The DIYson Express Desk Work Light (DIY Dyson LightCycle Style Desk Lamp)

All Credit goes to Steven Bennett for creating such an amazing project that inspired me to remix and post here.  I hope you enjoy the project as much as I do and you support Steven any way possible. 

https://www.youtube.com/@StevenBennettMakes

If you have always wanted the Dyson LightCycle, but couldn't afford the $600 price tag, then this project is for you!  The DIYson Express is a lamp that brings the motion system and convince of the Dyson LightCycle within reach of any creative maker for a fraction of the cost.  It supports a rechargeable usb-c light and is fully balanced on the motion track so you can rotate, exteend, and raise the light with ease with no locking needed.  it is capable of being perfectly balanced for multiple different types of lights or objects that you want within reach while not taking up too much precious desk space.

The DIYson Express, created by Steven Bennett, can be built in an evening and works as perfect as you want, with customizable parts and files all available via Steven's Github page!

I was so inspired by this project that I just had to make my own!  I remixed the light head to support 2 round magnets I had laying around from building the Lack Gridfinity Drawers.
It is usually fixed to the corner of a table with a C-Clamp, but that was too far out of reach for me so I also modeled a desk mount to secure it to the center of my workstation table. I added 4 L shaped brackets with 2 v shaped ribs to each side with 2 m5 countersunk holes for mounting directly to the table with m5 countersunk screws.

The DIYson express is the more approachable, completely customizable variant of the DIYson project. The Express is constructed from a simplified parts list which includes an out-of-the-box lighting and electronics solution. Check out the project video above for a full overview.

Sometimes the hardware costs can really add up, especially if you don't have the smaller M2 and M3 screws already on hand. For example; the M2 and M3 screw assortment normally costs $15.99USD, but the Express only requires 8 of them. That's about $2USD per screw. No good. To help with this, Steven put together a "Hardware Booster Kit" which includes the highest cost-per-part components and can help reduce costs by up to $50USD. Check it out here: https://stevenbennett.gumroad.com/l/vseqv (note that you will still need a bunch of components found in the parts list, but all of them have a more reasonable cost-per-part and/or are logistically difficult to be include in this kit).

Parts List

Here is a list of the parts needed to build the DIYson Express.  The booster kit can be ordered by visiting Steven Bennett's link here: Steven Bennett's DIYson Express Booster Kit.  

