Bill of Materials
Description
This model is part of the Snap Lamp project - you can find a map of the available components on the main project page or view them in this collection.
These bases use a more simplified electronics structure: they don’t have power buttons or dimmers but this means they are the least expensive. As an added benefit, they support a higher total current meaning more bulbs can be attached. Technically, it should be possible to power 14 bulbs off of one of these bases although I have not tested it at this capacity - it would be better to be more conservative with your build.
 | The Simple Base is the most straightforward in the whole project. It’s quick to print and lightweight. |
 | The Weighted Base is a simple shape with an interior cavity. You can fill this space with marbles, beads or even gravel to add weight to the base. |
 | The Planter base is a variant of the weighted base that has a chamber for potting a plant. |
Assembly Process
The Assembly PDF attached to this project includes step-by-step assembly instructions illiterates by photos. As a supplement to those instructions, you can watch a video of the assembly (for each of the 3 base types) if additional context is needed:
Hardware and Electronics
These three bases have identical hardware requirements.
- Purchasing the items in the Bill of Materials will provide enough components to complete one of these bases with some leftover magnets, screws and magnetic connector pair.
- Because these bases do not include power switches or dimmers, I would recommend pairing them with a smart outlet.
- The potentiometer component can limit the number of bulbs supported by other designs. In theory, this base could power 10+ bulbs but I have not tested this quantity.
Safety Notes
The Planter base uses low-power, DC components but it’s always important to exercise increased caution when watering the plant. For that reason, the plant holder is removable so that watering (and draining) can happen separately.
- I like using air plants in this pot so that they require only minimal and occasional water.
- If you’d like to add additional waterproofing, I would recommend an epoxy resin such as Flex Seal Liquid to apply a coating as a barrier within the electronics chamber.
Release Notes
- 5/28/26: Updated to include the missing magnetic connector holder part for the weighted and planter bases.
- 5/14/26: Initial Release
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