...All Things Vero...
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Abiqua
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That was one thing I was sure of, lol, that those cheap panels on Ebay would start dropping into the $25 range and then could easily be stripped.
Haven't been that lucky, although a few auctions here and there would yield that price!
DonPetro
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Abiqua
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Thanks for that, another keyword: to search for.....
Came across some things, but wish they were cheaper. I have been checking out rack mounted enclosures on ebay....and used wherever I can look
Abiqua
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Has anyone messed around with a permanent thermocouple to measure their Vero's?
I am going thru a couple AN's right now, but haven't come across a solid answer yet, as to what they actually recommend.....
http://www.bridgelux.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/AN30-Thermal-Management-of-Vero-LED-Modules.pdf
http://www.bridgelux.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/AN10-Thermal-Management-of-LED-Arrays1.pdf
#2 Anybody mess around with a quick connect / disconnect dongle for AC mains, or rather to make an easily removable remote driver setup? Beyond the usual Wago 222's, Ideal Push connectors, etc....something more like RapidLed's Onyx setup.....
[I know, not necessarily Vero, but someone will see the message here,]
I am going thru a couple AN's right now, but haven't come across a solid answer yet, as to what they actually recommend.....
http://www.bridgelux.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/AN30-Thermal-Management-of-Vero-LED-Modules.pdf
http://www.bridgelux.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/AN10-Thermal-Management-of-LED-Arrays1.pdf
#2 Anybody mess around with a quick connect / disconnect dongle for AC mains, or rather to make an easily removable remote driver setup? Beyond the usual Wago 222's, Ideal Push connectors, etc....something more like RapidLed's Onyx setup.....
[I know, not necessarily Vero, but someone will see the message here,
]
Abiqua
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Answered one of my questions....miniature thermocouples . 2" /5mm...not cheap though..although, this isn't an ideal application imho....
http://www.tcdirect.com/deptprod.asp?deptid=200/2
Also found these on ebay from GB....5x for the same price above and has a little ball that looks like it was made for the Tc measuring point.... [wonder how you would get it to maintain a static place?......] also has PFA insulation [teflon]
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-x-T-type-Thermocouple-fine-wire-sensor-probe-1m-PFA-Teflon-200-C-Class-1-SLE-/161443119349?pt=UK_BOI_Electrical_Test_Measurement_Equipment_ET&hash=item2596c280f5
AquariusPanta
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Directed at question dos,Has anyone messed around with a permanent thermocouple to measure their Vero's?
I am going thru a couple AN's right now, but haven't come across a solid answer yet, as to what they actually recommend.....
http://www.bridgelux.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/AN30-Thermal-Management-of-Vero-LED-Modules.pdf
http://www.bridgelux.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/AN10-Thermal-Management-of-LED-Arrays1.pdf
#2 Anybody mess around with a quick connect / disconnect dongle for AC mains, or rather to make an easily removable remote driver setup? Beyond the usual Wago 222's, Ideal Push connectors, etc....something more like RapidLed's Onyx setup.....
[I know, not necessarily Vero, but someone will see the message here,
CLICK ME!
While these work for DC related matters, I'm not sure on how they would handle the intensity of the AC side (they don't share gauge or electrical properties).
AquariusPanta
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Pepper and tomato twiglings under the prototype (A few weeks old they be) 
DonPetro
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Thanks to @SupraSPL @stardustsailor @Positivity @churchhaze @Greengenes707 @guod @AquariusPanta @Mechmike for all the advice and guidance over the last several months. I've come along way since asking for help on a ebay chinese LED build. Quality components is what its all about and i'm quite pleased with the end result. Thanks again, this is an amazing forum with a vast amount of knowledge here. Game changers for sure.
Vero 18 4000k @ 1750mA.
Vero 18 4000k @ 1750mA.
Positivity
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Schweeet! So fresh and so clean...
DonPetro
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Yes thats a black 400mm×120mm×20mm heatsink from LCK LED. And thanks!
Abiqua
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Hey Don, what was shipping like? comparable to HSUSA? Thanks!
DonPetro
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Well i also got 8 drivers(about a pound each) along with 4 400x120 heatsinks and a 1200mmx76mm heatsink plus 8 wagos and shipping was $80. However, for some reason the 1200mm hs was to big to ship to me so i have a 600mmx140mm coming. (Hopefully)
Abiqua
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Sweet, I could just calculate....which I didn't see....But i created a new account and they gave me a $4 credit....Not too shabby for me
So fyi
AquariusPanta
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Find anything on those quick connectors? I wouldn't mind implementing those into my next prototype.Has anyone messed around with a permanent thermocouple to measure their Vero's?
I am going thru a couple AN's right now, but haven't come across a solid answer yet, as to what they actually recommend.....
http://www.bridgelux.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/AN30-Thermal-Management-of-Vero-LED-Modules.pdf
http://www.bridgelux.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/AN10-Thermal-Management-of-LED-Arrays1.pdf
#2 Anybody mess around with a quick connect / disconnect dongle for AC mains, or rather to make an easily removable remote driver setup? Beyond the usual Wago 222's, Ideal Push connectors, etc....something more like RapidLed's Onyx setup.....
[I know, not necessarily Vero, but someone will see the message here,
Abiqua
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No man, got sidetracked because the Funduino arrived....
I had this flyer mailed to me from Digikey and they had some connectors but I recycled the flyer and cant find them online....
maybe something like this....
http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/2181192-1/A104286-ND/3046778
Got the arduino powered on and ran the blink code, waiting for sensors to show up and shield to start datalogging.....
Everything is written in javascript, which is C/++ based, as you are probably aware....coding is pretty damn easy.
If you are running Windows 8.1, you will need to either use a surrogate driver or turn off your signature permissions.....
Also need to disable any kind virtual drive tools, as they scan all com ports and make the duino act funny....
I ended up loading up XPsp3 and had the Arduino program just loaded on a SD card. XP recognized my drivers and had the blink code up and running in minutes.....
AquariusPanta
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Those cables would probably work just fine.No man, got sidetracked because the Funduino arrived....
I had this flyer mailed to me from Digikey and they had some connectors but I recycled the flyer and cant find them online....
maybe something like this....
http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/2181192-1/A104286-ND/3046778
Got the arduino powered on and ran the blink code, waiting for sensors to show up and shield to start datalogging.....
Everything is written in javascript, which is C/++ based, as you are probably aware....coding is pretty damn easy. View attachment 3351613
The Fundunio!
Depending on what your coding, it can be easy or hard. I've had zero real world application of my coding skills, so setting up the Arduino could be challenging for me
.Share a link to your upcoming thread when it comes to be
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Abiqua
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I am working on my blog, something up tomorrow for sure, just the 1st steps. Working on it now.....Those cables would probably work just fine.
The Fundunio!
Depending on what your coding, it can be easy or hard. I've had zero real world application of my coding skills, so setting up the Arduino could be challenging for me
Share a link to your upcoming thread when it comes to be
As far as the coding, yes, with several sensors and wireless and anything else cool you want to add, code can get complex.
However, most of it is written for you! This is where libraries and sketches come in. Pre existing written code for a specific device [led, pwm control, soil hygrometer, photoresistor].
alesh
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Check this site. The project started on a Czech MJ forum and is run by growers.I am working on my blog, something up tomorrow for sure, just the 1st steps. Working on it now.....
As far as the coding, yes, with several sensors and wireless and anything else cool you want to add, code can get complex.
However, most of it is written for you! This is where libraries and sketches come in. Pre existing written code for a specific device [led, pwm control, soil hygrometer, photoresistor].
http://www.sensuino.net/doku.php?id=en:start