Part Name	Quantity Needed	Included in Steven Bennett's hardware booster kit?	Link	Note	Unit Cost	Total Cost
Open Builds 40mm Aluminum Spacer	1	Yes	https://openbuildspartstore.com/aluminum-spacers-10-pack/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t	10 pack, 1 used to connect to desk mount	$7.89	$7.89
Open Builds Low Profile Screws M5x15mm	1	Yes	https://openbuildspartstore.com/low-profile-screws-m5-10-pack-/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t	10 pack, 2 needed for mounting base and pulley mount to vertical rail	$1.19	$1.19
Low Profile Lock Nuts	2	Yes	https://www.readymaderc.com/products/details/rmrc-m5-cw-aluminum-low-profile-lock-nut-black-4pc	Optional (V Wheel kits come with standard silver lock nuts and you will have extra black ones from the pulley assembly)	$2.59	$5.18
6mm Idler Pulley	1	Yes	https://amzn.to/3AthhKy	10 pack	$11.99	$11.99
M3 x 16mm Socket Head Screw	1	Yes	https://amzn.to/40agf0J	You only need one M3 screw for the whole lamp so if you don’t already have one your most affordable option is to get one from your local hardware store.	$11.99	$11.99
Assorted M2 Screws	1	Yes	https://amzn.to/3HFifqF	Six 6mm and two 4mm screws are all you need. Used to mount belt to the carriage (4mm M2), the belt to the counterweight (6mm M2), and the lid to the counterweight (6mm M2)	$15.99	$15.99
M3 Nylon Lock Nuts	1	Yes	https://amzn.to/3wFtVU4	Pack of 50, need one for the pulley mounted at the top of the vertical rail	$7.49	$7.49
C-Clamp	1	No	https://amzn.to/3c4k5Et	Any small c-clamp will work	$12.98	$12.98
Open Builds Low Profile Screws M5 x 8mm	1	No	https://openbuildspartstore.com/low-profile-screws-m5-10-pack-/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t	10 pack, 5 needed for mounting the LED holder and the end cap to the horizontal rail	$0.99	$0.99
Open Builds 500mm Linear Rail	2	No	https://openbuildspartstore.com/v-slot-20x20-linear-rail/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t		$5.49	$10.98
Open Builds 6mm Aluminum Spacer	1	No	https://openbuildspartstore.com/aluminum-spacers-10-pack/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t	10 pack, 4 used in mounting wheels to carriage	$3.39	$3.39
Open Builds Xtreme Solid V Wheel Kit	6	No	https://openbuildspartstore.com/xtreme-solid-v-wheel-kit/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t		$6.99	$41.94
Open Builds Low Profile Screws M5 x 25mm	1	No	https://openbuildspartstore.com/low-profile-screws-m5-10-pack-/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t	10 pack, 6 needed for mounting wheels to carriage	$1.39	$1.39
Open Builds 6mm Eccentric Spacer	2	No	https://openbuildspartstore.com/eccentric-spacer/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t		$1.99	$3.98
Open Builds Spring Loaded Tee Nuts	4	No	https://openbuildspartstore.com/spring-loaded-tee-nuts/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t	Used to attach LED holder to horizontal rail	$1.29	$5.16
GT2-2M Timing Belt	2	No	https://openbuildspartstore.com/gt2-2m-timing-belt-by-the-foot/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t	Sold by the foot, cut down to 16.5 inches	$2.49	$4.98
Lead Shot Balls	1	No	https://amzn.to/3kHrHAE	Please wear gloves while handling and wash your hands afterwards	$24.99	$24.99
Open Builds Linear Rail End Cap	1	No	https://openbuildspartstore.com/end-cap/?ref=_2E7m4SXRIy8t	Optional (can be 3D printed)	$1.99	$1.99
ULANZI L2 Bi-Color Light	1	No	https://amzn.to/3XTvSIA	Get two if you want 100% uptime	$36.99	$36.99
10x5x2 Neodymium Magnets	1	No	https://amzn.to/3wZxsfU	Pack of 100	$7.99	$7.99
Duramic Matte Black Filament	1	No	https://amzn.to/3HiAHnv	Use whatever you like but this is my personal favorite	$19.99	$19.99
Right Angle USB C Adapter	1	No	https://amzn.to/3DqzcT7	Optional (only needed to make charging base)	$10.95	$10.95

 

Part Printing Guide

General note: All parts can be printed using a layer height of .2mm and a .4mm nozzle unless noted otherwise below. Also these are just the settings used by Steven so feel free to experiment and let us know if you come across a better method.

Base:
Orientation: As installed (large hole side on build plate)
Supports: On build plate
Settings: 6 perimeters and 40% infill
Notes: This part really does need to be strong, I have snapped a couple after I forget to bump up the number of perimeters

Carriage Belt Clip:
Orientation: Smooth side down
Supports: On build plate
Settings: I like to use .1mm layer height and Prusa Slicer's adaptive layer height feature

Carriage:
Orientation: Belt clip slot facing up
Supports: On build plate
Settings: 6 perimeters and 40% infill

Charging Base (optional):
Orientation: USB cable cavity on build plate
Supports: On build plate
Settings: Default

Counterweight Belt Clip:
Orientation: Small screw holes on build plate
Supports: On build plate (or painted on to only support the countersink holes)
Settings: Default

Counterweight Flex Tab:
Orientation: Vertical
Supports: None
Settings: Default

Counterweight Enclosure:
Orientation: Belt clip slot facing up (might have to sping 45 degrees to fit your print surface)
Supports: None
Settings: At least 4 perimeters

Counterweight Lid:
Orientation: Small screw holes on build plate
Supports: None
Settings: Default

Desk Mount:
Orientation: As installed (vertically with flat face on build plate)
Supports: None
Settings: 6 perimeters and 40% infill

End Cap (optional):
Orientation: Small screw hole on build plate
Supports: None
Settings: Default

Pulley Mount:
Orientation: As installed (linear rail inserts on build plate)
Supports: On build plate
Settings: Default

LED Holder Options:
Settings vary based on design, but the DIYson Express logo prints best with a .25mm nozzle. I print the Ulanzi L2 holder upside down (with the logo side on the build plate) and uses supports on the build plate to support the opening which reveal the buttons.
 

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