http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:43:41 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Lamp-1111-LEDs/
LED Lamp 11×11 LEDs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/LMNH/HI3U0HL7/FYZLMNHHI3U0HL7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/LMNH/HI3U0HL7/FYZLMNHHI3U0HL7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/LMNH/HI3U0HL7/FYZLMNHHI3U0HL7.SMALL.jpg Mayank3 This instructable is about How to make a LED Lamp with 121 LEDs with just 4 simple steps And the Light is very effective to lighten a room and only with a Battery of 6v - 9v.Thing you"ll need -:1. PCB with Holes2. 121 LEDs 3. 9v battery4. 330 ohms5.wire6.soldering iron7.soldering wire null Take l...
By: Mayank3

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Jun 2013 06:57:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Fabric-Flowers/
LED Fabric Flowers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/WBNC/HHS9UJGD/FMQWBNCHHS9UJGD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/WBNC/HHS9UJGD/FMQWBNCHHS9UJGD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/WBNC/HHS9UJGD/FMQWBNCHHS9UJGD.SMALL.jpg hangmfah This is a tutorial on how to make simple fabric flowers. After making the flowesrs, I've provided steps on how to incorporate an LED into the design. Materials Sewing Stuff: 1. Fabric 2. Thread (in a similar color to your fabric) 3. Needle (the longer the better for this project) 4. A button 5....
By: hangmfah

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:54:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Circuit-with-Copper-Tape/
Simple Circuit with Copper Tape - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F04/ELNP/HHS9E7B5/F04ELNPHHS9E7B5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F04/ELNP/HHS9E7B5/F04ELNPHHS9E7B5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F04/ELNP/HHS9E7B5/F04ELNPHHS9E7B5.SMALL.jpg hangmfah This is a super simple project that is a good intruction into circuits, soldering, and LEDS. Materials You will need: 1. A piece of cardboard (any size will do) 2. Copper foil tape (usually for soldering stained glass) 3. Soldering iron 4. Solder 5. LEDs 6. Battery pack 7. Batteries Placi...
By: hangmfah

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:10:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Glowstick/
LED Glowstick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMI/0KZJ/HHS9RULD/FMI0KZJHHS9RULD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMI/0KZJ/HHS9RULD/FMI0KZJHHS9RULD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMI/0KZJ/HHS9RULD/FMI0KZJHHS9RULD.SMALL.jpg waleedbinalim So I finally decided to post my first instructable. Since, I had many LED's in my house I decided to use them starting with a simple Glow-stick that anyone could make as the materials are quite common to find in home this one would be a good instructable. So .......... Lets not waste anymore time an...
By: waleedbinalim

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:07:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-path-lights/
LED path lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/CM9L/HHS9D3GI/F6MCM9LHHS9D3GI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/CM9L/HHS9D3GI/F6MCM9LHHS9D3GI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/CM9L/HHS9D3GI/F6MCM9LHHS9D3GI.SMALL.jpg archangel-of-maching Wife bought some of those outdoor solar led lights. I told myself that I might be able to do something like that, except I wanted it to be cheap and still look good. Think I hit it. But mine isn't solar. Get stuff I already had a lot of this on hand, but you can change materials if need be. You...
By: archangel-of-maching

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 16:07:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lampara-usb-para-teclado/
Keyboard usb lamp - Lampara usb para teclado - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/IKVO/HHS9SIZA/F45IKVOHHS9SIZA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/IKVO/HHS9SIZA/F45IKVOHHS9SIZA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/IKVO/HHS9SIZA/F45IKVOHHS9SIZA.SMALL.jpg chehdez lampara usb para teclado, con piezas resicladas. Materiales Todos los materiales son resiclados: una memoria usb quemada resistencia de 220 ohms o aproximado leds un encendedor flexible (para hacer el cuerpo) un pedacito de baquelita desoldar y medir al utilizar materiales reciclados, es impo...
By: chehdez

