SUPER BRIGHT LED Mini Spotlight for Halloween
by VanOaksProps
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What this video covers
This short tutorial from VanOaks Props shows haunters how to build inexpensive DIY mini LED spotlights using automotive-grade Eagle Eye LEDs housed in PVC pipe fittings. The Eagle Eye lights run on 12v power, come in multiple colors, and feature an outdoor-rated housing with a diffused lens — offering practical advantages over traditional 10mm LED bulb builds. The project uses simple hardware-store components and RCA connectors for easy plug-and-play integration into existing haunt lighting setups.
Key takeaways
- ◆Eagle Eye automotive LEDs offer outdoor-rated housings and diffused lenses, making them more durable than standard 10mm bulbs
- ◆Lights run on 12v power, compatible with common haunt power supply setups
- ◆PVC compression couplings serve as ready-made spotlight housings, keeping costs low
- ◆Available in multiple colors for flexible atmospheric lighting effects
- ◆RCA connectors allow modular, easy-swap connections in a haunt environment
Who this is for
Home haunters and haunt builders looking for a simple, low-cost way to add colored accent spotlights to their Halloween displays or haunted house scenes.
Tools mentioned
- • soldering iron
Materials mentioned
- • Eagle Eye LED lights
- • PVC compression coupling
- • L-bracket
- • screws
- • wingnuts
- • lock washers
- • RCA jack board
- • 12v 5A power supply
- • female RCA connector
- • male RCA connector
⚠ Safety notes
Use caution when soldering and ensure all 12v connections are properly insulated and secured before powering on.
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