led set up can i still use the triple a batteries or do i need to switch to lithium reason i ask i have never done electronics i have no clue about what output i would need and lithium batterys scare me because any resistance and it explods
+Rob Petkau I don't know why I never got a notification that you replied. Oops. Guess it's a good thing I didn't try to build my saber until now. Thanks for the video.
It depends on the spec sheet for the particular red LED you are using. Then you can use ohms law, or just cheat and go here: led.linear1.org/1led.wiz You'll most likely end up with a 5.6 ohm 5 watt or close.
im going to be building one of these in the next few days, but with a 18650 and a recharge port, where would the recharge port go into this setup. Also can i light up the led that is in the switch i have by just taking a feed from the power, put a resistor in place and then feed back to negative?
+crossy28 Yes the second question. For the recharge port, you really need to map out where things will fit and plan your recharge port for your saber. Each is a little different.
Hey Rob, I was wondering if you know which resistor type is best for a 16mm Av red ring momentary switch from TCSS would be. It is 2.0v and runs on 20ma. by the way, the video was a big help for a beginner like me.
dude thank you so much im only in high school but i want to acquire my lightsaber as close to how the jedi did it. Building it themselves. i know next to nothing about electronics but im so exited
This is great..Thanks to this vid Im gonna give this a try..BTW: How does TCSS blades stack up to UltraSabers & Master Replicas stock sabers?Just curious.Thanks
if i used this build to make a custom colour from a multi-colour led would I have a separate resister on each line or one based on the full voltage needed?
+Rob Petkau thank you for the quick reply. I see in the list of supplies a socket head but I don't see in the video it being used. Did I just miss it or is it something that didn't make the cut for this video? Thank you for your time.
+James O'Dowd The light-up ring is in fact an LED. The switch info should tell you the properties of the LED and you can calculate the right resistor for your battery.
Appriciate this video alot great stuff! question what do you feel about a retention screw for the LED unit? also personally i feel these universal AA battery holders are super weak for the kind of impacts a stunt endures during dueling/spinning, i feel a 3.7 single battery holder solution + 3D printed chasis/ PCV chasis works so much better for stunts, what is your opinion on this as a saber builder?
Use of resistors on these LED’s is hella simple. Yes, ohm’s law, but if you just spend a little bit figuring that out, you’ll realize you only need like... 2 different ohm-age resistors (Assuming we are using a 3.7v 18650... I generally use a 1.25 ohm/3 watt for red Cree diodes... and 0.5 ohm for blues... and nothing for Greens - however you could use a 0.5 ohm on the greens as well to be ‘safe’). Rob has a video concerning resistors from these video series too.
+Rob Petkau OK thanks! Since the hilt parts are sold out at TCCS, I'm looking at other materials to make a hilt... (PVC, Sink Pipe, etc) guess I have to get creative. :)
+Shawn “Gun Nerd” Tannehill. Note that the resistor value (ohms) and power rating (watts) is determined by driver voltage & current. Resistors will work fine however as you move into higher power leds, the resistor circuit becomes more and more inefficient. A buckpuck (led driver) will have very high efficiency (90 - 95%). A resistor circuit will drain the battery faster than a driver circuit.
So I just tried a similar build but I got a momentary switch and the momentary to latching converter. The saber turns on but won't turn off unless I pull one of the AAAs out. If I unplug the blade LED, the LED on the switch will turn on and off, but once I connect the blade LED it turns on but not off. It will dim a tiny bit when I press the switch. Any idea why?
+sailhatan27 I'm not sure, but it sounds like there might be an issue with the wiring, or the switch. Please post on the forums and a few of us can try and help.
Hi. 1) Нou use Laser LED or Gree LED or any ? 2 ) How many watt LED 1w or 3w? 3 ) How many lumens per LED ? 4) How many amps in LED ? 5 ) How many degrees lens ? 5 ?
Diman BoomiX Usually we use 3w LEDs. But you will have to look up the spec sheets for the LED, all the other info is on the item page at TCSS, for instance: www.thecustomsabershop.com/Collimator-Lens-87-deg-viewing-angle-P537.aspx
would that resistor work to run any color? I noticed on the CSS website it says the reds and other colors need to be run at different mah? just kinda stuck on building a saber that can have the module swapped out
I have a 7.4v battery pack an av switch that already has a resistor and a royal blue led as well as deep red led, what resistor would you use for each led?