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 22:49:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Origami/
LED Origami - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/7IVF/HHS9HOQ7/F5B7IVFHHS9HOQ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/7IVF/HHS9HOQ7/F5B7IVFHHS9HOQ7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/7IVF/HHS9HOQ7/F5B7IVFHHS9HOQ7.SMALL.jpg Maxwells This instructable is an origami flower that is lit up using LED's. In this instructable I show only a flower but you could do many more things. Materials List These are the materials 1 Origami Figure A couple of 3-volt coin-cell batteries Assorted LED's 1 Roll of electrical tape Testing and se...
By: Maxwells

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:55:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-An-Audio-Reactive-LED-Circuit/
Creating An Audio-Reactive LED Circuit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/XQ78/HHS9JZYR/FE0XQ78HHS9JZYR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/XQ78/HHS9JZYR/FE0XQ78HHS9JZYR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/XQ78/HHS9JZYR/FE0XQ78HHS9JZYR.SMALL.jpg cozzbp These instructions will help you learn how to construct an audio-reactive LED circuit.  Familiarity with electronics and soldering is strongly recommended  Barring any circuit errors, the task should take no more than an hour. This circuit can easily be expanded and integrated into other projec...
By: cozzbp

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:58:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Alladins-LED-Lamp/
Alladin's LED Lamp. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/7ECG/HHS9UFKQ/FSP7ECGHHS9UFKQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/7ECG/HHS9UFKQ/FSP7ECGHHS9UFKQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/7ECG/HHS9UFKQ/FSP7ECGHHS9UFKQ.SMALL.jpg Dipankar This is an Alladin Lamp which was used in the 40's and 50's. It was run on Kerosene and had a silk mantel which gave a bright white light. I found it laying in our junk room and it had not been used for a long time. It had a beautiful look so I thought to give it a face lift and use it by converting...
By: Dipankar

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:25:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Flux-Capacitor-omaha-maker-Group/
Flux Capacitor (omaha maker Group) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/QRGY/HHS9KJIO/FKBQRGYHHS9KJIO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/QRGY/HHS9KJIO/FKBQRGYHHS9KJIO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/QRGY/HHS9KJIO/FKBQRGYHHS9KJIO.SMALL.jpg Marty_Moose 1.21 Gigawatts?   Try 9 volts of pure direct current.   It won't transport you through time, but then it isn't exactly going 88mph yet. This was an experiment I did with Bare Paint (conductive paint) in order to see if I could make the ever famous movie prop, the Flux Capacitor. This was done for th...
By: Marty_Moose

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:48:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-powered-gameboy-Light-another-project-wit/
Battery powered gameboy Light: another project with SUGRU - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/AIN7/HHS9Q8M7/FJ3AIN7HHS9Q8M7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/AIN7/HHS9Q8M7/FJ3AIN7HHS9Q8M7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/AIN7/HHS9Q8M7/FJ3AIN7HHS9Q8M7.SMALL.jpg jrichardson16 We love them, we game with them, and they stand as one of the greatest mobile consoles off all time. But you still can't play them in the dark. In this project I fix one of the Gameboy colour's  most annoying flaws without the use of the unreliable, damaging and invasive frontlight mod and with the ...
By: jrichardson16

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:00:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Glowing-Sugru-pendant-for-Burning-Man-2013/
Glowing Sugru pendant (for Burning Man 2013) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/UAD2/HHMI5A0T/F3XUAD2HHMI5A0T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/UAD2/HHMI5A0T/F3XUAD2HHMI5A0T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3X/UAD2/HHMI5A0T/F3XUAD2HHMI5A0T.SMALL.jpg OrenLederman In this Instructable I'll explain how create a glowing pendant made out of simple materials. No engineering/programming skills are requires, though you will need to know how to do some basic soldering. I've spent a lot of time trying out different variations for this pendant, and this one is my fav...
By: OrenLederman

