Hello all!
I would like to rebuild a Hasbro FX Darth Vader light saber and need some guidance or perhaps some working knowledge about this. I am pretty handy and feel confident that I can take this on.
The Hasbro FX light saber does not have a removable blade. From what I have been reading, the TCSS conversion kit can and will make the blade removable. Is this true? I also plan to use the Neo-type pin connector for a clean look. I plan to use 2 144 LED per meter strips back to back. I wanted to perhaps use 3 or even 4, but from what I have been reading, that would be overkill and pose some additional issues with heat and battery power. 2 strips is plenty bright from what I understand. Of course a foam diffuser will be used inside the blade as well.
I am leaning toward a Spark 3 board as they seem pretty good. I will also replace the speaker and perhaps have a momentary button for clash effects.
I don't know about the proper battery to use and wanted to use a 18650, but have recently saw a 7.4 volt battery, 14650/1050mAh pack, and this may prove to be a better choice for power.
I am just wondering about all the possible parts fitting inside the Hasbro saber and making a decent saber rebuild. Is battery choice important? Is a rechargeable battery the best solution, or have a saber with interchangeable battery. I'm looking for a bright saber.
I have been reading a lot and looking for some advice. I don't know about the correct resistors/fuses to use and wondering if anybody knows of a link about proper wiring for a saber and different materials needed or what exactly fit inside this Hasbro FX saber.
Thanks for reading and ANY information you may give.