Led light bars and strips

[Usr117063]

Just bought some wall units to go above my work bench and want led strips underneath or just whatever is super bright, is there anything I should be looking at in particular apart from chinese special on ebay?

Also does anyone know where you can buy led bars that can be used to mount say inside the car or on the bonnet? Like this

 

[botfch]

Bit smaller than what your after but I’ve got a couple of these which are decent for the money.

Luceco 12V Inspection Work Light 10W 1000lm | Toolstation

• Fully rechargeable • Supplied with transformer plug and 12V in-car charger • 2 Working light modes: 100% and 50% light power • Battery LED charge indicator • Overcharge protection • Durable hard-wearing housing with rubber moulding for comfortable grip • Multi fixing - 360° folding hook...

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[Jonnio]

Screwfix sell some under cabinet led tube lights. Stuck one above my workbench and works well.

Also shoved some in the loft haha.

Edit: think they were the LAP ones they sell.

 

[Andy_con]

If you like making things, these are ace

12-13V 10W 1000LM White/Warm White LED Panel COB Chip Light Strip Lamp 200X10mm | eBay

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[Usr117063]

If you like making things, these are ace

12-13V 10W 1000LM White/Warm White LED Panel COB Chip Light Strip Lamp 200X10mm | eBay

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This combined with this sort of thing I was just looking at

P13-1 Profile Tech Light 1000mm (Black) 30.8mm x 10mm Clear Cover

This is a P13 1m surface mounted black LED profile from Tech-Light which comes complete with a clear cover. Measures 30.8mm x 10mm.

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They are going under these wall cabinets (just ordered the cabinets not everything) Although do have a 7draw cabinet same modular system on its own coming

Ive not done anyhing with leds before, I have tools and solder but I just want to slap it together for now!

 

[Andy_con]

This combined with this sort of thing I was just looking at

P13-1 Profile Tech Light 1000mm (Black) 30.8mm x 10mm Clear Cover

This is a P13 1m surface mounted black LED profile from Tech-Light which comes complete with a clear cover. Measures 30.8mm x 10mm.

www.bltdirect.com

They are going under these wall cabinets (just ordered the cabinets not everything) Although do have a 7draw cabinet same modular system on its own coming View attachment 1489699

Ive not done anyhing with leds before, I have tools and solder but I just want to slap it together for now!

you will need a resistor to limit current

 

[Andy_con]

heres what I did with those led strips

outside garden Bluetooth controlled lantern

 

[Usr117063]

Looks good! Cant quite see from a video but they go really bright? Im looking at this one, 2 to make up a metre then maybe another 2 for width

500x6mm Ultra Bright 12V 140 LED Strip Light for DIY Car Lamp Light 6000-6500K | eBay

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[Andy_con]

Looks good! Cant quite see from a video but they go really bright? Im looking at this one, 2 to make up a metre then maybe another 2 for width

500x6mm Ultra Bright 12V 140 LED Strip Light for DIY Car Lamp Light 6000-6500K | eBay

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they also do these

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-5M-COB-Bendable-LED-Strip-Lights-Tape-TV-Back-Lighting-Fairy-Light-Warm-White/174387637757?_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item289a502dfd:g:-ckAAOSwrZRfMSJv&enc=AQAFAAACYBaobrjLl8XobRIiIML1V4Imu%2Fn%2BzU5L90Z278x5ickkSG%2BOFgrj2Yvbvmrj2TAdMz5%2BrewNsYMdjZkfD9dMAbSccyMkputSquNAe9Ayh%2FrQ%2FPg6oal%2BcTEhYjfWm5ogTeJaP1iPklEeQfr234Tw9dLJquguTD5hkeexFSrqKhtLC39RJkk65%2FL1cmXSiHbvsYJfgUaEI0%2FJ5vAY2koHUkmClk7TzHjOhf8x9b3dWlnevFYj2hz3Lo2%2BIyYWiHNbVZxgo6D1YLve7gbbNZ13g3A7zp%2BjVclDlk8WaRZlYUVN1WiearkMk1Viw%2BaR4Rdusi8Ur8FTI1eOdcOgdhBqzFG2ZM%2FEMYBNMu109XeHUEy49HN6OcS1yT8Jm6nLZ5oFe7LtJt3qumjd2boPbSylKZAbpeDLjgR50XBbfBW5HBKqXOW7NZS9iaP5U6e%2FIR4jGTstqME9cLJMbTMeS1hHNLxCQSo6ydmeITM6pmN01vDpZs9d28I7FxkXGOT%2FDUzPofbL4AfkYvYBOWIR8pr3app7Nmyj%2BjbA03U2e7vuKIX7F9Icz5BKMH9TaBgKNKCJFF9T9yp5E5yGiWJO20ytvZePzKOstvrWP%2BqvcR%2FI5%2BEIXntls7Ph3PSBctD3elPczIGxFM1NKUMIE7GMP312q3X0g4W9IYyeW%2FK%2FBPESW7Bxb%2BuLhlA2hFFr6B9L3uZPLVDgxR%2FIotJrD3bPAORlTuAZ6%2B01%2Fi0XPBBgSs1sfwt7iuRIcejLhA97kiVl0SZKxFhYiKGq0bYCXs73xeV7EE909Qy7xG9%2BVcjA512ERpx2&checksum=1743876377578f68ba8bb8b7465ba6b6f3a601df5309

 

[Usr117063]

Ive just seen these which seem like a good solution. Just need to figure out how they can be used with a dimmer and wall plug.

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[Andy_con]

Ive just seen these which seem like a good solution. Just need to figure out how they can be used with a dimmer and wall plug.