I'm looking in DIY stores for parts. To get the aluminium tubes for the body of the hilt. What is the standard diameter i should use? (the tickness of the tube)
So I plan on building my own lightsaber but my only problem is, I'm just starting to do this and I have no clue about electronics so I'm kind of in the shitter in here. any help?
I have a couple of questions for creating these (im asking before fully watching the video so i apologize if anything is answered already) 1. I'd like to know if the blade holders are able to use blades from other companies such as say ultrasabers or saberforge 2. If i were to build a lightsaber hilt through TCSS would it be durable enough to participate in heavy dueling such as other company hilts that are made for dueling I'd really like to make my own design and any information anyone can give me regarding my questions would be greatly appreciated. Im new to this hobby and i really want to make a decision I'd be satisfied with for my first saber
1. Some people have had issues with Ultrasabers blades being slightly oversized in the past.. not sure currently but generally a 1" blade should be a 1" blade.. 2. Our MHS system is plenty strong enough to dual with.
What is the need for the heatsink? I'm wanting to do this on a budget, and by that I mean the heatsink is my budget. How could I do this with something like a flashlight LED?
thank you! I have another question if you know: I already have a battery pack that fits perfectly in my hilt, but it only has 3 aaa. My LED is 3.5-4v max. Do I need a resistor and is that enough power?
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It's things like that that make me love these videos even more! I already knew how to build a stunt saber and yet I still watched the whole thing! It's because of the little tips and tricks you can learn. It is amazing what you can discover every day in this hobby! Thank you Madcow!
My pleasure!
I've been ordering stuff from you guys for years. Ty so much for what you do. Don't ever change.
Thank you very much, sir! I am repairing and simplifying an old lightsaber with a really cool hilt design and this video was very helpful. I'll update how it goes.
Glad it helps! We know the components being used a bit outdated and if you come across any issues-- we have your back! Feel free to reach out to us!
@@TheCustomSaberShop Thanks! I have an old Ultrasabers frankensaber that I got on Ebay because it had started to break down. I took one of the two LEDs out of the circuit since it was just in the way. I'm hoping the blade LED won't burn out, but the module is obsolete and I can't find the forward voltage anywhere, so just throwing my best guess of the resistor on it. Ordering replacement parts from you just in case. That LED calculator was extremely helpful. If all goes well I will definitely be making my own stunt saber, it's such a great group activity! Thanks a bunch! :)
this is soooo good! specially for someone like me who is just really starting. thank you for your videos and sharing it!
Excellent stuff! I want to build one now. I'll have to wait till my budget recovers from the last one I purchased, though...
Excellent video, really helpful. Might now brave buying some electronics along with my saber!
This is excellent. Thank you. However, it'll be hard to build a saber from parts that CSS doesn't have in stock
okay this is helpful, broke one i purchased from ultrasabers, but i look forward to smithing it back to performance. but i also intend to install sound. thank you
Can you make a video on how to add sound to a already Assembled basic saber.
Very good video. Good explanations. Great job at editing out the repetitious parts of the job.
Was looking forward to building my own, but a lot of parts are out of stock, including all 5 types on hilt bodies.
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Rob, I know most Sabers are built for Dueling but I would like to know if you can do an instructional video on how to hardwire a saber so you can use it as lamp. I know it would require a step-down converter but it would be nice to see it visually done.
I would ask on the forum. I've not experimented with that idea.
Rob Petkau Thanks Rob! If you ever get the itch to experiment, I'd like to see a video!
Should I use electrical tape throughout the interior so the electronics don't conduct through the handle of the hilt? That way I won't get shocked
The lens holder link is set to the default.aspx page. I think that's the only part I will need to be set on working my first saber!
+Scud The lens holder is no longer required with the new optic holder. but you can also use this:
www.thecustomsabershop.com/CreeRebel-Lens-Holder-P999.aspx
I didn’t get one with a retention hole or screw. Is there any other way to keep my blade in? Like some sort of other way to add to my hilt to hold it in? I don’t have power tools to make my own hole
Any plans to upload videos of more specific things like wiring up illuminated switches to a battery pack or wiring a momentary to latching converter?
