Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Homemade High Powered Led Flashlight

You can make a flashlight with an LED and a matchbox


You can make your own LED flashlight using simple implements that you can find in your home. A convenient and straightforward method of making an LED flashlight, which should only cost you a few dollars, is to use a matchbox. Using this method, you will save money and learn a new skill at the same time


Implements


To make an LED flashlight you will need a small matchbox, pen or marker, ruler, scissors or knife, two LED lights, sticky tape and a 3-volt battery.


Method


Find the middle of the matchbox and mark two spots in the middle with a marker. Put holes in the spots you have just made using a scissors. Push the LED lights through the holes, make sure the bulbs are on the outside of the box. Use tape to fasten a 3-volt battery to the interior of the box. Make sure the wires of the LED lights touch the battery when you push down on the box. Check that it works by pressing down on the box; the lights should come on. Tape the box securely.


Caution


Make sure you remove all matches before beginning this process. Keep all water or other liquids away from the flashlight while you are making it.

Tags: 3-volt battery, make flashlight, Make sure