Making a Flux Capacitor from Back to the Future

Flux Capacitors are cool. So I made one! Check out my 7-month long journey of building a replica of this iconic prop form Back to the Future. I learned a lot and had tons of fun building this thing.
Wanna build your own flux capacitor? You can download my 3D STL files here: www.thingiverse.com/thing:516...
You can grab the code for the Arduino/LEDs/speaker and IR sensor as well as files for the dimensions on github here:
github.com/Rad-Bench/flux
Flux Backboard Template:
github.com/Rad-Bench/flux/blo...
Most of the 3D printed parts were modeled by me. I got some help from a really cool documentary called "Back to the DeLorean" AKA "Outatime". You can check out that documentary here:
www.vudu.com/content/movies/d...
The relay bodies and caps are a remix of a model found on thingiverse here: www.thingiverse.com/thing:430...
The build also uses acrylic for the Torr Relays, It's got an Arduino for controlling the LEDs, IR sensor and sound effects/speaker and it's built inside of a Stahlin j1210hpl fiberglass enclosure.
What would you have done different? Let me know what you think!
Parts list:
3D printer: Voxelab Aquila:
amzn.to/31O58kq
Stahlin J1210HPL(the box):
stahlin.com/product/j-series-...
Hot Glue Gun:
amzn.to/31O58kq
Label Maker(Note: find a vintage one if you can. Labels will be more accurate):
amzn.to/3pTEYVY
Spring-Back Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Wire
www.mcmaster.com/89085K87/
Acrylic Sheet(for window)
amzn.to/3SeMvvT
Push-on Seal with Glass Locking Slot
www.mcmaster.com/3275T22/
Clear Scratch- and UV-Resistant Cast Acrylic Bar
www.mcmaster.com/1227T42/
Solid Wire
www.mcmaster.com/8251T3/
Spring-Back Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Wire
www.mcmaster.com/9495K92/
Clear Scratch- and UV-Resistant Acrylic Rod
www.mcmaster.com/8531K13/
Clear Scratch- and UV-Resistant Acrylic Balls
www.mcmaster.com/1383K57/
Clear Scratch and UV-Resistant Acrylic Round Tube
www.mcmaster.com/8532K12/
Copper Tubing:
amzn.to/3yOV2fP
Tip Jack Connectors:
www.newark.com/johnson-cinch-...
4mm ID 6MM OD Tubing
amzn.to/3aH9q1X
Clear Gorilla Glue:
amzn.to/3RGJ2Wr
5V 4A Power Supply:
amzn.to/3RIxuSq
4-40 Round-Head screws:
amzn.to/3PRp7Td
Box Screws: #10-32 x 1-1/2 in. Machine Screw
www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-...
Washers:
amzn.to/3PuHrkC
Champaign Mist Spray Paint
www.lowes.com/pd/Rust-Oleum-U...
Silver Mirror Spray Paint
www.lowes.com/pd/Krylon-Speci...
Flat Black Spray Paint
www.lowes.com/pd/Krylon-COLOR...
Satin Coastal Gray Spray Paint(Box)
www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleu...
Filler Primer:
amzn.to/3z9OlXh
WS2812B LEDs:
amzn.to/3IICMcM
Arduino Uno Kit:
amzn.to/3IMr293
Breadboard:
amzn.to/3X6FPCO
Mini Speakers:
amzn.to/3aRphuF
Arduino MP3 Module:
amzn.to/3MJkQCe
Jumper Wires:
amzn.to/3cauaiM
22 AWG Solid Core Wiring:
amzn.to/3P8UHf3
Spark Plugs:
amzn.to/49crEAT
Power toggle switch:
amzn.to/43y2MB4
Potentiometer:
amzn.to/3ckxHv0
White Board:
www.lowes.com/pd/24-in-W-x-36...
Intro 00:00
The Box: 00:30
The Board: 01:27
Outtatime Doc: 02:06
Relays: 03:46
Relay Tubes: 08:40
LEDs: 11:50
Wiring: 13:42
Spark Plugs: 14:50
Light Bars: 15:58
Board Assembly: 17:42
Window: 21:13
Box Assembly: 21:42
Light Timing: 24:09
Beauty Shots: 26:47
Modes: 27:17
Conclusion: 29:33
#backtothefuture #fluxcapacitor #arduino #bttf #nanoleds #leds #acrylic #DIY_Electronics #electronics #props #propmaking

[@San_pedro_oo]

definitely the best LED sequence I've seen so far, really smooth flowing.

