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    Something for reading in bed

    Hello curtludwig During the days when I used to work far away from home, I had no family or friends there. So, I indulged myself in Books. I too like to go to sleep after reading. So, I order a foldable LED light. The light had an adjustment to clip it on the book itself. It was light weight...
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    LED color, brightness, and uniformity tester

    You can visit INITIAL-LED. I have been using their lights since last two years and I am quite happy with the response. They have got huge variety too.
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    Beginner's Guide to explain simple LED flashlight.

    That was surely a big help ! I was teaching my kids the other day and got a question about LED flashlights. I searched all over the net didint find anything easy to grasp. Got to your blog and I found the wanted piece of wisdom. Thanks again. Keep sharing .
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    LED color, brightness, and uniformity tester

    In my opinion.....the light output can be measured with the help of Lux meter or photo meter. These meters have various functions like data hold function, over level indication, etc. They can measure both luminosity as well as brightness. They are portable an light weight. You can get them...
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    Recent LED Strip Comparisons?

    Hi Steve ! I believe 3528 flexible strip is the best choice. I have used it myself. It is very bright and has low consumption. It comes with peel and stick feature. You can search for dimmable options also if you want. normally these are waterproof and easy to maintain. White LED has more...
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    Why are there not more mass-produced undomed leds?

    In my view, the domed shape solves two purposes : Firsly, it provides an added protection layer. Secondly, the light emitted by LED's posses an angle...in planar LEDs the reflection is more for this reason only. The light should not be totally internally reflected otherwise it will not come...
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    What's the best way to mount a waterproof LED strip?

    Hi Beverley ! In my opinion you can use silicone or Liquid nails. Both are easily available at nearby supermarkets and are handy to use. I myself have applied LED strip lights to my SUV and I'm happy with it.
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