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Jun 2013 09:30:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Name-Plate/
LED Name Plate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/5U8T/HHMFDITP/FEB5U8THHMFDITP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/5U8T/HHMFDITP/FEB5U8THHMFDITP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/5U8T/HHMFDITP/FEB5U8THHMFDITP.SMALL.jpg No_Limits Well this was supposed to be a piece of wood milled out by a CNC but after several clamp and other issues I decided to write on plexi-glass with sharpie. This can be greatly modified to make more intricate but due to my lack of experience and first time upload to instructables I'm in a learning expe...
By: No_Limits

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 6 Jun 2013 15:56:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-The-Prototype-mask/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVL/JVJK/HHJOM9JZ/FVLJVJKHHJOM9JZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVL/JVJK/HHJOM9JZ/FVLJVJKHHJOM9JZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVL/JVJK/HHJOM9JZ/FVLJVJKHHJOM9JZ.SMALL.jpg macobt I was inspired by the movie ''The Prototype'' to make this mask. Paper strips and mix of water and flour is the main stuf to make this mask. I use old halogen bulbs and inside them I putt leds conected to battery with switch. Make sure you subscribe for more awesome videos from the macobt projects!...
By: macobt

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 6 Jun 2013 01:12:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-saber-knitting-needles/
Lightsaber knitting needles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/LEI0/HH2W0B7L/FQMLEI0HH2W0B7L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/LEI0/HH2W0B7L/FQMLEI0HH2W0B7L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/LEI0/HH2W0B7L/FQMLEI0HH2W0B7L.SMALL.jpg Random_Canadian An Epic Battle With Every Stitch... I will not embarrass you with my poor knitting but maybe someone out there can "give me a hand! Right?" I will however show a cast on at night in a darkened room with the lights off! I made a second set at 8 inches length for the pocket size contest! And a thi...
By: Random_Canadian

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Jun 2013 21:37:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Uncle-Fester-Magic-Light-Bulb/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/MDK4/HH2VY0GC/F22MDK4HH2VY0GC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/MDK4/HH2VY0GC/F22MDK4HH2VY0GC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/MDK4/HH2VY0GC/F22MDK4HH2VY0GC.SMALL.jpg macobt I was inspired by TV show ''Adams Family'' where Uncle Fester light a bulb with his body,so I decide to make magic light bulb that lights when you want. You will need basic skills of soldering some materials like Leds,resistor,reed switch and 23A 12 volt battery. Make sure you subscribe for more a...
By: macobt

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Jun 2013 09:56:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Pocket-Torch/
Simple Pocket Torch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F73/O3LK/HH2VN1CO/F73O3LKHH2VN1CO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F73/O3LK/HH2VN1CO/F73O3LKHH2VN1CO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F73/O3LK/HH2VN1CO/F73O3LKHH2VN1CO.SMALL.jpg robodude95 List of Parts Required :- 9V Battery LED Small PCB Push button Switch 1K Resistor Rubber Band Tools :- Soldering Iron Solder Connections The connections are very simple and requires very little soldering. Final Assembly Tape or stick a small piece of cardboard over the battery surface so ...
By: robodude95

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Jun 2013 05:42:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/my-rechargeable-light-easy-to-make-please-comment/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVT/EFL4/HHCEJVV6/FVTEFL4HHCEJVV6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVT/EFL4/HHCEJVV6/FVTEFL4HHCEJVV6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVT/EFL4/HHCEJVV6/FVTEFL4HHCEJVV6.SMALL.jpg usman asif things u need  battery wires 1mobile jack 2 resistor 1diode
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Jun 2013 01:15:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Utah-Utes-LED-Decor/
Utah Utes LED Decor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F88/HPPR/HH2VWFJ6/F88HPPRHH2VWFJ6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F88/HPPR/HH2VWFJ6/F88HPPRHH2VWFJ6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F88/HPPR/HH2VWFJ6/F88HPPRHH2VWFJ6.SMALL.jpg shippityboppity Game Day Beacon! Go UTES!  Introduction I started this project to learn about electronics, soldering, and circuits. The LED array is a pretty simple place to start because there isn't many elements. Soldering was a challenge for me at first but by the end of this I'm not too bad. I will share what...
By: shippityboppity

