Futuristic Desk LED Strip Lamp

Introducing my LED Strip Lamp, designed with a futuristic aesthetic and concealed cables.

Originally crafted for a display arm stand, this versatile lamp is perfect for various settings such as workshops, offices, bedrooms, or living rooms.

Its sleek, modern design makes it an eye-catching decorative piece, blending seamlessly with contemporary interiors.

Stay tuned for upcoming updates/ accessories like:

• Clamp mount for tables
• Hinge without TPU

I envision integrating an ESP32 or Raspberry Pi Pico for the option to add customized RGB lighting effects and incorporate it into a smart home system.

Part List:

• 1x 1m Carbon Rod 25mm Diameter
• 12x M2 Heat Insert (ruthex)
• 3x M4 Heat Insert (ruthex)
• 3x DIN 933 M4x25mm hex head screw
• 12x DIN 912 M3x16mm Cylinderhead screw
• 12x DIN 912 M2x5mm Cylinderhead screw
• 12x DIN 934 M3 Nut
• 1x M12 Power Push Switch 
• 1x DC Power Jack socket 5,5 X 2,1 mm 
• 1x 12V Power Supply
• 1x 1m LED Strip 10mm width (should be able to cut it every 10 or 50mm)

For the diffusers and hinges, there are two versions available:

Hinges

Print both versions of the hinge first and see which fits the rod best:

• 26mm Diameter (Standard File)
• 25.5mm Diameter

Diffusers

After finishing the build, test each version to see which looks best to you. Different materials or manufacturers can have varying levels of transparency, and LEDs can differ as well:

• 0.8mm
• 1.2mm (Standard File)
• 1.6mm
• 2.0mm

Build Guide:

1. Print all parts in your preferred color (I'm excited to see your color combinations!).
2. Carefully remove all supports to avoid damaging the printed parts.
3. Cut the carbon rods to 250mm or shorter as needed (remember safety precautions, as carbon dust can be harmful if inhaled or gets in your eyes).
4. Cut two wires (one for positive and one for negative) to at least 1000mm (1m) and thread them through the hinges and carbon rods. It may be tricky; using a small rope to pull them through the cable routing can be very helpful.
5. Insert the M4 hex head screws and adjust the hinge to determine the required wire length for each hinge.
6. Use glue to assemble all carbon rods with the hinge parts.
7. Solder two wires (at least 250mm long) to the LED strips (4x 100mm, 4x 150mm) and thread them through the cable routing on the LED panel.
8. Attach the panel arms with M3 screws and nuts, and guide the wires into the lamp head.
9. Solder or clamp together all LED wires in parallel, and add one extra wire to connect to the power supply wire and the switch.
10. Screw the switch into the lamp switch eye and plug in the lamp hinge 12V plug.
11. Solder the wires to the power supply and to the switch (connect the switch to the positive side).
12. Insert the heat inserts into the hinge handles and the LED diffusers.
13. Screw on all the hinge handles and LED diffusers securely.

For your own customizations, you can obtain the STEP file on my Ko-Fi page.

STEP File: https://ko-fi.com/s/399f85200c

Updates:

29.06.2024:

• Added Basestand (Don't use rods longer than 200mm for the arms, as it tends to tip over. I am currently working on a larger version.)
• Added mirrored parts for all diffusers
• Corrected print orientation for all .STL Files

Updates:

04.07.2024:

• Added diffusers without heat inserts

Updates:

30.07.2024:

• Added Basestand Legs Medium (M) and Large (L)