So some of u may have seen some of my posts regarding led string sabers. My fascination with them started with seeing slothfurnaces build log for his rotj saber. I had been collecting mr sabers for a while, but never built one. So after many frustrating attempts and questions, I received alot of messages here encouraging me to try a luxeon type saver, as they are easier to build. But after seeing pictures of them and how the light seems to fade toward the top, I decided to keep going with my component blades. I've now created several impressive blades which I am very proud of.
As u was browsing eBay one day I came across this
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=281045448087&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=96698504900Not an exact replica, but modeled after starkiller, which is my favorite hilt design. I decided to buy it. Now, I'm 6'3 and I like using very long blades. So the first thing I did was to plug in a 40 inch trans white tcss blade and turn it on. I was very disappointed.
I began taking the hilt apart, and realized that the saver was being under driven. I cut out the battery pack and rewired a new with proper resistors. Then cut the blade to a more reasonable 34 inches.
All I can say is, wow. I am very impressed and happy with my purchase. For everyone who encourage me to try the luxeon set up, I'm sorry I didn't listen to u sooner. And while I will continue to create component blades, I will now be experimenting with luxeons and ledengins and any others I can get my hands on.