MakersLED

[slm222]

Does anyone have experience with this manufacturer? I like the finished look at the modularity of it but am curious to see what anyone on here thinks of it. As well as the MakersDriver.

[grouch]

I built 2 6" fixtures with 2 50watt bridgelux blue led chips (1 on each fixture). Fixture is well built and all parts are included. You have to be carefull running the wiring as the edges of the aluminum channels are sharp and can knick the insulation on the wiring easily. Overall heatsink is very good and fans are quiet.

[slm222]

could you post pictures. the main thing im interested in is the wiring how drivers are set up and what is run to the fixture from the cabinet. im trying to figure the cleanest look possible.

[grouch]

I bought the bridgelux chip and driver from Ebay (China) The chip has + and - wires soldered on going through side plate of heatsink to waterproof driver that is velcro taped to the side of the fixture. Power cord and fan cord are the only wires coming off of fixture. Total cost for 1 fixture, 50w 455 blue chip and driver less than $75. No dimmer needed for 50w blue chip (50 x 1 watt). I get a good 12" to 16" spread on light 24" deep. I run one on each side of 70gal tank with a 120w led fixture in the middle.

[slm222]

I have a 30x30x24 cube. I was looking at doing two 18" or 24" heat sinks with a total of 54- 60 leds. Then go to the driver and connect to an APEX to control it. its interesting to say the least. well I either want to do this or get the new hydra 52. I like the ability to upgrade as new technology comes out. but im not the most electronically savvy when it comes to actually soldering and fit and finish.

[grouch]

Sound like a plan I think you may get better spread with 24" heatsinks in the corners.
Soldering isn't bad once you get the hang of it. But yes be careful when working with DC current it can be lethal. Don't touch anything that will conduct electricity when you first plug in to test it. And be sure to use a GFI receptical.

[slm222]

awesome. thanks for the input. im searching the web, but upload some pics if you get a chance.

[rrasco]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0hGrAa2caw