[@piero1985]

Amazing! The best prop replica I've seen

[@leafeater5453]

GREAT SCOTT!!! Man that is freaking awesome! I had an idea of building a miniature version and installing it on my ebike just for a bit of a laugh. I cannot believe the detail you put into it, especially when you said you never did this or that before. Far out!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! A mini version would be awesome on an ebike lol. You should do it!

[@FluxboxDK]

Such stunning work!! I love the dedication you have put in to this!

[@mantinimotors]

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Incredible work on this build. Truly a work of art.

[@rjjone2]

I really appreciate all the info and the inclusion of where to buy stuff and the files to use for prints. I've already ordered the box (used) and plan to order the rest soon.

[@dubbys]

Very nice job! Your attention to detail is unparalleled. Keep it up.

[@adamln1977]

Thank you so much for adding all the links in the description! You don’t know how thankful I am that you took the time, that’s a lot of time and research you did and saved everyone else the time and hassle of finding all that.

[@RadBenchYT]

You're welcome! It's such a fun build. I'm glad to help anyone get started on it!

[@florabellerosario1341]

Incredible! Most accurate one I've seen 🤩

[@kevinwren9480]

Just awesome Nate!

[@WrenchAtHome]

What an amazing project bro! Great work building this replica, you've really motivated me to finally start my own build (so thank you for the 3D files and the parts list as well!). Also, you did a great job editing this video, the whole process was very enjoyable to watch. So props to you, you've earned yourself a new subscriber!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! That's awesome, it's a fun build!

[@Sarahbuildsstepsequencers]

Whoa! Immaculate work! So impressive!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!🙏

[@EmmettLBrown2015]

Beyond brilliant!

[@JasonGlisson]

Really nice work on this. I do a lot of prop building and for you to tackle this properly with the research and not cutting corners takes a lot of effort and work. Excellent video and work on this!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! It was such a fun build. Learned a lot!

[@OldManTheseDays]

This is amazing. Awesome work!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!

[@cosmoferreri8366]

I uploaded my finished fluxcapacitor, with build video to follow. Thanks for your files. I did however have to heavily edit your code. Made quite a few changes. Also had to build my own box as importing 1 was going to cost $1000 just to import. But im quite impressed how it turned out.

[@newmonengineering]

I just found this video, you did an amazing job. The research and detail is awesome. This is probably the closest one I have seen and it has bonus modes and sounds. It looks amazing.

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks so much! Appreciate it!

[@braeburnhilliard8340]

That was really cool watching you build this! What an awesome job you did!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks so much!

[@maxdestefano8310]

That was first class work! All that attention to detail and effort put while designing each piece.. Not to mention you are sharing all this with us. Thanks a lot man, found this super interesting, and a great project! Subscribing to your channel for sure, happy holidays!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks so much!

[@bigsquatchsasfoot1964]

Dude you gotta be pleased with yourself and feel pretty damn elated after making that it’s absolutely superb I was blown away man well done 👏👏 I’m looking for a model one to put in my car lol

[@stuartrobson4891]

By far the best flux capacitor I've seen !

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks!

[@omarcruz7969]

Increíble work. Excellent explanation, thank you for sharing.

[@FishyFlishy]

I’ve been gone for just a few months and come back and see how much better the channel has gotten! I mean the audio and editing are really good!

[@RadBenchYT]

Wow, thanks so much! These are so fun to make. It's been a blast so far. Appreciate the kind words!

[@charlesduffey9026]

Awesome build!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!

[@Parenzi]

Projeto fantastico! Parabens.

[@jessicawren1748]

You are so talented

[@mauriciopareja3899]

excellent work!!!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!

[@sanojajesus]

insane what you did bro!

[@YuriShubenin]

amazing replica!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!

[@LL-gb8mn]

This is amazing! Great work. You got me really jealous there.

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!

[@FlyB4UDie]

That is so cool , great work , 👍✌️

[@ShinyTechThings]

Your channel is going to blow up soon once the algorithm pushes this and your other content. I'll binge watch some things next, but I actually want to make one of these for a backdrop in my office for my videos.

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks so much! It's a fun build, I recommend it!

