How To Make a Robot Pipe Lamp - DIY

How to make an industrial robot pipe lamp
In this video I show how to make an industrial robot lamp from galvanized pipe fittings. This is a very simple and easy project. I used an old desk lamp for the head of the robot. I added a multi-colored LED bulb to give it a little color and character. This little Steampunk robot can be made in one evening with very few tools. I think I may add a base later because it’s a little top-heavy.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS
FILING, SANDING & GRINDING:
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WELDING/ SOLDERING/HEAT
Milwaukee Dual Temperature Heat Gun amzn.to/2CIX1bh
DUST COLLECTION
Shop-Vac amzn.to/2pRmLty
HAND TOOLS
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GLUES, ADHESIVES & TAPE
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CLAMPING, VISES and GRIPPING:
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MATERIALS
Multicolor RGB LED Bulb amzn.to/2yJU1qH
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6 @ ¾” x 2” Galvanized pipe nipple amzn.to/2RRnHLc
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WARNING:
This video is only for entertainment purposes. If you rely on the information portrayed in this video, you assume the responsibility for the results. Always think ahead. Every project you try is at YOUR OWN RISK.

[@VIDEOEPPO]

I had never seen someone using vacuum cleaner to pull the thread like that...cool...I will try this project soon!

[@Makebuildmodify]

I learned that trick from an electrician. He would use the vacuum to pull the string through conduit and then pull the larger pull rope with the string and finally pull the wire with the pull rope.

[@FISHBREATHH]

Nice move with the vacuum.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@jughead254]

@@Makebuildmodify ,,,,,,

[@rmnshrm4]

It's like a light head but good 👍😁😅

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thank you!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Hey! I've always wanted to make one of these popular robot pipe lamps. Let me know what you think in the comments. There's a material list in the description. Enjoy!!

[@TomsBackyardWorkshop]

Your robot appears to have a broken back. Its a bit unnerving.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Ha! robots don't have backs....

[@variostar5569]

Вы цены вообще видели на такие детальки? Да на таких роботах разориться можно.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Роботы дорогие

[@JedidiahShultzIrishCraftsman]

Haha! He’s awesome!! The opening shot was great and love the straight forwardness (making words up 😁) of the project. Great job Justin!!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Jed. Yeah, I had a little fun with the intro.

[@JedidiahShultzIrishCraftsman]

Haha! 😁 you’re very welcome

[@TheEightshot]

actually laughed when you use the vac to route the wire, So simple. genius.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Lol, Thanks!

[@ManCrafting]

Cool looking robot. What’s the total cost for parts?

[@Makebuildmodify]

Too much. I think is was about $100.00. But I justified it because of the video.

[@tryingharder6392]

Really nicely done. Thanks for uploading. Yep, I'll be building something similar now.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for watching!

[@trevsutton8185]

Love it , great video 👍 Thanks for the materials list that helps a lot 👍👍 Might include some wood with mine 🤔🤔!!!.... Keep up the good work

[@Makebuildmodify]

You bet! I think I my put mine on a wooden base too.

[@jaggernaught2129]

I want to thank you for posting this awesome video, as it gave me the inspiration to reproduce the lamp as a gift for my grandson’s Birthday. He loves it and gets mad when it’s time to turn it off for bedtime! I did mount it to a base and incorporated a dimmer switch, to use a normal led bulb. And the vacuum trick worked like a charm! Thanks again!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing! I never know if a video has been an inspiration.

[@sanguchito7381]

This is a really cool idea, but exposed metal piping that's not earthed is a death trap. You are one loose wire away from grabbing the thing and being unable to let go.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Most lamps in the United States are not typically earthed or "grounded".

[@workdowg]

Wicked... I love ideas that come from just being around tools and parts all the time.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Thomas!

[@AsadTheLeo]

Hahaha you slaughter the lamp at 3:00 but its a good idea to turn such a boring lamp into nice robot lamp

[@Makebuildmodify]

Ha! Yeah killed it!

[@KE4YAL]

That is just too cool 😎 Thanks for sharing

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Jerry!

[@ideasmedia2307]

How to make a robot with pic pipe?

