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12/11/2017, 10:07 PM
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AI Sol diode replacement anyone
Has anyone been able to replace an led diode on an AI sol blue . Since warranty is way up and they don’t sell the pucks anymore figured I would see if it is possible to replace the diode myself . Any information would be great
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12/12/2017, 08:14 AM
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Never done it...but quite positive is possible
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12/12/2017, 08:38 AM
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cast iron skillet reflow might work for you, then pick the diode off with tweezers, and place the new one on.
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12/12/2017, 09:19 AM
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I just know it has got to be possiableto do
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12/12/2017, 09:22 AM
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It's definitely possible, it's more a question of your skills, tools, and how much effort you want to spend.
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Or swap the whole star for another used one, since they're not available new. Keep an eye on eBay, sol parts come up once in a while, or sometimes units with multiple dead LEDs. If you're planning on running yours for a while, it might make sense to have a spare unit as a parts source.
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12/12/2017, 12:30 PM
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https://www.nano-reef.com/forums/top...leds-and-more/
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12/12/2017, 03:47 PM
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 Why am I not surprised that it's you posting that! Funny thing is, that would be even easier with thermal tape and solderless 3-ups from LED g r o u p b u y. Could easily do up a suitable replacement for a single puck.
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12/12/2017, 04:52 PM
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I like "creative" solutions..
Not to mention, rough calculation, you can add 3 3W diodes per channel... 36V (2A) power supply w/ roughly using 3x8V = 24.. |
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12/13/2017, 05:55 AM
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A proper hot air gun (nice selection of nozzles) is usually the best tool for individual surface mount component replacement and you can pick them up for under $100..
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