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I just ordered the u-channel that I plan to use for my build. I was going to go for the large heatsinks but couldn't source them cheaply enough in Canada. Six 6' x 2" u-channels plus one 6' x 4" u-channel all precut for me by a local machine shop for $102. Will probably start it when I get back from MACNA on Tuesday. Really interesting build using this here: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2026851
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Mark... ![]() 290g Peninsula Display, 425g total volume. Setup Jan 2013. |
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Here's the heat sink all welded up and drilled.
![]() ![]() And here's the beginning on the LEDs being mount, all blues are mounted. ![]() ![]() Should be seeing some light this week |
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Just a quick question...are you using any kind of nylon or other non-conductive material between the stars and the screws. I have been researching DIY fixtures for over a year and read hundreds of builds...almost all of the ones where screws went directly to the star resulted in shorts and a lot of re-work. You may have them there and I just don't see them.
Even these would work: http://www.ncix.com/products/?sku=61...tech.com%20Ltd
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Mark... ![]() 290g Peninsula Display, 425g total volume. Setup Jan 2013. |
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Yeah there are very small washers and I've tested each one for shorts.
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Although I just went and retested and I did find one short so now I'm a little concerned. I think I'm going to go get some wider washers to be on the safe side. Thanks for the heads up!
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Not when you include tapping that many holes.
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