[@Sarahbuildsstepsequencers]

Outstanding work!! Very enjoyable watching you build while hearing your commentary. Might you be building more from the Time Machine?

[@StevieBGoode]

This is NASTYYYYY. Great job

[@stevenA44]

Awesome project! I have a 3D printer and a long background in electronics and soldering so I just might try to make this. Thanks for the video. I came here from Thingiverse after seeing your project on there.

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks! It was a fun project. I recommend it!

[@wahiwoodworks3324]

This video deserves way more views

[@Rozhdestvo]

Mind blowing job..❤

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!

[@RichardTorno]

that is one hell of a project! amazing work! i can't imagine how much this will cost if someone has to buy the finished product. the craftmanship is top notch. :)

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks so much! Yeah, the amount of work involved wouldn't really make it feasible to sell them, I don't think. That and the IP infringement lol.

[@GHILLIESARCADEANDMORE]

Very cool and well done

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!

[@gavinchilly]

AMAZING work!!! Liked, Subscribed, Shared, Saved, Wowed, Watched 3 times, Hit Every link in the description, Offered a case of plutonium, Watched BTTF with the Family... Fantastic Work all around!

[@RadBenchYT]

🤣🤣🤣 Thank you!

[@johns2296]

I bought the Stahlin box several years ago, but put my FC build on the back burner because I was stuck at the dimensions of the window cutout and the parts were out of my range at that time. I just found this video, so hopefully I can get going on it again.

[@dh9030]

Incredible.

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks!

[@plazmax]

Superb 👏👍

[@fandombuilds6701]

DUDE!! this is amazing! Im beyond impressed :D def gonna give this a shot once i can afford to by the box :P so cool keep it up Rad!!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! I highly recommend this build! Not easy but it's super fun and satisfying to put together. I learned a lot.

[@fandombuilds6701]

@@RadBenchYT I'm a huge fan of the movies also and I'm looking forward to making the Flux Capacitor from this tutorial. I made a hoverboard-shaped plutonium box for my Marty Hoverboard on my channel, and I'm working on modeling all the accessory parts for the Pit Bull Board, again Rad great channel, looking forward to more :D

[@RadBenchYT]

@@fandombuilds6701 DUDE! Your channel is awesome! Nice work! Great audio, video, and editing! Keep it up. I'm gonna binge all your videos now lol

[@fandombuilds6701]

@@RadBenchYT AWESOME!! Thank you so much!! i'll do the same to yours :D

[@fandombuilds6701]

What do you think about doing g a collab?

[@paulstubbs7678]

Amazing detail, especially considering the unavailability of the original relays, I never saw that much detail watching the movie, so a way simpler build would have tricked me. Actually I have a few glass vials from my wife's insulin pens, they look kind of right for a version of this.

[@robhamilton5057]

Nice to see my stickers to to such good use!

[@RadBenchYT]

Love them! Thanks! I wanted to add a link for them in the description but I think the listing I used is down. Do you have a new link?

[@robhamilton5057]

@@RadBenchYT Not yet, took all my ebay listings down for christmas. Well done on your build its absolutely perfect!

[@RadBenchYT]

@@robhamilton5057 Thanks so much! Your stickers helped! Let me know when you re-list them and I'll throw a link in the description.

[@lawrenceobrien336]

This is a great build video, ane you have awesome tatse in synthwave ;)

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks!

[@lawrenceobrien336]

@@RadBenchYT I sent you an email regarding a possible upgrade to the electronics let me know what you think :)

[@lifeand2wheels381]

Fantastic work.. is there a detailed layout for how you did all the measurements for the pulsing lites and tor relays sparkplug wiring etc on the inside panel?

[@user-xl2gc2ce5w]

The best “how to” video I have ever watched. Amazing craftsmanship! Also, it convinced me to build one. I have almost finished the box, relays, and the board. Working on the electronics, but I need a new source for the MP3. Amazon indicates it’s not available.

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! There are mp3s in the GitHub link in the description. Good luck on the build, it's super fun! Edit: Realize you meant the MP3 Module, not the MP3s. Any arduino MP3 Module should work. I updated the description link to new ones on Amazon. Thanks for the heads up!

[@user-xl2gc2ce5w]

In the home stretch of this project which is the electronics and software. Must all of the Smart LEDs be connected to get it working? Doing a single 10 strip as a test prior to final installation. Nothing is working.

