Meowzer's LED build

[meowzer]

Quote:
Originally Posted by spanko http:///forum/thread/387353/meowzer-s-led-build#post_3407880
I think she intends to buy out Salt Water Fish with the savings.
Quote:
Originally Posted by 2Quills http:///forum/thread/387353/meowzer-s-led-build#post_3407850
Hey mom since you're gonna be saving all that dough I could use a little gas money!
LOL....funny...I think I have to spend a lot first before I start to save

 

[travelerjp98]

Meowzer will be happy she switched to LEDs...

 

[meowzer]

OK...the revised "parts" list has been sent to my consultants....Shawn and Corey...LOL....once it is good to go.....It will be posted

 

[gemmy]

Sweet! Maybe this thread will give me the courage to do my own build.

 

[al&burke]

Quote:
Originally Posted by travelerjp98 http:///forum/thread/387353/meowzer-s-led-build#post_3407817
I can't wait to see how this goes!
Are corey and shawn your sons?
And, mr. meowzer is your husband LOL!!!
Hey I want to be a son as well ROTFL
I like that one meowzer

 

[meowzer]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Gemmy http:///forum/thread/387353/meowzer-s-led-build/20#post_3408046
Sweet! Maybe this thread will give me the courage to do my own build.

I am doing this in hopes it will help others
Quote:
Originally Posted by Al&Burke http:///forum/thread/387353/meowzer-s-led-build/20#post_3408048
Hey I want to be a son as well ROTFL
I like that one meowzer
LOL....ok SON my swf family just grows and grows

 

[meowzer]

OK EVERYONE......THE LIST IS READY!!!!!

6 - 5.886" x 23" heatsink from heatsinkusa $207
RAPID LED ITEMS
159 total LEDS as follows
9 Royal Blue leds $2.50 ea (no lense required)
50 creexp-e blue leds with 55 deg lense $5 ea
25 creexp-e royal blue with 40deg lense $4.60 ea
50 creexp-g R5 cool white led with 40 deg lense $6 ea
25 cree xr-e warm white led with white lense $5.50 ea
5 tubes arctic alumina thermal adhesive $6.99 ea
1 DYI 2 color dimming kit $30
1 Meanwell ELN-60-48D Dimmable (for moonlights) $34
UNNAMED SUPPLIER**
2 HLG240H-48B drivers for white and blue strings $118.95 ea
FROM GRAINGER
8 6 terminal terminal strips stock#6yh65 $8.42 ea
4 2 terminal terminal strips stock #6yh63 $2.84 ea
2 tubes acrylic glue stock # 4yxo5 $28.20 ea
1 48 x 96 x 1/8 clear acrylicsheet stock# 1unw6 $110.15
1 48 x 96 x 1/4 black acrylic stock# 1upa9 $194.25
FROM REEFLEDLIGHTS.com
2 2 fan kits with power suppy $15.95 ea.
1 10k linear potentiometer $3.45
1 knob for above $3
FROM DIGIKEY.com
25 fuses part# F2313-ND $13.27
20 Resistors part# UB5C-1.0-ND $14.52
OK..we will also need to get aluminum angle stock to connect the heat sinks together, this will come from Home Depot....no price as of yet.
edited spelling

 

[kiefers]

for future refrences here,..... I learn better with video or pictures...........just sayin'

 

[meowzer]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Kiefers http:///forum/thread/387353/meowzer-s-led-build/20#post_3408099
for future refrences here,..... I learn better with video or pictures...........just sayin'

BELIEVE ME......as things happen I will be taking pics (maybe vids) of it all......
and I am sure the list will change slightly as we go along

 

[kiefers]

yeah for me!!!! BTW....... since when did you adopt Cory? "Mom" lol.....and where has Carlos been? New girlfriend?

 

[meowzer]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Kiefers http:///forum/thread/387353/meowzer-s-led-build/20#post_3408108
yeah for me!!!! BTW....... since when did you adopt Cory? "Mom" lol.....and where has Carlos been? New girlfriend?
LOL...Corey and Shawn are my consultants....Carlos is busy being 19 I guess, LOL

 

[kiefers]

ooookay then...... Lol. you couldn't ask for better consultants. I think I have a few too, Dad's more or less. Lol.

 

[acrylic51]

Hey Meowzer list looks good!!!! Check with the supplier for all the drivers. He might work you a little better deal, also ask him if they have both versions of the ELN drivers. Worth a shot to ask.

 

[spanko]

Is my math correct at about $2,252.87 for the above stock list?
If so that would purchase almost 4 AI SOL super blues modules with controllers.
Why go through all of the build trouble unless you are wanting to have the satisfaction of a DIY gig?

 

[acrylic51]

Your correct Henry, but I think the setup could rival the AI.... The mere fact if there would be an issue the unit can easily be diagnosed since built in house, and the overall fact of complete ability to customize, add, swap colors, which you can't do with AI. With the AI there's still additional costs if you want to be able to utilize all their bells and whistles... So even if you think about the Vertex would be a better store bought option to the AI????
Don't get me wrong I've even tossed the idea around of AI vs DIY, but still think a cheaper alternative with the addition of a good controller.
Meowzer, you can shave off some cash on acrylic solvent and the acrylic!!!! Both are expensive, and you'd want to use WeldOn 4, and seriously only need 1 can not 2. As far as the acrylic I will email you a place you can get your pieces precut to size and not have to worry about buying excess material that isn't needed.

 

[spanko]

Actually the AI pucks can be easily changed to add different options. There is a thread over on that other site we can't link to anymore that has the procedure and how really simple it is. I'll see if I can find and and copy the post that shows it.
But yeah, I so understand the DIY excitement and the knowledge you gain of your own system by creating it yourself. I am not that handy plus I think the AI controller is amazing in it's capabilities.

 

[acrylic51]

I agree with you Henry on the changeable pucks, but I was referring more to the ability to add in reds, greens, whatever it might be your after. I'm not sure if AI offers those color choices? I think the verdict is still out somewhat on what is missing/lacking with the LEDs, but the basic color concept is there. I think it's more me though if I shell out $600.00 I'm less apt to opening it up toying with it though. For that money it should be perfect IMO. I must say they are impressive though. As you mentioned can't link anymore, but there is a build where a guy used AI solely from conception on his huge tank and it looks incredible!!!!!

 

[meowzer]

what's a puck?

 

[spanko]

Well if you are from Canada eh...................................................
In this discussion...........................................http://www.google.com/search?q=what+is+a+LED+puck&hl=en&client=firefox-a&hs=Xc0&rls=org.mozilla:en-USfficial&biw=1280&bih=605&prmd=ivns&source=lnms&tbm=isch&ei=7HlKTpruJoX-sQK48Zy-CA&sa=X&oi=mode_link&ct=mode&cd=2&ved=0CBEQ_AUoAQ#hl=en&client=firefox-a&hs=aIL&rls=org.mozilla:en-US%3Aofficial&tbm=isch&sa=1&q=led+puck+lights&pbx=1&oq=LED+puck&aq=0&aqi=g2&aql=&gs_sm=c&gs_upl=20011l20011l0l22841l1l1l0l0l0l0l194l194l0.1l1l0&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.&fp=3fa10b70b59adaf9&biw=1280&bih=605

 

[travelerjp98]

once again, these LED builds are getting too confusing for me... lol... but I'll still be following along for the chance that I'll learn something...