Building a "FLOATING" Star Wars lightsaber Display
by VanOaksProps
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What this video covers
VanOaksProps constructs a striking 'floating' lightsaber display unit built around an acrylic tube, a NeoPixel ring, and an Arduino Nano to create a glowing containment-case effect. The build showcases an NSabers Obi-Wan Kenobi replica lightsaber as its centerpiece. The creator also references a free online NeoPixel effect generator to simplify the LED animation coding. The result is a display-quality sci-fi prop piece suitable for collectors and Halloween set designers alike.
Key takeaways
- ◆An acrylic tube paired with lamp housing end caps forms the core containment-unit enclosure
- ◆A NeoPixel ring driven by an Arduino Nano provides the animated, glowing floating effect
- ◆A free NeoPixel Effect Generator website reduces the barrier to custom LED animations
- ◆Montana Colors anthracite paint gives the housing a polished, screen-accurate finish
- ◆The technique is adaptable beyond lightsabers to display any cylindrical or hero prop
Who this is for
Star Wars fans, prop collectors, and Halloween set designers who want to build an impressive illuminated display for a replica or decorative prop using accessible electronics.
Tools mentioned
- • rotary tool
- • cut-off disk
Materials mentioned
- • acrylic tube
- • NeoPixel ring
- • Arduino Nano
- • 5V power supply
- • lamp housing end caps
- • Montana Colors anthracite paint
⚠ Safety notes
Use appropriate eye and respiratory protection when cutting acrylic with a rotary tool.
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