how to make a custom led sign - outdoor led sign

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How to make custom LED logo using edgelit lighting.
Use these same methods to make any frame logo or shadow box.
I also used a laser.
Affiliate link belowTools: Materials: read the instructions here and you can also download the floor plan with measurement drawings on my website: The board is 3/4 thick.
Cut 4 plates into 1-
1/2 "wide, 2 ~ 19 "and 2 ~ 15 ".
Cut 4 plates into 1-
1/4 "wide, 2 ~ 19 "and 2 ~ 15 ". The 1-
The 1/2 "board will be made to accommodate electronics and 1-
The 1/4 "board will make your upper frame hold glass.
As shown in the figure, cut a wide rabbet groove of 1/2 "1/4 deep" on the edge of each plate.
Cut the plate into the final width of 18 "long edges", the final width of 14 "short edges" with a 45 degree diagonal connection at each end.
Note that when bonding, the bottom frame will stand on the edge and the upper frame will be placed flat.
See assembly pictures for more information.
Drill holes on the side of the base to install the power switch of your choice.
I have a label on my switch and I remove it with the dremel tool so its side is smooth and can be put into the hole.
Make similar holes for the power connector to flush with the outside of the frame.
Clean the edge of the hole using a chisel and make the connector install.
Glue the upper and bottom frames together.
After drying, stick them together and hold them firmly.
The edges are flush when the whole assembly is dry, so all sides are smooth.
Apply the finish of your choice to the wood.
I used equal polyurethane, mineral spirits and boiled flax seed oil.
Use 16 "x 12" glass and paint with black half edgegloss paint.
Let the paint dry and then prepare for etching.
I etched my logo on the glass with a full spectrum amateur laser of 20x12.
You can also apply a vinyl sticker on the glass, spray it, and then remove the tape for a similar effect.
After laser or removing vinyl, flip the glass and spray White.
This helps spread the LED light when it glows from behind.
Also, it will provide the required contrast if you do not etching the glass.
Run the LED light strip around the frame where the upper and bottom frames meet.
Install the power switch in the mounting hole, and install the wire in the lamp.
I used 2 jumpers and terminal connectors to connect the lead in the switch to the positive lead of the led.
By removing the adhesive backing, cut the LED into length and attach to the wood for additional hold using CA glue.
Test the line before permanently installing the connector.
Install the power connector in the mounting hole with hot glue.
Put the positive and negative leads into the power connector.
Put the glass into the upper frame and fix it in place with a 1/4 "strip cut from the frame material.
I fixed the 3/4 strap in the frame with 1/4 "DingTalk. Cut a 17-1/4″ x 13-
1/4 "1/4" plywood back, mounted to the back with 5/8 screws.
Use a jagged hanger or similar tool when installing.
Install the LED logo on the wall and enjoy your awesome creations!
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