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 13:41:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tip31-LEDs-glowing-tube/
Tip31 + LEDs glowing tube - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2C/4B2G/HH2VMOJK/F2C4B2GHH2VMOJK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2C/4B2G/HH2VMOJK/F2C4B2GHH2VMOJK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2C/4B2G/HH2VMOJK/F2C4B2GHH2VMOJK.SMALL.jpg 1manwolfpack A very cool glowing tube that will beat to your music. A simple build with a very cool end product. The second photo is a simplified mini version of this project. Use it as a reference or ignore it completely. It sure helped me with this build. Components ************PARTS************** 1     tip...
By: 1manwolfpack

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 May 2013 22:16:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Trunk-Light/
LED Trunk Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/S88S/HH2VM6SZ/FIIS88SHH2VM6SZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/S88S/HH2VM6SZ/FIIS88SHH2VM6SZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/S88S/HH2VM6SZ/FIIS88SHH2VM6SZ.SMALL.jpg jtotheon To change your light in your trunk to be brighter and clearer. I added a second light in parallel electrically. Purchase light The light should have a socket adapter to fit your car, choose the appropriate socket Solder the additional light in parallel make sure you test the polarities.  LEDs...
By: jtotheon

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 08:42:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-a-1-ATTiny-to-drive-addressable-RGB-LEDs/
Use a $1 ATTiny to drive addressable RGB LEDs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/JU4H/HH2VZG1C/FJ7JU4HHH2VZG1C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/JU4H/HH2VZG1C/FJ7JU4HHH2VZG1C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/JU4H/HH2VZG1C/FJ7JU4HHH2VZG1C.SMALL.jpg danasf Arduinos are wonderful and easy to work with, but there are some projects where you need a microcontroller, or want to add some interactivity but don't really want to dedicate a $20-30 board! At a little over $1/each (less in bulk) the ATTiny85 is a great chip for the job: it has 6 I/O pins and is ...
By: danasf

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 May 2013 14:57:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/2-Minute-Mini-Flashlight/
2 Minute Mini Flashlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/KBNO/HH2VFG8R/FOJKBNOHH2VFG8R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/KBNO/HH2VFG8R/FOJKBNOHH2VFG8R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/KBNO/HH2VFG8R/FOJKBNOHH2VFG8R.SMALL.jpg A14 - Empty Lead Refill box - Wire - 3 LED's - 2032 Battery - Reset Button Connecting LED's, Switch and Battery First, I connected leds in parallels. Then open groove in the bottom of the container, next i run the wire through the container and make final connections.(Tape down everything) Test R...
By: A14

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 May 2013 13:00:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/8X8X8-LED-Cube/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHV/KRA2/HH2VN2RB/FHVKRA2HH2VN2RB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHV/KRA2/HH2VN2RB/FHVKRA2HH2VN2RB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHV/KRA2/HH2VN2RB/FHVKRA2HH2VN2RB.SMALL.jpg mrsyfy Here is my take on this project. I have updated the protype board to stacked PC Arduino boards. In addition I made PC boards for the LED to mount to underneath the display top. I also mirrored the case on the bottom and the back of the cube enclosure. All of the LED leads attached to the stacked boa...
By: mrsyfy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 May 2013 14:08:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Flash-Light/
Altoids Flash Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/THTS/HH2VZFGW/FKYTHTSHH2VZFGW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/THTS/HH2VZFGW/FKYTHTSHH2VZFGW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/THTS/HH2VZFGW/FKYTHTSHH2VZFGW.SMALL.jpg Maxwells This is a simple and easy to build flash light for beginners. Materials List The parts you need are: 1 Altoids tin 1 Ultra-Bright LED 1 Foot of wire 1 Roll of electrical tape 1 Switch 2 AA batteries 1 AA battery holder that holds two 1 Utility knife 1 Drill You can use either alligator clips or ...
By: Maxwells