[@RadBenchYT]

@@user-xl2gc2ce5w Ahh man! It should work with any number of LEDs. I'd check your FastLED Library to make sure it's working on its own, then test with my code. This code was also written a while ago. I'm not sure if it will work with newer versions of fastLED. Good luck!

[@EduardoKrithinas]

Hey, wonderful job man!!! I'm trying to replicate and improve some aspects like stereo audio inside. Got one doubt here... the center led in your schematic is backwards right? It is supposed to light up when D12 goes HIGH...am I right? I think thre's no way for it to light up as it is shown, because you'll need some negative voltage at D12... Correct me please! Thanks!

[@tiouil9663]

parabens expetacular trabalho perfeito

[@originaltonywilk]

Really nice build ! Where did you get the Torr Labs labels from ? I built a 1/2-size one, mainly so I could 3D print the case as well but I have a full size model on my todo list :)

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! I got them on eBay but the listing is currently down. I believe you can find them on Etsy though.

[@reallyunimportant]

A lot of "never dones" in your conclusion, you did amazingly despite that!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks! Yeah, it was a learning process! Tons of fun though and super satisfying. 😎

[@LauraImagiire]

Hi!, what a great job!. I've one question, can I use a half-sized breadboard?

[@KRAFTWERK2K6]

All that hard work to put it together. No wonder it took Emmet Brown years and almost all his family fortune to make it possible :P

[@martinkuliza]

My god has it been that long ?

[@brandon351smith]

Great work! When I got into prop making, (2005ish) those 12x10 stahlin boxes used to be had for less than $100. Sometimes $65 brand new...The price spikes on this stuff is insane. I get it's been almost 20 years...but at the end of the day it's just a glorified breaker box. I often wonder if stahlin caught on...lol

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks! Yep, I think they know prop makers want those boxes!

[@vannquishgaming883]

Great project! Just making a start on it now. What post / terminal did you print? You appear to use a nut on yours but the 2 stl files already include the nut as part of the print?

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks! If you're talking about the tip jack connectors, I used real ones instead of printing them. You can get them here: www.newark.com/johnson-cinch-connectivity/105-0603-001/tip-jack-5700v-10a-black/dp/39F880

[@jeffparies9966]

What did you end up using for the window on the box? I didn't see an acrylic sheet or something similar listed in the parts list. Thanks for sharing such a cool project!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks! Yep, it's just a 3mm acrylic sheet.

[@M6Props]

This video is possibly the best flux capacitor replica video I have seen - you did an awesome job on your build. Thanks for sharing it. Are you willing to share your template for the white board with the holes etc. marked out? Great work - sub'd and can't wait to check out more vids. Cheers!

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks so much! Yep, the template is on GitHub: github.com/Rad-Bench/flux

[@Carp5586]

Excellent work! Was it difficult installing the window and seal?

[@RadBenchYT]

Yes, it was very tight! A lot of grunting involved lol. The trick is to start at one end and work your way around.

[@radekkrecek2608]

I want this great thing

[@d_mon9631]

HERE IT COMES

[@eddiedomingues728]

Which colour did you end up using? You verbally mention Battleship Gray but list Satin Coastal Gray Spray... Is it because its to difficult to find Battleship gray anywhere in spray? Thank you again for a super vid! Im also going to do this step by step and will eventually get the full specs in cutting out the tubs!!

[@RadBenchYT]

I used Rust-Oleum coastal gray. If you can't find coastal gray, Rust-Oleum satin granite is almost identical so it would be a good substitute but I think coastal is closer to the right color. Good luck with the build!

[@willlong8096]

Hey great project. And great job. I bought the box, spark cables, label gun… like 20 something years ago and was stuck on finding Torr relays! LOL. So I have a 3D printer and though. I bet someone has though of this before me. Bam! I have everything printed! And almost all the parts now. One question. Where did you mount the IR sensor. I did not see a hole in the board, in with the center LED? And where did the torr relay stickers come from? Thanks Will

[@willlong8096]

Well. I saw the IR sensor in the vid that time… lol.

[@EricDewitte]

Hello, congratulations on this great job! and thank you for sharing it with everyone. I have a question, the "Spark Plug Wire Set" ignition cables are nowhere to be found, would you have something similar to recommend ? Thank you.

