I posted another topic requesting recommendations for decent LED strips. But, from another topic on this forum, there is very little hope in finding a decent LED strip.
That's fine. I'm OK with exploring custom solutions. A few months ago, I went on a research binge about Luxeon's Class A LEDs and have always had an itch to do a custom setup. I'm really into making power supplies anyway, so custom lighting solution would probably make me as giddy as a kid at disney land.
What sort of low profile lighting solutions should I look into for flat-ish applications (door trim). I'd like to have good spread of light, so probably several LEDs recessed in a dado in the trim.
Aluminum Stock...Heatsinks?
I'm under the impression that heat sinks are going to be my main obstacle. For what it's worth, I have a 50x30"ish sheet of 1/4 aluminum on hand that I could cut into strips/pods and use for this project if that would help.
Desired Voltage
I'd like to stay at 12V if possible, as I have a handful of MeanWell 12V supplies of various types on hand. But, a different voltage wouldn't be a deal breaker.
(other option I may go with): I'm considering using a Forstner bit and recessing some IKEA (or other brand) puck lights. That may be easier than custom and work good enough.
Thoughts and pointers would be appreciated.
That's fine. I'm OK with exploring custom solutions. A few months ago, I went on a research binge about Luxeon's Class A LEDs and have always had an itch to do a custom setup. I'm really into making power supplies anyway, so custom lighting solution would probably make me as giddy as a kid at disney land.
What sort of low profile lighting solutions should I look into for flat-ish applications (door trim). I'd like to have good spread of light, so probably several LEDs recessed in a dado in the trim.
Aluminum Stock...Heatsinks?
I'm under the impression that heat sinks are going to be my main obstacle. For what it's worth, I have a 50x30"ish sheet of 1/4 aluminum on hand that I could cut into strips/pods and use for this project if that would help.
Desired Voltage
I'd like to stay at 12V if possible, as I have a handful of MeanWell 12V supplies of various types on hand. But, a different voltage wouldn't be a deal breaker.
(other option I may go with): I'm considering using a Forstner bit and recessing some IKEA (or other brand) puck lights. That may be easier than custom and work good enough.
Thoughts and pointers would be appreciated.