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 May 2013 11:50:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/NES-Controller-Night-Light-in-Resin/
NES Controller Night Light in Resin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/N9NP/HH2VJDAK/F4IN9NPHH2VJDAK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/N9NP/HH2VJDAK/F4IN9NPHH2VJDAK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/N9NP/HH2VJDAK/F4IN9NPHH2VJDAK.SMALL.jpg lonesoulsurfer How to mod a NES controller and turn it into a night light. Anyone who was lucky enough to own a NES (Nintendo Entertainment System) will remember the sheer joy of playing games on this ground breaking system.  I got mine in 1987 (the year it was released in Australia) for my 13th birthday (yes I a...
By: lonesoulsurfer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 May 2013 06:01:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/12V-Sleeping-Lamp/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/XM0H/HH2VMZCW/FEHXM0HHH2VMZCW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/XM0H/HH2VMZCW/FEHXM0HHH2VMZCW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/XM0H/HH2VMZCW/FEHXM0HHH2VMZCW.SMALL.jpg ardmatrik Made of: 1. 1W smd 3.7V Cool White LED 2. Wire 3. Plastic vase 4. Hot Cup - white/fog color 5. PVC pipe 6. Slide switch Support Material & Tools: 1. Super glue/5minute 1 tonne hardex 2. Cutter 3. Mini project saw 4. Driller Mine the power supply is from 12V solar system. Total power ~4Watt
By: ardmatrik

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 May 2013 17:10:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-LED-Retrofitting/
Cheap LED Retrofitting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/8FSU/HH2VKYRN/FH78FSUHH2VKYRN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/8FSU/HH2VKYRN/FH78FSUHH2VKYRN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/8FSU/HH2VKYRN/FH78FSUHH2VKYRN.SMALL.jpg indiantinker Ah! In this instructable i will describe how you can convert those old small tube lights in better and more efficient LED Lights that doesn`t even hurt your pocket! As we all know LED`s are - good, long lasting,efficient and easy to play with! Let me share a small anecdote: I had this really small ...
By: indiantinker

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 May 2013 12:07:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Blinkies-Revisiting-the-LED-Throwie/
Blinkies! Revisiting the LED Throwie. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/9GP8/HH2LF69E/FXV9GP8HH2LF69E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/9GP8/HH2LF69E/FXV9GP8HH2LF69E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/9GP8/HH2LF69E/FXV9GP8HH2LF69E.SMALL.jpg MakersBox It's been a while since I stumbled across LED Throwies. I had never been compelled enough to build one, but then I stumbled across RGB blinking LEDs at Adafruit. There must be a dozen instructables on Throwies, but I've done a couple of tweaks to the original project and wanted to share it, so here ...
By: MakersBox

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 19:40:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Flashy-Bongos/
Flashy Bongos - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/O9MU/HH11A53C/FZ6O9MUHH11A53C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/O9MU/HH11A53C/FZ6O9MUHH11A53C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/O9MU/HH11A53C/FZ6O9MUHH11A53C.SMALL.jpg maxalexpeter Have you ever wished your bongos lit up when you hit them? I know I have. The sensational feeling of light massaging your eyes can be yours with the single press and release of the leathery bongo chest. Indeed, the artistic design, carefully orchestrated, helps to illuminate your surroundings with a...
By: maxalexpeter

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 18:41:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-Arduino-functions-with-a-USB-controller-n/
Control Arduino functions with a USB controller, no soldering required- I made it at TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE3/OBEW/HGZO2EPC/FE3OBEWHGZO2EPC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE3/OBEW/HGZO2EPC/FE3OBEWHGZO2EPC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE3/OBEW/HGZO2EPC/FE3OBEWHGZO2EPC.SMALL.jpg khietman Earlier this year I decided that it would be fun to use my wired Xbox 360 controller to control Arduino projects- in this case, an RGB LED. However, the most commonly used method to do so involves accessing the electronics inside the controller to directly interface it with the Arduino. I decided to...
By: khietman