Those are great ideas! Now on the list.
Rob Petkau Great to hear! Loving the series so far, I've watched through them all a few times at this stage and feel about a million times more confident about diving into my first build.
I'm going to assume that this possitioning of the resistor would work for a stunt saber that also includes a lit switch.
The planned wire run goes from the battery to the switch via a resistor then to a buckpuck and the LED before looping back around to the negative terminal.
Question is, does that resistor need to be there or is the buckpuck going to take care of that? Switch LED is wired so it turns on when the blade LED is on, not when power is in the saber.
It needs to be 2 seperate circuits. So you may want to put your resistor for the switch LED on the negative leg so that you don't have reduced current for your main blade LED
What all does a resistor do? I have googled but I haven't found much that made sense all ive found is that it is a transformer of sorts
+Jacob Marks It keeps the voltage in a target range.
Should you use a resistor if you are using a rechargeable 18650 instead of four AAAs?
wow this seems ridiculously easy. i might do this myself!
Last time i wanted to use this site I was so lost... glad there are tutorials now :)
This is soooooo good! I part way to finishing my super basic PVC hilt! Now I just need the electronics and stuff! Was thinking of getting the 18650 batt but will hold off. Was thinking of getting those LED strips (144) from ali but I don't know what to do to wire that up. Can you do a tut on a stunt saber with the ws2812b LED strips?
Does the led come with that metal peace that he screwed the led into?
+DR.DORK75 If I understand your question - no. The Heatsink and blade holder are sparate
Ok in the MHS builder it does not allow me to change the pattern of the powder coating it only gives me the option of solid coloring. is there any way to get it to show me different options?
Great video! It's given me the confidence to finally try my own build.
I was wondering if it would be possible to do a lit AV latching switch instead of the guarded latching? Would much need to be changed?
J. Edward Paul Hi, Thanks for the feedback. It is possible to sub in a lit AV latching switch, but the better solution is to use the Momentary to latching converter, and a momentary AV switch:
th-cam.com/video/M6OUwGikWKg/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the response, I really appreciate it. Watching the vid now
Ok i understand this video is old but what if i wanted to add a crystal housing chamber with led set up can i still use the triple a batteries or do i need to switch to lithium reason i ask i have never done electronics i have no clue about what output i would need and lithium batterys scare me because any resistance and it explods
could you guys put a list on the website if all the parts that are required or list them some where
Can I use like a laser sword soundboard so I don’t have to spend 50 buying one
good work young padwan you did
Do you guys sell those helping hands too?
Would you be willing/able to do a video on how to do a purple LED blade?
Done!
th-cam.com/video/8CWIKMi-63c/w-d-xo.html
+Rob Petkau I don't know why I never got a notification that you replied. Oops. Guess it's a good thing I didn't try to build my saber until now. Thanks for the video.
Would it be possible to wire up a lightsaber like this but leave an option open to be able to add sound to it? Or would that be more difficult
+Aron Griffin Yes- you can always take it apart and put new stuff in
what resistor would you use for a red led when using two 3.7 trustfire batteries
It depends on the spec sheet for the particular red LED you are using. Then you can use ohms law, or just cheat and go here: led.linear1.org/1led.wiz You'll most likely end up with a 5.6 ohm 5 watt or close.
im going to be building one of these in the next few days, but with a 18650 and a recharge port, where would the recharge port go into this setup. Also can i light up the led that is in the switch i have by just taking a feed from the power, put a resistor in place and then feed back to negative?
+crossy28 Yes the second question. For the recharge port, you really need to map out where things will fit and plan your recharge port for your saber. Each is a little different.
Hey Rob, I was wondering if you know which resistor type is best for a 16mm Av red ring momentary switch from TCSS would be. It is 2.0v and runs on 20ma. by the way, the video was a big help for a beginner like me.
dude thank you so much im only in high school but i want to acquire my lightsaber as close to how the jedi did it. Building it themselves. i know next to nothing about electronics but im so exited
can you make a basic saber with a 16mm light up switch without soldering using a buckpuck and jst connectors
+nunchuckerz I don't think so - you'll need to solder
Could I make a little crystal chamber inside?
