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Barlow

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Hi guys.

I'm building my own LED bulbs and want to seal the bulb case.
Is there a resin/paste/sealant that sets hard I can use
Or any suggestions?

Cheers:)
 
Hi,

I would use a 2 pack epoxy resin. It comes in 2 tubes, you mix equal parts of each, and it starts to set within about 5 mins or so. You can get a 'clear' version which sets completely clear. There may be other types of adhesive which are suitable, but this sets fast so you don't have to hold it in place for a long time.
The other option would be to use RTV silicone, but again, this takes a while to set, and should not be used in contact with circuit/solder joints etc since it releases acetic acid during drying.
 
blueroomelectronics said:
Why would anyone build their own LEDs? How would you dope them? Would they even work?

The guy said he was building his own led BULBS, I assume he meant building 'replacement' bulbs using led's (ie. so that he can do a direct swap bulb for led's)
 
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