Bicycle

Projects
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Anyone do a bicycle project for kids? I think I have a good grasp on the LED part, but what are people using for mobile batteries? a 5v LiPo or standard alkaline cells? Any input would be appreciated.

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There is a power banks with USB-C connectors which can deliver 5V 2.4A. So you can use approximately 40-80 LED strip and have fun :slight_smile: Just don’t forget to limit to 2400 mAmps in settings to prevent disaster.

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Thanks! I’ll do a search. guess I’ll need to stick to the frame. I’d like to do something for the wheels.

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For wheels it’s kind of complicated because they in motion and difficult to mount and tight them to wheel. But frame is more doable.

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This looks nice and the price reflects it: https://www.lightfurnitures.com/products/diy-programmable-bicycle-led-wheel-light
This is less pricey, but less capable: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001157732698.html

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Yeah, the POV stuff looks cool but from what I understand not so good for little kids bikes. You need to be going fast for them to get good results.

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I used the $7 5v phone chargers from walmart. The are small enough to carry more than one but they last a good while. The bike on the right has 115 leds. I used the WS2812B and ESP8266. These bikes are bright, they get tons of attention when we ride.

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