Certainly
This is great..Thanks to this vid Im gonna give this a try..BTW: How does TCSS blades stack up to UltraSabers & Master Replicas stock sabers?Just curious.Thanks
MUCH stronger than MR/Hasbro FX. I have not compared to US or others. This might help.
th-cam.com/video/cqIQ8lkZC3g/w-d-xo.html
Hey I want to make a yellow saber but can't find yellow(unless amber is yellow)
sooo can you use the electronics on a saberforge hilt?
and an ultra saber one too?
if i used this build to make a custom colour from a multi-colour led would I have a separate resister on each line or one based on the full voltage needed?
+Samuel Jurewicz It depends - but most likely one resistor for each dice one the LED
+Rob Petkau thank you for the quick reply. I see in the list of supplies a socket head but I don't see in the video it being used. Did I just miss it or is it something that didn't make the cut for this video? Thank you for your time.
+Samuel Jurewicz Blade retention screw
Where do you get the heatsink.
I have an arbiter initiate from saberforge, it's just a chassis. Can I use that. Their is nothing in it.
+Vincent Dandrea I'm sure you can, may have to be creative.
+Rob Petkau I maybe can I just have to be careful cause the top hilt doesn't come off
Can i use a red orange luxeon with 3 aaa batteries?
Brian Harris Sure, but you'll need a resistor
To make the blade - pink (for my daughter) - do you need a different LED - or does it get bored different? Or a different resistor?
are the customsabershop electronics compatible with ultrasaber hilt parts?
I ended up with a 12v 24w led strip. What should I do for power?
For building a basic saber in 2020 is this video still accurate considering it was 5 years ago?
Can I use my own custom hilt and improvise a little and use the same wiring and stuff
Evan Bringold Absolutely!
Rob Petkau if so, will we need a heatsink?
chompy101 Yes
ok, thanks.
I need a tube for my handle for practicing....
Can they be shipped to Brazil?
Is it necessary to use a resistor if you have an AV switch with a light up ring wouldn't that be a resistor already ?
+James O'Dowd The light-up ring is in fact an LED. The switch info should tell you the properties of the LED and you can calculate the right resistor for your battery.
Does getting a different color LED change the kind of resistor I need?
When will TCSS get their parts back in stock almost ever mhs part is sold out and I wanna build a saber
would it be advisable to also pre-tin the contact area on the led as well?
+GOOGLE STAHP PLZ Yes
id like to use the 18650 battery with the rest of this setup. what more goes into this setup? anything extra versus the 4AA better setup?
Is there a video showing how to do this with the clips instead of soldering it?
Not that I'm aware of
So a buckpuck is basically a resistor, but it has wires? Is it wired in the same way?
Appriciate this video alot great stuff! question what do you feel about a retention screw for the LED unit? also personally i feel these universal AA battery holders are super weak for the kind of impacts a stunt endures during dueling/spinning, i feel a 3.7 single battery holder solution + 3D printed chasis/ PCV chasis works so much better for stunts, what is your opinion on this as a saber builder?
+the Rebel Scum channel It really all depends on how you build. With a screw for the LED unit it's not necessary.
I am someone who will go the cheapest route aslong as quality does not fault,with the blade will this saber be under 105$?can I spar with it?
+assassin guy It might be close on price, and yes you can fight with it.
does it matter what gauge wire you use? if so, what gauge wire is being used in this video?
instead of the light turning on instantly like a flashlight, how do you make it fade in like the MR lightsabers?
That is a function of the Plecter Labs sound card
this is good. but how yo build a 3Led saber with sound , everything in there , like the star war 7 movie,.
+freeman jack Complex - but possible. New tech is coming from Plecter Labs for exactly that
How easily could I do this build in a sink tube? I want to see if I would enjoy it and dont want to get to invested.
Any way to get higher output batteries to run more, brighter LEDs? I'd like to make a 12 watt total unit eventually.
