I redesigned the famous Brick logo as a lightbox. I didn't stop with just the box; I also made a perfectly fitting base for it. This allows you to store a microcontroller inside and use a USB-C socket in the back to connect it.
This is the first of a series inspired by this Logo design. Stay tuned and follow for more 😉
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Printed LED guide for widths up to 10mm. The LEDs are guided directly from and into the base. | The base can be secured with a self-adhesive door bumper. |
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A common USB-C socket can be used to power the lightbox. | Nice looking light box! |
For Material
Use the material you prefer. I used PLA:
For LEDs
There are many options available. I made multiple boxes: with programmable RGB LEDs and an ESP32, and with pure cold white COB LEDs. Both versions run on 5V via USB-C. If soldering isn't your thing, you can use the LED set from Bambulab, which includes everything you need, including a remote control.
There are three plates you need to print. Starting with Plate 1 and Plate 2, these are the essential parts of the whole thing. Plate 1 is the logo with the box walls. Be careful and clean the nozzle and print bed before starting the print. Plate 2 is straightforward to print; it's just the lid/back plate of the box.
Plate 3a is designed to fit a USB-C socket. You can purchase it from Amazon*, AliExpress (here* or here*), or any other retailer.
Optional:
Step 1:
Guide the LED strip and/or power cable through the holes in the back part of the base. If you don't need to solder anything, you can assemble the base. It should press-fit. Be gentle! This step can be skipped if you're certain.
Step 2:
Glue the LED strip in place. Use the guide to align the LED strip parallel to the edge.
Step 3:
Now it's time to test the LEDs to ensure they work properly.
Step 4:
Let's prepare the lid. I recommend covering the inner part of it with aluminum foil or tape. This will reflect the light and achieve an even light distribution.
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You'll need the lid, a gluestick an aluminum foil | Apply glue. |
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Pay attention, which side is matte and which on is shiny. You want the shiny one to reflect. Press firmly. | Let it dry a bit, then use a sharp knife or your fingernail to cut it around the inner edge. |
Step 5:
If everything works fine, put the lid in place and double-check if everything works again (better safe than sorry). Now glue the base and lid to the box.
Step 6:
Have fun! Enjoy your creation!
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