[@RadBenchYT]

These should be the same ones: amzn.to/49crEAT

[@EricDewitte]

great ! thank you

[@sonicnarcotic.]

Awesome job man.

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!

[@alpenmilch6944]

Fantastic work, thank so much for providing everything and saving so much time for me and many others! But I have to ask: Would you also share the measurement of the board in the back?

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! The backboard as well as a few other files are on github: github.com/Rad-Bench/flux/blob/main/FluxBackBoard_RadBench_v3.pdf

[@alpenmilch6944]

@@RadBenchYT Fantastic! Again! You are just great! 💫

[@kproductions9963]

Absolutely amazing. I will for sure tackle this one day . Is everything available for the coding ?

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks! Yeah the code is available in the GitHub link. Not sure if it needs to be updated with new libraries. I've heard some people have had to modify it to get it working.

[@kproductions9963]

@@RadBenchYT much appreciated .

[@sithpadawan]

Hi. Your video is amazing. As someone who also built a Flux Capacitor replica trying to match even the screws (for example, the base was attached to the box using rounded black philips screws and I matched even that), I appreciate your work, but also wanted to point some little things you can improve in the future. First of all, the famous "close shot" of the movie, when Doc shows the flux capacitor to Marty... that's not the "A" flux capacitor. The "A" one is when Marty shows it to 1955 Doc after he hid the DeLorean and Doc shows Marty his drawing. That's the one that the restoration team restored. Little things here and there. That "potentiometer" next to the bottom relay is not part of the original flux capacitor. It was added as a quick/cheap fix of something that broke when the car was on display at Universal Studios and they didn't care about it. I know that piece it's displayed on the documentary, but that's not part of the original design, it was added much later, so you can get rid of that if you want. The original Stahlin box is ALMOST the same as the original. They change a couple of things in all these years. If you want the most accurate replica, the hinge must be changed (it was visible on the original box), the rivets have to be "inversed" (as weird as it sounds, the nice rounded end part of the rivet was on the interior, and the rivet pogs on the exterior, you can check that on movie and original flux stills). Also, the clamps where closer in the original box. You have to move them around 2cm each inwards. If you remove them, you can reuse the inner hole , but you have to fill the external holes, and make new inner holes. Also, the relay stickers and the label stickers are not accurate and the reyelay little pegs are not the correct ones (yours are too tall and the cilinder is not flush). The font on the relay stickers is not ok, and for the labels, they weren't made using a Dymo, but a 1/2" Rotex labeler. Just changing the red labels of the outside makes a HUGE improvement on the overall look of the capacitor. Again, not trying to bash your building. I think it's one of the most accurate and dedicated all around youtube and replica makers, but just wanted to point some improvements you can easily do in the future to make it even better. With all the pieces and with the help of a friend that has a little workshop, we spent around 35-40 hours on the building, so I know what you've been through. Congrats on your replica!!!!

[@RadBenchYT]

Wow! Thanks so much for the info! You know your stuff! I was aware of a couple of these but not everything. I appreciate the time you took to write that out. I'll definitely reference this when I make changes to it. I tried to use non-permanent gluing methods because I knew there were things I was going to want to change. It's a work in progress! Thanks again!

[@paullawrence6606]

You forgot to add the sizzle electrode sound the flux capacitor made when Doc Brown was showing Marty at the Twin Pines Mall scene.

[@WhoYaGonnaCall]

This is heavy! 😎 Great work!👍 We've made a video about building the "Time Circuit Display" from Back to the Future. 😊

[@ryanrobertson9767]

This is so helpful! What did you use for the window plastic? I need to source that. Kindly

[@RadBenchYT]

I must have missed that in the parts list. I ordered these but any acrylic sheet should be fine: amzn.to/3SeMvvT

[@brianlassiter5302]

Amazing build! Did I hear you right when you said you have no experience whatsoever with Arduino coding or Chase pattern light programming? If not you sure made it look incredibly easy. I have all the materials to finish mine, but I am stuck with the program coding on the Arduino. Can you advise? Thx

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks! Yes, it was my first arduino project and I've forgotten everything lol. I'd recommend looking up FastLED tutorials if you can't get the lighthing working. I remember it was a lot of trial and error to get things working correctly.

[@Delorean29]

I like this! 2 LED lights at a time should be lit 6 LEDs in each :) I have 100% the same box the right color I go crazy how do I get the window back? First the rubber strip in place??