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 16:15:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Giant-hot-glue-LEDs-I-made-it-at-TechShop/
Giant hot glue LEDs- I made it at TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP5/7C3N/HGZNWKYN/FP57C3NHGZNWKYN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP5/7C3N/HGZNWKYN/FP57C3NHGZNWKYN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP5/7C3N/HGZNWKYN/FP57C3NHGZNWKYN.SMALL.jpg khietman Sometimes you just want some really big LEDs! It's no problem to go out and buy some that are slightly larger than your standard 5mm LED, but if it's something larger that you desire for a project then the quick and easy solution is, as always, hot glue. It's a fairly straightforward and inexpensive...
By: khietman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 18:31:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Universal-box-for-flashing-LEDs-to-music/
Universal box for flashing LED's to music - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/LTJ4/HGU2EMH4/FGHLTJ4HGU2EMH4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/LTJ4/HGU2EMH4/FGHLTJ4HGU2EMH4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/LTJ4/HGU2EMH4/FGHLTJ4HGU2EMH4.SMALL.jpg Dufva Alright, in this Instructable I will show you how to create a box for making any led flash to music. The difficulty of this is a bit above average of understanding. BUT, i will try and make this as easy as possible, so anyone can build it! This box will be universal, and you can hook up any lighti...
By: Dufva

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 14:43:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3W-LED-Hat-Lamp-Update-PWM-Dimmer-Circuit/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/3T32/HGU2PJ9A/FCJ3T32HGU2PJ9A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/3T32/HGU2PJ9A/FCJ3T32HGU2PJ9A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/3T32/HGU2PJ9A/FCJ3T32HGU2PJ9A.SMALL.jpg hanlin_y The hat lamp I previously designed had 3 brightness settings. I thought including a PWM dimmer would make it useful for dark adaptation and extending battery life. Using a dim setting for a warm color would be melatonin friendly when reading at night. In this circuit, I used SMD components which al...
By: hanlin_y

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 12:08:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Interactive-Whiteboard/
Interactive Whiteboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/UIZ5/HGU2JWQ0/FYIUIZ5HGU2JWQ0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/UIZ5/HGU2JWQ0/FYIUIZ5HGU2JWQ0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/UIZ5/HGU2JWQ0/FYIUIZ5HGU2JWQ0.SMALL.jpg SamirN This project will be teaching you how to make a whiteboard with interchangeable pieces that can spin or light up certain parts of the board. This adds a fun element to drawing and allows it to become more interactive because it is no longer static but has moving and changing parts. Materials: Acryl...
By: SamirN

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 23:30:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RGB-Fast-and-Slow-Flashing-Throwies/
RGB Fast and Slow Flashing Throwies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/9O6O/HGU2PH73/F789O6OHGU2PH73.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/9O6O/HGU2PH73/F789O6OHGU2PH73.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/9O6O/HGU2PH73/F789O6OHGU2PH73.SMALL.jpg mytinkerbot601 Here it is!! A Fast or Slow flashing Led Throwie that will light up any room! They are so bright and will be perfect for any projects with kids. We tested them in our lab and they will last for weeks (non-stop) with a small powerful CR2032 Coin cell battery. The LED flashes red, green, and blue! On...
By: mytinkerbot601

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 19:21:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Simple-Adjustable-LED-Driver-or-Laser-Driver/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/EM5O/HGU2EFLV/F6IEM5OHGU2EFLV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/EM5O/HGU2EFLV/F6IEM5OHGU2EFLV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/EM5O/HGU2EFLV/F6IEM5OHGU2EFLV.SMALL.jpg macobt Make your own driver for your led or laser diode,schematic is super simple just 2 components LM317 voltage regulator and adjustable trim pot 50 ohms. The LM317 will be the current regulator,with trimm pot we gona set the desire current. Make sure you subscribe for more awesome videos from the macob...
By: macobt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 14:07:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LEDS-on-220V-AC-GRID-7-8-WATTS-ONLY/
LED'S on 220V AC GRID 7-8 WATTS ONLY - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/X8V0/HGU2DF7V/F84X8V0HGU2DF7V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/X8V0/HGU2DF7V/F84X8V0HGU2DF7V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/X8V0/HGU2DF7V/F84X8V0HGU2DF7V.SMALL.jpg btahir90 IN THIS INSTRUCTABLE I WILL TELL U HOW TO MAHE AN EFFICIENT LIGHT CONSISTS OF LED'S THAT ARE COMMONLY RUN ON DC CIRCUIT. HERE IT WILL WORK ON 220 V AC FROM GRID POWER CONSUMPTION IS 7 TO 8 WATT AND ITS TRANSFORMER LESS. COMPONENTS: • Capacitors 2× 0.47uF 275v AC • Capacitor 1× 10uF 400v AC • Resist...
By: btahir90

