How to make a super bright LED light panel (for video work etc)

DIY Perks August 27, 2014
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Here's how to make a super-bright LED light panel. It's equivalent to a 1000w incandescent light bulb, and it's super useful for video work as it has a daylight colour temperature and doesn't use PWM for dimming. There are 900 individual LEDs in this panel, which is why it's so bright. Parts links: Disclosure: These are affiliate links. If you click them and make a purchase from the various merchants they link to, DIY Perks may earn a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to the eBay Partner Network and Amazon Associates. LED Strips required: https://my.xiapibuy.com/5m-Roll-Pure-White-Light-5500K-6000K-Flexible-Bar-12V-DC-High-Quality-Low-Voltage-60-With-Color-Rendering-Ra80-Ra90-Ra95-Ra97-For-Selection-i.710332594.16921056047?sp_atk=0d4b6f5c-5771-4fcf-8c47-4e854fee16a7 All the other components as a KIT: https://www.ebay.com/itm/311810568155 Here's a list of parts: (you can purchase from either eBay or Amazon) STEP-DOWN VOLTAGE REGULATOR AliExpress: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32859414048.html eBay: https://ebay.us/DO13Fa CAMERA SHOE ADAPTER: http://ebay.to/2zLn13j XT60 CONNECTORS: http://amzn.to/2yQ63NL The following are better sourced from your own local hardware store: a sheet of 6mm MDF a sheet of 18mm MDF 2x aluminium tubes or wooden dowels a switch magnet wire 6.8k resistor small & medium wood screws a sheet of plexiglass. 12 awg wire a small fan How to make a shard light: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgPghSJhkzU How to make a graphics card quieter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhkYrzST7V4 How to make a battery protection circuit: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Fs4SfVSsLk If you attempt this project you do so at your own risk. I assume no responsibility for any injuries or damages caused to people or property during its construction or use. If you are under 18, a responsible adult must be present when using power tools. I have taken care in making sure the information in this video is accurate. However,I am unable to provide any warranty concerning the accuracy or completeness of any information contained in the video. OFFICIAL LINKS: Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DIYPerks/ Official Website: https://www.diyperks.com/ Discord: https://diyperks.com/discord-server/ Forums: https://diyperks.com/community/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DIYPerks