C1ph3r
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I wanted so share with you all a write up i did today for the tail light i am doing on my cb360. I am using a Radiantz Integratorz LED array with a duel element circuit. The Premium Integratorz uses a single, duel color LED for red and amber. The end result is a very dense and concentrated lighting effect for both the red and amber. What we are wanting to accomplish is a high LED count in a concentrated location for the greatest visibility and light output. These LEDs are VERY bright on their own in a single strip but I do not have room for that in my application. So, I wanted to run 2 x 50 LED arrays one on top of the other. Utilizing the Radiantz Integratorz Premium, and a duel element circuit, I get running/brake LEDs in red and turns in amber.
I also created a video of it
here
The great thing about these arrays is that Radiantz has made them in such a way they can be divided into multiple arrays in 5 led increments. They have also added solder points so when you cut them, you get a place to attach wire for a common ground and power for each color.
Also something that Radiantz has done that is so wonderful is that they include end caps so you can cut down and make multiple tubes that the array will slide in to. The tueb is also included but not shown.
What you will need for this project for tools are wire cutters, a very small file, solder, soldering iron, and wire strippers. It also helps to have a 3rd hand. So I use a small hobby stand with alligator clips to hold things while soldering. Sorry but it isn't shown.
What you will need from a components stand point is the Radiantz Integratorz Premium array kit and a duel element circuit.
So I have taken a 100 LED array, cut it in half for 2 x 50 LED arrays so that I can run 1 array above the other. I have taken it a step further and divided the 50 led array into 2 25 LED array for turn signals.
The first step is to cut the array in half. Sorry I have already done this. I did this by placing the array on a hard surface, my wooden bench, and pushing down through the array with a razor knife.
The next step is to file down the traces in the center of one of your halves. I used a very small file to accomplish this. You only need to do this on the amber array trace. it is labeled with a "Y". you could use a cutting wheel from a rotary tool but that will probably cut too much too fast and you may separate the array. Not a big deal if this happens, but the array may not look like a solid piece.
You only need to do the "Y" trace since the ground is common and the other is for red. We want the entire array to illuminate with red, so no need to cut that trace. It will get power from a single source.
Its hard to see in this image but you can see where the "Y" and "R" traces are cut. I didn't need to cut the "R" trace.
Next step is to attach the yellow wire to each side of the array. one is going to be left and the other right. I start by stripping a small amount off the wire and then adding solder to it.
I then put the array into my hobby stand to hold so I can solder the yellow wire to its proper location. I have very shaky hands so it isn't the cleanest solder in the world but it works. Do this on both sides.
Now depending on if you are working on the end piece you cut off or the end that already has wires on it, you will need to add the red wire for power for the red LEDs and the black wire for the common ground. Here is the result. The end with the ground and power for the red LEDs will also have a yellow wire. So if done correctly, you will have 3 wires on one end and just the one for yellow on the other.
So here is the final result of everything lit up The top shows the running lights, middle is left turn, and bottom is right turn
PM, comment or email me if you have an questions.
I also created a video of it
here
The great thing about these arrays is that Radiantz has made them in such a way they can be divided into multiple arrays in 5 led increments. They have also added solder points so when you cut them, you get a place to attach wire for a common ground and power for each color.
Also something that Radiantz has done that is so wonderful is that they include end caps so you can cut down and make multiple tubes that the array will slide in to. The tueb is also included but not shown.
What you will need for this project for tools are wire cutters, a very small file, solder, soldering iron, and wire strippers. It also helps to have a 3rd hand. So I use a small hobby stand with alligator clips to hold things while soldering. Sorry but it isn't shown.
What you will need from a components stand point is the Radiantz Integratorz Premium array kit and a duel element circuit.
So I have taken a 100 LED array, cut it in half for 2 x 50 LED arrays so that I can run 1 array above the other. I have taken it a step further and divided the 50 led array into 2 25 LED array for turn signals.
The first step is to cut the array in half. Sorry I have already done this. I did this by placing the array on a hard surface, my wooden bench, and pushing down through the array with a razor knife.
The next step is to file down the traces in the center of one of your halves. I used a very small file to accomplish this. You only need to do this on the amber array trace. it is labeled with a "Y". you could use a cutting wheel from a rotary tool but that will probably cut too much too fast and you may separate the array. Not a big deal if this happens, but the array may not look like a solid piece.
You only need to do the "Y" trace since the ground is common and the other is for red. We want the entire array to illuminate with red, so no need to cut that trace. It will get power from a single source.
Its hard to see in this image but you can see where the "Y" and "R" traces are cut. I didn't need to cut the "R" trace.
Next step is to attach the yellow wire to each side of the array. one is going to be left and the other right. I start by stripping a small amount off the wire and then adding solder to it.
I then put the array into my hobby stand to hold so I can solder the yellow wire to its proper location. I have very shaky hands so it isn't the cleanest solder in the world but it works. Do this on both sides.
Now depending on if you are working on the end piece you cut off or the end that already has wires on it, you will need to add the red wire for power for the red LEDs and the black wire for the common ground. Here is the result. The end with the ground and power for the red LEDs will also have a yellow wire. So if done correctly, you will have 3 wires on one end and just the one for yellow on the other.
So here is the final result of everything lit up The top shows the running lights, middle is left turn, and bottom is right turn
PM, comment or email me if you have an questions.
