5 Minute LED Persistence of Vision (POV) Project...
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5 Minute LED Persistence of Vision (POV) Project...
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Over the years my kids have collected these LED lightsabers - In 5 minutes I turned them from trash into a exciting POV (persistence of vision) project. Even though this is a simple project the results are purely satisfying.
Parts
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- Lightsaber - I bet a bunch of verities would work
- scotch tape
- wire cutters
- small screwdriver
- 3volt button battery
Break Things - You Know in a Good Way
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Inspect your saber for how it is constructed. Open it up and remove the control board and the LED strip.
Rebuild the World
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Attach the 3v button battery to wires and pray for light. If it works your almost home :)
Let Their Be Light
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Attach to fan blade and enjoy the show - Congrats builder your a HERO!