{"id":885,"date":"2022-08-28T03:27:07","date_gmt":"2022-08-28T03:27:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ledask.com\/?p=885"},"modified":"2022-08-30T02:55:16","modified_gmt":"2022-08-30T02:55:16","slug":"diy-led-heatsink","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ledask.com\/diy-led-heatsink\/","title":{"rendered":"DIY LED Heatsink:  How to Build One"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>LED light fixtures tend to generate heat, negatively affecting the device. For example, it may experience degradation, a shorter life expectancy, or varying changes. To prevent these issues, you can implement a DIY LED heat sink to keep the device at a constant temperature. Of course, you should utilize one made of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/aluminum-pcbs.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">aluminum<\/a> for the best results.&#xA0;&#xA0;&#xA0;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You won&#8217;t have to worry about overheating your LED fixture. So let&#8217;s get started! At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ourpcb.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">OurPCB<\/a>, we introduce the LED heatsink and how you can build one with at-home tools.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"led-heatsink-introduction\"><strong>LED heatsink introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/1-9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-62568\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Gtmur_IR_LED.png\"><br><br><\/a><em>Example of an LED heatsink. <br><br>Source: Wikimedia Commons<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A LED heat sink is a metal block designed to absorb LED-generated heat, releasing it back into the air. This process occurs in three ways: <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Thermal_conduction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">conduction<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Convection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">convection<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Radiation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">radiation<\/a>. Installing a heatsink provides longevity for your LED fixture while ensuring constant temperature operation. Therefore, it keeps the LED lighting fixture from overheating. Otherwise, the LED will experience reduced light output, color changes, or reduced life expectancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Varying heat sinks exist on the market today. Of course, these usually have different materials, such as high-quality <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Aluminium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">aluminum, <\/a>for rust and corrosion resistance. Even then, they come in different shapes, including <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fin_(extended_surface)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">finned heat sinks<\/a>. Depending on your LED fixture, you will need a specific heatsink type.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/2-9.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing an aluminum finned heatsink.&#xA0;\" class=\"wp-image-62569\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Moderate-Pin-Fin-Heatsink-Aluminium-.jpg\"><br><br><\/a><em>Image showing an aluminum finned heatsink.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Source: Wikimedia Commons<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some also feature slots so printed circuit boards can fit inside a fixture for LED drivers, interconnects, and power inlets. Meanwhile, 10W power LEDs connect in series, which attach atop a heatsink.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"diy-led-heatsink\"><strong>DIY LED heatsink<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>You can create your own LED heatsink with at-home tools and components.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"required-components-and-tools\"><strong>Required components and tools:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<ul><li>1W LED light &#x2013; 1x<\/li><li>Aluminum panels &#8211; 1x<\/li><li>Large sandpaper &#x2013; 1x<\/li><li>Hammer<\/li><li>Leftover <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fluorescent_lamp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">tube light<\/a> choke &#8211; 1x<\/li><li>Iron cutting hand blade<\/li><li>Superglue or thermal paste<\/li><li>Screwdriver<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"steps\"><strong>Steps:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Step one: follow these steps to create the LED heatsink:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/3-6.jpg\" alt=\"This step involves cutting a piece of aluminum panel.&#xA0;\" class=\"wp-image-62570\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>This step involves cutting a piece of aluminum panel.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, create an aluminum base since it stays cooler longer than iron. Grab the panels and gently hit them with a hammer until they straighten. Next, ensure that it has a 2mm thickness and cut 1 x 1&#8243; pieces. Additionally, the 1W LED mounts to the base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step two:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/4-5.jpg\" alt=\"\n\nYou can apply thermal paste or superglue to the aluminum base.\" class=\"wp-image-62571\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/depositphotos.com\/355091116\/stock-photo-syringe-red-background-thermal-paste.html\"><br><\/a><em>You can apply thermal paste or super glue to the aluminum base.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Afterward, super glue the LED on the aluminum base plate. The glue acts as an excellent conductor compared to other epoxy glues. Plus, it dries quickly and produces a thin layer. You can also apply the thermal paste for this purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step three:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/5-4.jpg\" alt=\"DIY LED Heatsink:Remove an old iron strip choke from an LED tube light.\" class=\"wp-image-62572\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/depositphotos.com\/37653291\/stock-photo-t8-led-tube-and-various.html\"><br><\/a><em>Remove an old iron strip choke from an LED tube light.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove an old choke containing iron strips from a tube light by applying force to it with a screwdriver. Although iron provides poor conductivity, it still offers excellent heat dissipation performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step four:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/6-3.jpg\" alt=\"DIY LED Heatsink:Use sandpaper to remove any rust on the choke.\" class=\"wp-image-62573\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Use sandpaper to remove any rust on the choke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, you will need to eliminate rust from the iron strips with sandpaper. Afterward, put glue in the middle of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/ws2812-VS-ws2812b.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">strip and place the aluminum base with the LED<\/a> on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step five:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/7-2.jpg\" alt=\"DIY LED Heatsink:The Led's temperature should remain constant after one hour at 4 volts.&#xA0;\" class=\"wp-image-62574\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>The Led&#8217;s temperature should remain constant after one hour at 4 volts.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turn the LED on and ensure that it works correctly. In this case, the temperature should remain constant after one hour at four volts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also integrate a current limiter circuit between the power supply and LEDs. Doing so will help to prevent <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Short_circuit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">shortcircuit <\/a>or overload.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"working-principle\"><strong>Working principle:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Overall, this heat sink implementation redirects heat away from the 1W LED through the aluminum base. Then, the iron tubes transfer the heat into the surrounding air.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\"><strong>FAQs:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<ol><li>Do LEDs need a heat sink?<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Thermal management on an LED ensures that it will last longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\"><li>What is the best material for a heatsink?<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to its excellent thermal conductivity, aluminum offers the best heat dissipation <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellpcb.com\/capabilities.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">capabilities<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"summary\"><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>As you can see, an LED heatsink provides many benefits, significantly when maximizing efficiency. For instance, it will prevent the LED from overheating by transferring heat to the air. Otherwise, the light fixture may experience color changes, dimming, and a shorter lifespan. As a result, it will burn out quickly, forcing you to purchase a new device. We recommend purchasing an aluminum-type heatsink to prevent these issues from affecting the fixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have any questions regarding an LED heatsink? 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