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 23:55:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-illuminated-cube/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF9/3GZR/HGU2E1GU/FF93GZRHGU2E1GU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF9/3GZR/HGU2E1GU/FF93GZRHGU2E1GU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF9/3GZR/HGU2E1GU/FF93GZRHGU2E1GU.SMALL.jpg hen1001 I decided to make this quick project to make something that looks pretty cool. I used a 3d printer I have access to but I do not have my own. And I used just  two leds and a coin cell.
By: hen1001

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 14:26:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Light-Painting-Orb-Creator/
Make Your Own Light Painting Orb Creator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/MDIS/HGU2JHW9/FSTMDISHGU2JHW9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/MDIS/HGU2JHW9/FSTMDISHGU2JHW9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/MDIS/HGU2JHW9/FSTMDISHGU2JHW9.SMALL.jpg mazzmn Long exposure night photography can be a fun pass-time especially on a cool summer evening. "Light painting" can make things even more fun. If you've looked into light painting you've no doubt seen Orb's, spherical mystery lights....Orb photos are created by spinning bright LED lights.  This Instru...
By: mazzmn

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 13:23:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Put-a-Cylon-in-it/
Put a Cylon in it! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/AS4N/HGH70WI0/F6KAS4NHGH70WI0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/AS4N/HGH70WI0/F6KAS4NHGH70WI0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/AS4N/HGH70WI0/F6KAS4NHGH70WI0.SMALL.jpg ChrisKnight Last year the comedy sketch show 'Portlandia' made fun of an arts and craft trend, where craft artists would take ordinary items and 'put a bird on it'.  I fell victim to a similar trend in the geek crowd:  Take an ordinary silver item and add LEDs to 'put a cylon in it'.  :) When I saw the Total C...
By: ChrisKnight

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 15:24:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Sized-Nightlight-Low-Voltage-with-Timer/
Pocket-Sized Nightlight, Low Voltage with Timer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA4/QOV1/HGH6S38N/FA4QOV1HGH6S38N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA4/QOV1/HGH6S38N/FA4QOV1HGH6S38N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA4/QOV1/HGH6S38N/FA4QOV1HGH6S38N.SMALL.jpg MrTinkerer This little gadget is for the the little kids. It creates an ever changing palet of colorful lights on the wall and ceiling. It uses the ever popular 555 timer (gateway drug equivalent in electronics) to turn itself off in 15 (+ or - 3) minutes. The voltage in low enough to be battery operated but w...
By: MrTinkerer

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 22:09:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Powered-Heart-Blinky-LED-Pendant-Jewelry/
Solar Powered Heart Blinky LED Pendant Jewelry - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/DMGJ/HGH72JPP/FH0DMGJHGH72JPP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/DMGJ/HGH72JPP/FH0DMGJHGH72JPP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/DMGJ/HGH72JPP/FH0DMGJHGH72JPP.SMALL.jpg lumenjewelry This instructable is for solar powered heart with a pulsing red LED.  It measures about 2" by 1.25", including the USB tab.  It has one hole through the top of the board, making hanging easy.  Wear it as a necklace, earrings, bond on a pin, or hang it in a window.  The possibilities are up to you, a...
By: lumenjewelry

