LED Light Strip Magnetic Mount

by herzogshandicraft in Circuits > LEDs

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LED Light Strip Magnetic Mount

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Magnetic mount for LED light strip. I tried using the adhesive backing on my bed frame, but did not work well and got messy. This solution works well for me because it is clean, low profile and easily removable/replaceable.

Supplies

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  • 3d Printer (I have a Creality CR-6 Max)
  • Filament (I used Natural PLA+)
  • Magnet (5x3mm Round) You could use a different size, but would need to redraw the model
  • Hammer and Punch slightly smaller than diameter of magnet
  • Computer with internet access for TINKERCAD

Design in TINKERCAD

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  1. Block (L10 x W15 x H4)
  2. Round Roof (L10 x W15 x H6)
  3. Hole for Magnet (Diameter5 x H3)
  4. Round Roof Hole (L10 x W10 x H6) 1mm higher than block

https://www.tinkercad.com/things/jxMPl7PwKs1

3D Print

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I had trouble sticking at first so I printed the first layer slower and added a brim

Press in Magnet

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Press fit the magnet (pay attention to polarity of magnet)


Edit: Place a drop of super glue behind magnet to ensure fit (credit to - seamster)

Press Magnet Into Wood

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Use the hammer and punch to make a hole with a slightly smaller diameter than the magnets.

Then push the magnet into the hole (Optional use wood glue)

Make sure the polarity attracts your clips

Lay Strip

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Attach magnets together and then to light strip

Use Smart Plug (optional)

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Set up smart plug if you wish to control it with a Smart Home Device

Enjoy

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Wait till dark, turn off the lights and enjoy!! (the lights are a lot brighter on camera)