Lighting The new DIY Section

[Lowdown]

Hey guys i just converted my viparspectra 300 the other day...it was quite easy with the help of @BigSm0 ...so id like to take the big leap and do an entire build. Im looking at using 4 citizen clu0481212 at 36v in series. Im trying to figure out what dimmable meanwell driver to use.. would it be the hlg-185h-c1400b constant current? I believe it a 200 watt driver..thanks and any imput would be appreciated

 

[BigSm0]

Hey guys i just converted my viparspectra 300 the other day...it was quite easy with the help of @BigSm0 ...so id like to take the big leap and do an entire build. Im looking at using 4 citizen clu0481212 at 36v in series. Im trying to figure out what dimmable meanwell driver to use.. would it be the hlg-185h-c1400b constant current? I believe it a 200 watt driver..thanks and any imput would be appreciated

Yes this would be the driver for the 1212’s.

 

[Firstimegrower]

Hi BigSm0 i was wondering if you could help me covert my viparspectra 600 to cobs I was going to use Citizen 3500K LED COB CLU048-1212C4-353H6M3-F1 Version 6 90CRI how many would I be able to use sorry if this sounds like I don’t know what I’m doing because I don’t really i been reading this thread and someone converted a viparspectra 300 so I thought I would give it a try with your help if that’s possible

 

[HemiSync]

I'd like to thank afn for the platform and members/staff that helped me build what is now a successful business. My passion for cobs and helping others will never end so I decided to offer a bit more assistance in the lighting world. Being a conflict to post in the main forums leaves me thinking of ways to continue the journey of helping which has always been more important than selling.

While COBSHOP.NET does have different versions to fit all experience levels I am opening my section to assist outside the product list. The biggest issue I see with DIY now is the information and how it's presented to people. It's far from easy to go from hearing about cobs to actually building your very first light. It can also be dangerous as most know.

I also spent some time doing a DIY conversion for @BuffaloKing that I will eventually post here as well.

PLEASE! Before you open your LED panel or start wiring lights up please if and when you have a questions do not hesitate. I will do my best to help and answer any questions you may have as quickly as possible.

@arty zan @pop22 @budelee @Ripper @Rebel

Ok we are going to start my first jump into the DIY arena with a Galaxyhydro 300 watt Blurple. Here are the pics. I probably took more tan you need but since the panel is not at my location I wanted to be sure. Let me know what I can do with this please.

 

[BigSm0]

With a smaller framed light you may want to consider less cobs. Looks like 3 larger drivers would run 1 50v cob each. To save $2 per cob you could run 1212’s but could fit a total of 6 cobs. The bracket blocks most of the specs. You wouldn’t want to touch the 12v driver. 3-1812,1818 or 1825 would work. I think you’ll be around 30-35w per cob and one per driver. You would end up using less wattage and close to doubling the light output. Once you do this you’ll be hooked for life.

 

[HemiSync]

With a smaller framed light you may want to consider less cobs. Looks like 3 larger drivers would run 1 50v cob each. To save $2 per cob you could run 1212’s but could fit a total of 6 cobs. The bracket blocks most of the specs. You wouldn’t want to touch the 12v driver. 3-1812,1818 or 1825 would work. I think you’ll be around 30-35w per cob and one per driver. You would end up using less wattage and close to doubling the light output. Once you do this you’ll be hooked for life.

The 1812s are what you make the autocobs out of correct. I think I would prefer those but you are the expert. I’m not even sure how to wire a series or parallel circuit but willing to learn.

Would that unit be able to keep those 1812s cool enough with 3 of them enclosed like that? I’m actually surprised by the amount of heat the autocobs put out at just 55 watts. And what would the parts list cost approximately.

 

[BigSm0]

I would run 1812’s but I also sell them so I didn’t want to only recommend what I sell. With one cob per driver you wouldn’t have to worry about series or parallel. Just red to + and black to - The cobs are passively cooled. No fans blowing the heat around so it does appear to be warmer than an actively cooled light. Under $60 to do it all if you reuse the aluminum that the leds are mounted on. It’s a little work but well worth it.

 

[HemiSync]

I would run 1812’s but I also sell them so I didn’t want to only recommend what I sell. With one cob per driver you wouldn’t have to worry about series or parallel. Just red to + and black to - The cobs are passively cooled. No fans blowing the heat around so it does appear to be warmer than an actively cooled light. Under $60 to do it all if you reuse the aluminum that the leds are mounted on. It’s a little work but well worth it.

Good to know. It’s a buddy’s light that I’m helping him with and I have him committed to either scraping & sanding the LEDs off or having to pay full price for the autocobs. Although, when I order the parts please send me a couple of your decals, one was only enough for one of my tents.

 

[BigSm0]

Good to know. It’s a buddy’s light that I’m helping him with and I have him committed to either scraping & sanding the LEDs off or having to pay full price for the autocobs. Although, when I order the parts please send me a couple of your decals, one was only enough for one of my tents.

Absolutely. I do have some new ones coming next week too. Red instead of grey. They blended into reflective tents to much.

 

[Dabber]

Absolutely. I do have some new ones coming next week too. Red instead of grey. They blended into reflective tents to much.

Cool I think a blue would look pretty awesome also