Hey guys,
I have a very very small keychain led flash light and 5.6mm 1gen dvd player diode.
*This is my first project, and I already think I have damaged the diode however my goal in successfully extracting a diode is complete.
*I understand that it will take much practice and many diodes to perfect this but I was hoping maybe to extract some light from this before I move on maybe just maybe.
I have some simple questions for anybody if they have the time..
>the host runs off 2 ag13 aka LR44's which brings total voltage to 3v =1.5 each.
>the connrctor is a metal L shaped bracket which holds the batteries, and has NO WIRES.
>the diode has some circular pcb around it and little bits of solder on the pins Does this need to be removed??? I snipped the cable and stopped because it was very difficult to remove solder with a soldering iron and I didnt want to damage pins. ( I dropped it twince in the process)
>since the case is plastic and cheap, where do I ground?
>how do I use a multimeter to figure out which pins are what.
>if I were to connect the diode positive pin with a wire to the connector L bracket which holds the batteries in place would this provide power?
>there is no space for a driver or any lenz for that matter so I would like to direct drive it just as a practice lesson for this very cheap build.
>I doubt 3v will drive it but hey Im hear for some knowledge and Ive used the search button alot and I believe its time to interact with some people so I can understand this a bit better...
ps please see attached pics
semper fi
I have a very very small keychain led flash light and 5.6mm 1gen dvd player diode.
*This is my first project, and I already think I have damaged the diode however my goal in successfully extracting a diode is complete.
*I understand that it will take much practice and many diodes to perfect this but I was hoping maybe to extract some light from this before I move on maybe just maybe.
I have some simple questions for anybody if they have the time..>the host runs off 2 ag13 aka LR44's which brings total voltage to 3v =1.5 each.
>the connrctor is a metal L shaped bracket which holds the batteries, and has NO WIRES.
>the diode has some circular pcb around it and little bits of solder on the pins Does this need to be removed??? I snipped the cable and stopped because it was very difficult to remove solder with a soldering iron and I didnt want to damage pins. ( I dropped it twince in the process)
>since the case is plastic and cheap, where do I ground?
>how do I use a multimeter to figure out which pins are what.
>if I were to connect the diode positive pin with a wire to the connector L bracket which holds the batteries in place would this provide power?
>there is no space for a driver or any lenz for that matter so I would like to direct drive it just as a practice lesson for this very cheap build.
>I doubt 3v will drive it but hey Im hear for some knowledge and Ive used the search button alot and I believe its time to interact with some people so I can understand this a bit better...
ps please see attached pics
semper fi
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