[@LuisLopez-xk4tg]

This is incredible work. It inspired me to make my own. I already bought the expensive box and several elements. But the back board diagram is no longer available. Could you reupload it please?

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! It's on the github page: github.com/Rad-Bench/flux/blob/main/FluxBackBoard_RadBench_v3.pdf

[@rphillips1217]

This is fantastic! I'm currently in the process of building this using your instructions, and it's going really well. If you read this - what paint color did you use for the spark plug boots? Thanks in advance and thanks so much for the video and files!!

[@RadBenchYT]

Cool, thanks! I just mixed some acrylic paint until I got a color that I thought was accurate. Then I watered it down so it could be sprayed with a paint gun. Have fun with the build! 👍😀

[@rphillips1217]

@@RadBenchYT Awesome thank you!! One last question - where did you source the power switch? I can't seem to find that in the components list, but i've found everything else. Thanks again!!

[@RadBenchYT]

@@rphillips1217 ahh I guess I missed that one. amzn.to/43y2MB4

[@rphillips1217]

@@RadBenchYT Okay, so i'm getting there with this. Your instructions have been INCREDIBLY helpful. I'm just about to start wiring, but I noticed the Arduino kit in your link doesn't come with the breadboard you used. Any idea where I could get one, or what the brand of yours was? I'd love to use the cradle/mount you mocked up for it if possible. Thanks man!!

[@RadBenchYT]

@@rphillips1217 sure, I used this one: amzn.to/3X6FPCO

[@WesleySwipes]

Amazing project! Do you have the cut lengths for the relay tube assembly (acrylic, copper, wire etc)?

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! Yes, luckily I still have those dimensions in my notes so I made a diagram here: github.com/Rad-Bench/flux/blob/main/FluxingTube_Dims.pdf

[@WesleySwipes]

@@RadBenchYT Excellent! Started ordering the parts. Once again, such an amazing project. Will look great with next to the Time circuit display I made a couple of years ago!

[@raylangivens548]

Hello. What gasket did you use ? I can't find a joint that behaves well to do the rounding

[@RadBenchYT]

For the window seal? McMaster Carr. I think every part I used has a link in the video description.

[@pathollywood06]

What size is the capacitor that you used on the breadboard? I'm in the process of getting parts to finally finish up my flux capacitor build.

[@RadBenchYT]

1000uF 16v :)

[@zx9rninja105]

Rien que un mot''IMPRESSIONNANT' '

[@RadBenchYT]

Merci!

[@jefferyswan4401]

Wow!!! So very cool... Been working on mine for aout a year but after seeing this, I think it's going to be time to start over. P.S. You have a mistake in your schematic... The Cap goes from Vcc to GND not in series with Vcc.

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! You're right, I'll update the graphic on the GitHub.

[@Carp5586]

Where did you find the black window seal? Thanks -

[@RadBenchYT]

McMaster-Carr: www.mcmaster.com/3275T22/

[@raylangivens548]

I managed something with fastled, I don't know if I could put sound but at least there will be light. Just one thing, how to get the amber color with the led strip? What are your color blends?

[@RadBenchYT]

Cool sounds like you're making progress :) Those color values are all in the github(github.com/Rad-Bench/flux/blob/main/IR_n_LED19.ino ). For instance Hue, Saturation, Value: CHSV(22, 200, 100); More info here: github.com/FastLED/FastLED/wiki/FastLED-HSV-Colors

[@rjjone2]

Can you upload the file for mounting of the USB and power connector to make the external connections? I don't see that part in your Thingiverse files. Also for the code to work with the LEDs, does it matter what order they are cut off of the strip? Does each light have its own address that I'd need to make sure my lights are aligned correctly with what is in the code?

[@RadBenchYT]

Hi, Thanks for letting me know. PowerUSBMount and PowerUSBTemplate have been uploaded to Thingiverse. LEDs can be cut anywhere. The first light that receives a signal will be light #0. The next will be light #1, etc, etc. So where you cut them doesn't matter. The direction of the lights does matter, though. There should be arrows on the LED strip showing which direction the signal should flow.

