This is a step by step guide on how to build your own modern LED lamp from a 3D model, using a laser cutter and some simple electrical components . I actually used this as an architectural model but the end result creates a pretty sweet lamp. The design that is attached it slightly different from what is in the pictures. What is pictured is actually my design for a highrise apartment building in chicago. This guide takes you through all the steps necessary, feel free try out your own shapes. What is attached is only a sample of a possible shape.
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Signing UpStep 1: Get all the materials
you will need a few things for this build. start by getting all these items.
4 sheets of 1/8" thick 18" x 24" acrylic - (not 1/8 but close enough) http://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/sheet-acrylic/clear-acrylic/100-18-x-24-clear-acrylic/p-1458022-c-7552.htm
super glue or acrylic adhesive (if using super glue watch for finger prints)
Laser Cutter
4 "AA" battery holder (this one includes a switch which is nice) http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062253
2 ( or how every many you want) LED's http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3060980
resistors ( i used 270 ohm, may change on your set up)
preprinted circuit board,i used this one because it cut down on some soldering http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102845
one can of spray glass frost http://www.menards.com/main/paint/paint/spray-paint/decorative/rust-oleum-specialty-frosted-glass-spray/p-1482521-c-8046.htm
4 sheets of 1/8" thick 18" x 24" acrylic - (not 1/8 but close enough) http://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/sheet-acrylic/clear-acrylic/100-18-x-24-clear-acrylic/p-1458022-c-7552.htm
super glue or acrylic adhesive (if using super glue watch for finger prints)
Laser Cutter
4 "AA" battery holder (this one includes a switch which is nice) http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062253
2 ( or how every many you want) LED's http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3060980
resistors ( i used 270 ohm, may change on your set up)
preprinted circuit board,i used this one because it cut down on some soldering http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102845
one can of spray glass frost http://www.menards.com/main/paint/paint/spray-paint/decorative/rust-oleum-specialty-frosted-glass-spray/p-1482521-c-8046.htm
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Instead of frosting the plastic with a spray, you could also just sand them lightly with a scotch-bright pad. This would save the work of spraying and allowing each coat to dry. It also couldn't scratch or chip off.