LED Fire Torch #2
Introduction: LED Fire Torch #2
this is another type of fire torch wall sconce similar to my other instructible https://www.instructables.com/LED-Torchwall-Sconce-Mood-Lighting-Halloween-DD/
Supplies
red cellophane, LED flame flicker lights, metal rod [i used an old broken shower curtain rod], Aluminum Hobby Sheet, light socket
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https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E7XT35Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Step 1: Remove Light Cover [optional Step]
while removing the light will make the sconce more realistic and brighter it might destroy the light and/or void the warranty. be very careful as the insides of the light are very fragile. pop off the cover
Step 2: Make Red Light Overlay
cut the red cellophane for an appropriate size for your LED lights. crumple it into a ball. lay flatish again. roll up to fit over LEDs [ make sure the cellophane does not touch the LEDs as it might cause it to over heat, melt or even start a fire ]. i used hot glue to form the cylinder. a small cardboard tube worked well as a temporarily mold
Step 3: Make Red Light Overlay [Cont]
depending on the thickness/darkness/transparency of the cellophane it might take several layers to get the effect you desire
Step 4: Make Red Light Overlay [Cont]
again make sure the cellophane does not touch the LEDs as it might cause it to over heat, melt or even start a fire. i made my overlay insert to fit snugly into the base of the light i was using.
Step 5: Metal Shroud for Torch
the patterned aluminum sheet i used was 12" by 24" [30cm by 60cm]. 31
i cut it into six pieces each 6" by 8" [15cm by 20cm]. the light bulbs base had a circumference of about 8" [15cm]. i folded the pieces into six shrouds for the torches.
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Step 6: Add Metal Shroud to Light Bulb Base
i drilled three holes in the base and lined up matching three holes in the metal shroud and bolted together
Step 7: Attach Base of Light Socket to Rod
split the rod to allow base to fit. drill holes and fasten together. i used leather rivets. attach wire to base. the light sockets i used came with a cord tightener on the base, however, i did not need to use these.
Step 8: Assemble Light Socket
reassemble the light socket. i used some small aluminum sleeves left over from another project to improve the look of the torch. screw on light bulb assembly. i gave the final product a quick coating of "hammered metal" spray paint to help blend the different parts together [unpainted torch shown here]
Step 9: Short Video of Light in Action 56