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Just get an led dimmer fgom b&q

 

[Cub.]

Ignore all this DIY guff. Get one of these, then when you’re bored of working on the car you can pretend to be Yoda with it.

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[Usr117063]

 

[Usr117063]

I found those lightbars I was after, couple different types from sealey. Havnt bought one yet though, just bought a mobile tool chest and now looking at more cabinets!

Sealey

Sealey is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of workshop tools and equipment.

www.sealey.co.uk

 

[04-182]

I use an LED fish tank light above my bench.

 

[dann2707]

Any pics of these in action? I badly need one for my bench!

 

[Usr117063]

I still could do with one, I bought some cheap usb led strip from ebay which for 5 quid does something.

 

[dann2707]

I still could do with one, I bought some cheap usb led strip from ebay which for 5 quid does something.

View attachment 1492663

Yeah doesn't look too bad at all really
Suppose there'll be a greater light output when they eventually catch fire 🔥🔥😂

 

[dann2707]

@ZachB where are you cupboards from btw? The modular ones. Link please

Tried looking in this section for the convo about them but alas I failed

 

[Usr117063]

@ZachB where are you cupboards from btw? The modular ones. Link please

Tried looking in this section for the convo about them but alas I failed

I got them from amazon for 93 each, they are Sealey APMS53

Cheaper here!

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Industrial units made from strong, lasting materials with a great finish to store tools and consumables in your garage. Sealey's Modular systems are excellent quality for a great price. Different combinations provided to be able to fit in garages or work spaces.

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[Usr117063]

You have to be careful ordering something by sealey it seems, prices vary a lot from site to site

 

[dann2707]

I got them from amazon for 93 each, they are Sealey APMS53

Cheaper here!

Premier Industrial Workstations | Workshopping.co.uk

Industrial units made from strong, lasting materials with a great finish to store tools and consumables in your garage. Sealey's Modular systems are excellent quality for a great price. Different combinations provided to be able to fit in garages or work spaces.

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Can't believe how expensive they are anyway :O

 

[Usr117063]

Can't believe how expensive they are anyway :O

I just couldnt find anything decent for less, the reviews put me off really. This setup wasnt cheap but is really solid and a joy to work with, Im actually eager to use it unlike before Id dread having to find sockets and have no work space to use!

 

[dann2707]

I just couldnt find anything decent for less, the reviews put me off really. This setup wasnt cheap but is really solid and a joy to work with, Im actually eager to use it unlike before Id dread having to find sockets and have no work space to use!

I think it's because I paid around 250 for my actual tool box I'm reluctant to spend close to £180 on what is essentially two boxes 😭😭

 

[Usr117063]

Yeah doesn't look too bad at all really
Suppose there'll be a greater light output when they eventually catch fire 🔥🔥😂

They broke I accidentally left all the lights on in the garage for like 4 hours and they wouldnt change colour properly and I tried to wiggle the connections but no luck.

 

[Walnut3]

Got a similar setup and just picked up strips from amazon, the ceiling ones plug straight into the mains as they're 25m long, ridiculous amount of light overall.

Workbench: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0711K9JGY/?tag=cliospnet01-21

Ceiling: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07CXNRGHP/?tag=cliospnet01-21

Then connected them to a remote switch: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07YKFD952/?tag=cliospnet01-21

 

[conor1n]

Got a similar setup and just picked up strips from amazon, the ceiling ones plug straight into the mains as they're 25m long, ridiculous amount of light overall.

Workbench: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0711K9JGY/?tag=cliospnet01-21

Ceiling: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07CXNRGHP/?tag=cliospnet01-21

Then connected them to a remote switch: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07YKFD952/?tag=cliospnet01-21

Well that I am jealous of...

 

[Cookson]

the ceiling ones plug straight into the mains as they're 25m long, ridiculous amount of light overall.

Ceiling: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07CXNRGHP/?tag=cliospnet01-21

Awesome. I was debating whether to get some T8 style LED strip lighting for mine once the new roof is on, but this looks a better option. It's 7m long and 2.5m wide, so that should give me a few runs

 

[nicked95]

Got a similar setup and just picked up strips from amazon, the ceiling ones plug straight into the mains as they're 25m long, ridiculous amount of light overall.

Workbench: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0711K9JGY/?tag=cliospnet01-21

Ceiling: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07CXNRGHP/?tag=cliospnet01-21

Then connected them to a remote switch: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07YKFD952/?tag=cliospnet01-21

Are the LED strips the only light source in there? Looks really bright! Seriously jealous of the set up...

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[Walnut3]

Thanks all, very kind!

I too considered the T8 lights and perhaps they are just as good an option for outright brightness, in the end I went with LED strips for best light distribution across the whole garage as this setup ensures there is no shade anywhere e.g. around the cars.

The garage is 7m x 6.25m and I used 2x of the 25m strips, and 2x of the 6m workbench strips - together they are "the only" light source, believe it or not they actually look brighter in person and therefore almost OTT bright.

Some more pics attached for reference.

 

[Robbie Corbett]

Thanks all, very kind!

I too considered the T8 lights and perhaps they are just as good an option for outright brightness, in the end I went with LED strips for best light distribution across the whole garage as this setup ensures there is no shade anywhere e.g. around the cars.

The garage is 7m x 6.25m and I used 2x of the 25m strips, and 2x of the 6m workbench strips - together they are "the only" light source, believe it or not they actually look brighter in person and therefore almost OTT bright.

Some more pics attached for reference.

Im sure your a nice guy but I instantly don't like you haha. Awesome space that.

 

[Cookson]

So the reel from amazon is now out of stock, so may have to go with something like this once the roof is sorted

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