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 19:52:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fading-led/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/1YEE/HGH6S5EL/F8C1YEEHGH6S5EL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/1YEE/HGH6S5EL/F8C1YEEHGH6S5EL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/1YEE/HGH6S5EL/F8C1YEEHGH6S5EL.SMALL.jpg tealk Fading led, circuit its one of the simplest projects using 555 timer and bc547 transistor it only took me about 5 minutes to complete this, actualy whole this instructions and making of circuit last longer than making of circuit so the parts list is : 555 timer                                      ...
By: tealk

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 13:21:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/2-leds-flasher/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/EEPM/HGHC8FD3/FJ6EEPMHGHC8FD3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/EEPM/HGHC8FD3/FJ6EEPMHGHC8FD3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/EEPM/HGHC8FD3/FJ6EEPMHGHC8FD3.SMALL.jpg tealk 2 LED flasher, also one of easy projects in electronics using only 555 timer ,33k resistor, 2x 330 resistor and 10uF capacitor, you can make 2 led  that flash one after another.
By: tealk

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 13:21:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Algae-Scrubber-DIY/
Algae Scrubber DIY - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/6KIA/HGO9IPXV/FJL6KIAHGO9IPXV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/6KIA/HGO9IPXV/FJL6KIAHGO9IPXV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/6KIA/HGO9IPXV/FJL6KIAHGO9IPXV.SMALL.jpg wtie Keeping fish alive in the household environment is not an easy thing to do. The most frustrating part of this hobby, in fact, is the algae problem. If we do not change water on time(as the experts always recommend us to do), the algae will be everywhere! From the bottom of the tank to the side, from...
By: wtie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 11:01:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DJ-NIGHT-RING/
DJ NIGHT RING - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/GXJE/HGH6RHTE/FGSGXJEHGH6RHTE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/GXJE/HGH6RHTE/FGSGXJEHGH6RHTE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/GXJE/HGH6RHTE/FGSGXJEHGH6RHTE.SMALL.jpg CP Sridhar This instructable will let you know how to make hand rings that will light your name or any word you wish in dark !!  i am telling you its damn easy and will take only about 30 mins max if you have everything you will need in hand !! Things You Will Need : 1) 7 Segment LED (8 if you include the do...
By: CP Sridhar

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 23:20:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5mm-Piranha-LED-Installer-Push-Tool-I-made-it-in/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/TYEC/HGU2JH0B/F86TYECHGU2JH0B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/TYEC/HGU2JH0B/F86TYECHGU2JH0B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/TYEC/HGU2JH0B/F86TYECHGU2JH0B.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Background:       The Piranha LED has very good heat dissipation ability due to its body mass.  When integrated to Solderless Breadboard, the metal rail beneath add additional heat dissipating ability.  One tiny problem is the difficulty to push the legs of the Piranha LEDs.  Could we make a tool t...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 19:08:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laptop-Light/
Laptop Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/DQ4E/HGHAP3E5/FP9DQ4EHGHAP3E5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/DQ4E/HGHAP3E5/FP9DQ4EHGHAP3E5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/DQ4E/HGHAP3E5/FP9DQ4EHGHAP3E5.SMALL.jpg dphysics Step 1: Drill Holes Drill 4 holes in the pipe insulation for the LEDs and then cut out a rectangle for the switch. Each hole should be evenly spaced out, we did about 1.5" between each LED.  Step 3: Cut out rectangular hole for the switch. To cut out the rectangular hole, make sure to use ...
By: dphysics

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 09:15:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Charger/
LED Iphone Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/G0SU/HGH70KEI/FYAG0SUHGH70KEI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/G0SU/HGH70KEI/FYAG0SUHGH70KEI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/G0SU/HGH70KEI/FYAG0SUHGH70KEI.SMALL.jpg ledcharger  This is an iphone 4/ ipod charger that is wired with an EL wire. When plugged in, the EL wire will light up with it for easy finding especially in the dark.                 Material List -IPhone Charger -EL Wire with battery box( http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Neon-Glowing-Strobing-Electroluminesc...
By: ledcharger

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