+Rowan Gallagher Try a single 18650 Lithium ion
+Rob Petkau what type of resistor is that
+Rob Petkau please help me with this. You're my only hope
+It's all for comments use ohms law
Use of resistors on these LED’s is hella simple. Yes, ohm’s law, but if you just spend a little bit figuring that out, you’ll realize you only need like... 2 different ohm-age resistors (Assuming we are using a 3.7v 18650... I generally use a 1.25 ohm/3 watt for red Cree diodes... and 0.5 ohm for blues... and nothing for Greens - however you could use a 0.5 ohm on the greens as well to be ‘safe’). Rob has a video concerning resistors from these video series too.
I watched this video and felt confident but my soldering work is crap. Got the job done but it's there a "right" temperature?
So the LED module just rests between the switch and the blade holder?
+Eric Tysor No - the MHS parts are designed to hold it tight when threaded together
+Rob Petkau OK thanks! Since the hilt parts are sold out at TCCS, I'm looking at other materials to make a hilt... (PVC, Sink Pipe, etc) guess I have to get creative. :)
so i have a 3w red led and an 18650 battery, what resistor do i need?
+Brandon Ball Depends on the max capacity of your specific LED. Look that up and then use an online resistor calculator
+Rob Petkau yeah, have since discovered these things but thanks for the reply, appreciate it.
could i do this with an empty maglite flashlight?
How bout the sound boards?
So you can use a 1ohm resister rather than a buckpuck? What's the difference? If anyone knows. Thanks
+Shawn “Gun Nerd” Tannehill. Note that the resistor value (ohms) and power rating (watts) is determined by driver voltage & current. Resistors will work fine however as you move into higher power leds, the resistor circuit becomes more and more inefficient. A buckpuck (led driver) will have very high efficiency (90 - 95%). A resistor circuit will drain the battery faster than a driver circuit.
I can't find where u put where u got dat stuff
mary Rue What stuff?
So I just tried a similar build but I got a momentary switch and the momentary to latching converter. The saber turns on but won't turn off unless I pull one of the AAAs out. If I unplug the blade LED, the LED on the switch will turn on and off, but once I connect the blade LED it turns on but not off. It will dim a tiny bit when I press the switch. Any idea why?
+sailhatan27 Did you buy the correct momentary to latching converter for your 6v setup?
Yes I bought the 4.5 to 20v converter and I bought the resistor you posted in the description. The one they sent me looks a lot bigger though
+sailhatan27 I'm not sure, but it sounds like there might be an issue with the wiring, or the switch. Please post on the forums and a few of us can try and help.
When you all going to have more parts?
+Shawn Pierce Stock is being added every week. Thanks for your patience.
+Rob Petkau thanks I really want to start a built
What was the 4th link under Electronics/Wiring supposed to be the link is broken/dead.
+Will Dooley Lens holder. Use this now:
www.thecustomsabershop.com/CreeRebel-Lens-Holder-P999.aspx
Thank you
Hi.
1) Нou use Laser LED or Gree LED or any ?
2 ) How many watt LED 1w or 3w?
3 ) How many lumens per LED ?
4) How many amps in LED ?
5 ) How many degrees lens ? 5 ?
Diman BoomiX Usually we use 3w LEDs. But you will have to look up the spec sheets for the LED, all the other info is on the item page at TCSS, for instance:
www.thecustomsabershop.com/Collimator-Lens-87-deg-viewing-angle-P537.aspx
Rob Petkau thank you! But how many lumens in you LED ?
Diman BoomiX you'll have to look up the LED specs for that info
How do i get the cap under the Collimator Lens 8.7
Of?
Does anyone know the typical battery life with a saber of this kind?
Hi Rob. If these LEDs need 4 volts, why would a 3.7 volt 18650 cell be better than the 6 volts provided by four AAA batteries? Thanks!
could i use a blade from a different blade if i wanted to, and how long does shipping usually take?
Not sure what you mean. Most 1" blades will fit
how long does shipping usually take
Contact sales@thecustomsabershop.com for that info
Were would you have the hole for the switch drilled? 2 inches from the top of the hilt?