[@Makebuildmodify]

I'm not sure what you're asking.

[@minniemins7778]

About how much did this cost to make?

[@Makebuildmodify]

That depends on the cost of the pipe fitting at the time of purchase. When I build this lamp it was about $100.00 in parts.

[@foos.998]

Okay, even if I didn’t already love, robots, industrial art, and lamps, the vacuum trick was worth the watch 😆

[@Makebuildmodify]

I know, right!? It works great.

[@griZoid]

Hey man! This is very nice, I can't find the items in Romania :( I am not a plumber nor have I any knowledge about the parts, is there maybe a different terminology for all the pipes here? help!

[@Makebuildmodify]

I'm not sure what to say about finding these parts near you. Maybe just buy them on Amazon. I think I linked them in the description.

[@kristiannissen6366]

You should give the poor guy some adjustable wrenches or crocodile clamps for hands :-D

[@Makebuildmodify]

Good idea!

[@wagnerluis764]

Amazing project...CONGRATULATIONS 🤖👍🤖👍🤖👍🤖👍🤖👍

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!🤖🤖🤖🤖

[@snfradio]

Great project! I LOVE the vacuum/string method! Thanks!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Glad you liked it!

[@Yellow.Dog.]

Love it! Will give it a go as my granddaughter loves "bo-bots"! (waiting for the euro comments on grounding. Must be something in the water over there!)

[@Makebuildmodify]

Ha! I hope it turns out well.

[@pacochavez461]

great job SIr

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@BruceAUlrich]

What a cool little guy! Love it!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Bruce!

[@longboyize]

Wow, and just Wow! and the vacuum trick is so cool! .

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@michael-michaelmotorcycle]

You forgot to use pipe dope - just incase he ever gets gas! Ha, fun build.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Ha! Next time.

[@marioman1815]

please make a face helmet for this robot lamp it will look much amazing

[@Makebuildmodify]

Interesting idea.

[@ideasmedia2307]

Nice

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@andresmorales9616]

Great video, Good idea, voy hacer uno también, gracias por tus aportes

[@Makebuildmodify]

¡Increíble! Espero que vaya bien.

[@godspi4609]

That vacuum trick though...👏👏👏👏👏👌

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Scott!

[@gunnarbiker]

I'm amazed how fast you work! LOL

[@Makebuildmodify]

;)

[@joeguilfoyle1922]

This is really cool. I was looking for the Lamp/Liquor dispenser though. I've seen them on pintrest for sale but want to make it myself. If you have the details, please let me know. Thanks.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Joe! I don't have any plans for a drink dispensing version. I wish I did. But if you think about it, it's probably a pretty straight for build.

[@joeguilfoyle1922]

@@Makebuildmodify Not sure if you can see this link. There are many like these i.pinimg.com/originals/bc/20/c6/bc20c6c453b8ab91b33b21d5ecdc96e1.jpg

[@Makebuildmodify]

@@joeguilfoyle1922 Yes, That's the one I was thinking of! It looks like it would use the same fittings but just add a few extra to hold the bottle and the valve.

[@delilahtannehillram2001]

Luxo-bot?

[@Makebuildmodify]

;)

[@danthemakerman]

Love it!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Dan!

[@ddm3125]

That trick with the vacuum!

[@Makebuildmodify]

I know, right!? I worked so well!

[@thedistractedmaker]

When I see this all I hear is HEYYYYYY

[@Makebuildmodify]

;)

[@pacowang283]

That is just excellent!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@jayseereviews]

I love it, good work omg!!!!!!!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@StudioJLT]

Very cool!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@billygarfield5520]

Too cool. Thanks!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for watching Billy!

[@jotka132]

chcę to.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Mój! ;)

[@AndyCPugh]

What a cool lamp!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Andy!

[@X3WorkshopDesigns]

HAHA. Awesome!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@r3d3jf]

Nice job. 👍

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thank you!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@fcschoenthal]

Just found your channel about a week ago and really like some of the stuff you do. Glad to see that you're posting again after a long absence.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks! I'm a home builder during the day. So I can only do so many video. But I'm trying. Thank for watching my videos!