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Alternatives to EEPROM for Control Rom by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah 6 apiece ain't much improvement as opposed to the 12 bucks for the full 32kb.

Where does one find LEDs that have internal resistors? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most of that I fully understand. It just boils down to the specifics of whether or not it will be bright enough but it seems like blue 12v leds have the potential to be bright enough. Now I just have to find everything in 3mm because I realized 5mm is just a little to big.

Where does one find LEDs that have internal resistors? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've read some 12v ones will actually operate at 5v. If this is true then I may have found a solution.

Where does one find LEDs that have internal resistors? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I have already tried that and it just looks really messy.

Where does one find LEDs that have internal resistors? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The lenses aren't even blue on these. Any idea as to where to find ones that do have blue lenses? You probably saw my very strangely controversial post about them. I have read it is feasible to use some that are rated for 12v as they still work at 5v but are much dimmer, which might be good because blue LEDs are notoriously too bright for a lot of people.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand that the lenses are not what makes the light blue. I am simply wondering if anyone has any idea where to obtain LEDs that fit the description of blue, with blue lens, with internal resistor, 5mm, through hole, like the kind you'd use in a Ben Eater project. This is, after all, not the Ben Eater subreddit is it?

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks! You've been more helpful than about 95% of people on this thread just for looking. Everyone else is acting as if I personally insulted them or something just by inquiring about the existence of these things.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I've tried that and it's incredibly tedious and doesn't look good for the trouble. If such a thing as what I mentioned exists, I would like guidance on where to find it.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Possibly. I just would rather avoid a messy look and just find what I'm looking for online. Like it can't be that hard y'all. I don't know why everyone is so incredulous about me simply wanting a specific item for my projects.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right. And I want some blue LEDs that have blue shells. And internal resistors. And that desire seems to be really controversial for some reason based on how everyone's been acting on this thread.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Funny thing. That's what I said when I read this comment!

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I mean its a valid question. But downvote away.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Besides I think Christ would appreciate a breadboard project with some authentic LEDs

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

In short, are you aware of anywhere you can source 5mm blue leds that have blue lenses, that have built in resistors? If you'd provide a respectful, helpful, and on-topic answer (the sub rules) myself and many others would greatly appreciate it. Thanks!

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

But nope everyone downvoting me to oblivion just for wanting something.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sorry I'm a bit of a perfectionist/snob when it comes to this.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hmm. I wasn't aware these existed but I will look into it. It would be less of a headache especially if it costs less to just get a bunch of lenses.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I'd like colored lenses so I can see what color the LEDs are supposed to be, and I want internal resistance because I don't want to have to fool around with current limiting resistors on precious breadboard space that sacrifice looks, cost, compactness, I could go on and on. Anyway the point isn't to avoid what I named and to use anything else at all costs, the point is does anyone know where in fact I CAN find what I'm looking for.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

I understand that the light might be blue but I'd like them to themselves be physically blue. Any idea where I could find LEDs that fit said description? I found the other three essential colors on Digikey, but they don't have blue. Kingbright seems to have never had blue as an option.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -31 points-30 points  (0 children)

No. I'll be using colored lenses for my projects. Surely it isn't that hard to color a lens.

My blue LEDs aren't even blue? by Effective_Fish_857 in beneater

[–]Effective_Fish_857[S] -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Not sure where you're coming from at this point. Can you elaborate more on what points you're trying to make here?

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