[@tnxmatze]

nice

[@jonnyphenomenon]

hah! @5:03 one of my relay bracket holder things jumped a little bit at the exact same spot! What are the odds?! - I am in the middle of building this myself. relying heavily on your dimensions and your examples. I reworked the relay bodies so I could mount them in my oscillating sander and smooth them out. The original relays looked like they had a zinc chromate coating on them, so I tried to replicate that with brass/gold paint with mists of red, green and blue at different angles. I think they came out pretty well. I am working on the vac tubes now. Drilling through that quarter inch acrylic rod was a lot of fun....

[@RadBenchYT]

Cool! I'd love to see pics when you're done!

[@rjjone2]

What is the size of the opening you cut on the front and the radius's in the corners?

[@RadBenchYT]

Good Question! Just uploaded a diagram to the github: github.com/Rad-Bench/flux/blob/main/Flux_Door_Cutout.pdf

[@pathollywood06]

Followed this to a tee and I am having some issues with the volume up and volume down buttons not working somewhere. Do you have any idea on why this might not be working correctly? I've checked the sketch file and did not find anything for those buttons except for the define button portion. Thanks! Edit: I noticed that pins IO_1 and IO_2 weren't connected in your pinout diagram. Does this make any difference for the volume control?

[@pathollywood06]

Update: I got the volume buttons to work as I had to put in some simple code in the file. Getting closer to finishing!

[@Teddy-tj2qc]

Hello, the paint rustoleum satin coastal Gray, doesn't exist in France. Do you have an other brand or reference please ? 🙂

[@andytren9498]

Laser cut plastic Acrylic what watt?

[@ivanfreitas]

Sensational! You went deep into building fidelity. Congratulations. Would you sell?

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! Sorry, I can't part with it just yet!

[@martinkuliza]

If you want to buy one (Exactly like in this video) i can build you one if you're interested

[@MattyMosArcade]

Standing ovation.

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you!

[@heathhayes2129]

I was wondering if you have a template of the back board

[@RadBenchYT]

Yep it's on the git: github.com/Rad-Bench/flux

[@Matthew_Scan]

Amazing job I’d love to do that I’d screw it up though

[@westopping1457]

How are the LED's strips wired? I am trying to adapt your code to another build that has 4 NeoPixles per Y arm. Are they wired as one string of addressable lights or 3 separate strings?

[@RadBenchYT]

They're wired as 3 separate strips but one data cable splits off into each so they're controlled as one strip. If I tell light #1 to turn on, 3 lights would turn on. Light #1 would turn on for each strip. Hope that makes sense! There's a diagram here: i.imgur.com/FiTQshG.jpg Good luck with the build! If you decide to post it online, let me know! I'd love to see it!

[@LadyTea]

@@RadBenchYT You should add this and your template to your git hub, as well as the sound files.

[@RadBenchYT]

@@LadyTea Good idea! Added them to the git. github.com/Rad-Bench/flux

[@LorenaMDGOSKOSSUPERMAN]

i like music 13:13

[@JesseLaRusso]

what software do you use to create these Prints?

[@RadBenchYT]

I used Autodesk Maya to make these but if I was doing it today, I'd use Fusion 360. It's much easier for this type of work. There's some great tuts on KZbin for Fusion if you're learning.

[@JesseLaRusso]

@@RadBenchYT thank you, I'll look into it

[@still-plays-with-trains2550]

Amazing flux capacitor!!! Is there any chance you could link the template you used/the one you created? If its okay I'd like to use it for my own build

[@RadBenchYT]

Thanks! I believe everything I used is either on thingiverse or the GitHub page: github.com/Rad-Bench/flux

[@still-plays-with-trains2550]

@@RadBenchYT thank you!! I dug a little deeper and did end up finding it! Is there a specific size of paper the template is sized to be printed out on? Or is it just kind of trial and error with the sizing?

[@RadBenchYT]

@@still-plays-with-trains2550 I think I just printed it out on 2 letter pages and taped them together.

[@befpv729]

Hello, nice work. Whats the size of Acrylic ball ?

[@RadBenchYT]

Thank you! They're 3/4 inch. www.mcmaster.com/1383K57/

[@befpv729]

@@RadBenchYT thanks

[@Delorean29]

Time 19:59 can you fix 3 of these for me the one you hold in the bracket the one with the mason & the black one? What would it cost?

[@RadBenchYT]

Not sure what you mean by can I fix them. If you mean can I print them, sorry I don't do prints but you can get them printed at shapeways.