It depends entirely on your design and your plan for the internals.
can these be shipped to the UK
+Kris Neillie Yes
how do I know which kind of wire I need, and which wire goes where?
would that resistor work to run any color? I noticed on the CSS website it says the reds and other colors need to be run at different mah? just kinda stuck on building a saber that can have the module swapped out
+Eddie Williams All the new Cree XPE2 LEDs can be run at one amp (1000 mA) You have to find the right resistor for your LED
I have a 7.4v battery pack an av switch that already has a resistor and a royal blue led as well as deep red led, what resistor would you use for each led?
And they are both rebels
+Eddie Williams Read up on the max current in mA, and then use an online resitor calculator for LEDs
where is a good place to get helping hands?
Amazon, Radio shack etc.
I'm looking in DIY stores for parts.
To get the aluminium tubes for the body of the hilt.
What is the standard diameter i should use? (the tickness of the tube)
Canagann I know this is 4 years old but 1” is what most companies use
would it be possible to install a recharge port with this setup?
I think he made a Video about that but i dont know exactly.
Where would you get thermal tape since The Custom Saber Shop is sold out...
+Tyler Gaylord It should be back in stock very soon
So I plan on building my own lightsaber but my only problem is, I'm just starting to do this and I have no clue about electronics so I'm kind of in the shitter in here. any help?
You can do it. It's why I made these vids. You can also get a lot of help by joining the forum at TCSS
how much does this all cost?
What would that basic set up cost because, in the video you say it's under $100. I am wanting to get it for my boys.
Do you ship parts to Mexico? :3
+Chaplain7GabRiel Yes TCSS ships worldwide
And we love them for that, thanks. :D
Rob i'm planning on buying a blade from the customsabershop. Which is the best blade on the site?
+Gavin Leeth It depends what you like. I advise people to order several blades to compare. Shipping is nearly the same.
Ok thanks will do.
I have a couple of questions for creating these (im asking before fully watching the video so i apologize if anything is answered already)
1. I'd like to know if the blade holders are able to use blades from other companies such as say ultrasabers or saberforge
2. If i were to build a lightsaber hilt through TCSS would it be durable enough to participate in heavy dueling such as other company hilts that are made for dueling
I'd really like to make my own design and any information anyone can give me regarding my questions would be greatly appreciated. Im new to this hobby and i really want to make a decision I'd be satisfied with for my first saber
1. Some people have had issues with Ultrasabers blades being slightly oversized in the past.. not sure currently but generally a 1" blade should be a 1" blade..
2. Our MHS system is plenty strong enough to dual with.
What is the need for the heatsink? I'm wanting to do this on a budget, and by that I mean the heatsink is my budget. How could I do this with something like a flashlight LED?
LEDs usually dont need heatsinks cause they dont heat up that much
thank you! I have another question if you know: I already have a battery pack that fits perfectly in my hilt, but it only has 3 aaa. My LED is 3.5-4v max. Do I need a resistor and is that enough power?
you can use a 10 ohm resistor on your positive line but just experiment to get the best results
ok. so you think 3 aaa batteries is enough power?
not really sure but it should be, but trial and error should do the trick
Hi, i'm using a Luxeon led (3 watt) with 4 batteries AA. Can i ask you what kind of resistor should I use and where can I buy it? Thanks!
HUNTER3902 I use the same battery set up and I used 0.47 ohm 5w 10% wire wound resistor. bought from radio shack.
If I'm using this tutorial for my Graflex 2.0 and I want to use the switch that comes with the kit do I need to change the resistor?
Nope
+Rob Petkau can you check if I did my calculation correct for my resistor I need a 4ohm? (6-3.2)/(700/1000)=4ohm
4 ohm for 700 mA, 2.8 for 1000 mA
+Rob Petkau I'm using a royal blue luxeon led and graflex 2.0 switch and 6 v 4 triple a battery holder? Did I do my calculations right?
yes
I think the lens holder link is broken
chompy101 also, how much wire will we need?
chompy101 Use this one
www.thecustomsabershop.com/CreeRebel-Lens-Holder-P999.aspx
chompy101 Depending on your colours I would get 2 feet of each colour just to be sure
How expensive is to build a lightsaber like this?
+Ray Herver under $100
+Rob Petkau little less
+Ray Herver if you already have a chassis like i do the cost for this is under 40 dollars. If you dont have a chassis its like 60 dollars