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Using Products from Other Vendors
In 2011, when we designed the original modular lighting system designed for large-scale use with LEGO® sets and scale models, we never dreamed that so many other companies would eventually enter the…
Rob Klingberg
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2 yrs ago
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Briksmax v2 connector compatibility question
Does anyone happen to know if the new larger Briksmax connectors are compatible with the larger (older) connector style on the BrickStuff adaptor boards? Thanks in advance!
Jonathan Keller
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3 mths ago
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Jonathan Keller
3 mths ago
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Max current for horizontal power connectors
Hi, I am powering a large number of LEDs, lighting effects, and some small video screens through the 2 channel horizontal power connectors. The build is only about half done and it's drawing about…
Blake Foster
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9 mths ago
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Rob Klingberg
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9 mths ago
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August 2023 update: Last batch-- get 'em while they last!
I see the Horizontal Magnetic Power Connectors (One Set, One Circuit) are out of stock again. Does the get them while they last indicate they will not be up for sale again???…
James Hall
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1 yr ago
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Rob Klingberg
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1 yr ago
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Horizontal Magnetic Power Connectors (One Set)
Any word on when these will be available? I am fairly new to this. Most companies use pico connectors I think they are called really dont know how those work.…
James Hall
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2 yrs ago
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Laurent Rive
1 yr ago
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Connector model numbers
In the interests of creating compatible cables at custom lengths to expand on these products - I was wondering if anyone knew/could tell me what the model numbers were for the Brickstuff connectors…
David Blaikie
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3 yrs ago
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maplevolt
3 yrs ago
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How to request a special order cable?
Rob - how do I request (I understand at extra cost) an additional spare 12, 24 or 36" 4-wire connecting cable with flat female plugs already attached at both ends? Thank you.
Richard Chewning
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3 yrs ago
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Richard Chewning
3 yrs ago
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availability of bulk packs of 24” & 1.5” connecting cables
I thought I recently saw bulk packs of 24” connecting cables, but perhaps I’m remembering incorrectly? Do you ever sell the 24” or 1.5” connecting cables in bulk packs? Thanks for the info!
ruebezahl
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3 yrs ago
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ruebezahl
3 yrs ago
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Magnetic Power Connectors for Trains
We are working on some new magnetic connectors that will allow power to pass between pairs of connectors. The connectors will fit inside the same size shell as the old-style LEGO train couplers…
Rob Klingberg
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4 yrs ago
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Scott Beasley
3 yrs ago
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Size of components
Hi all, I'm trying to add light to a MOC: the Saturn V Launch Tower (see https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10157496237283177&set=pcb.817169935354926 for an impression).…
Jaap van Ekris
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4 yrs ago
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Male to Female Extension Cable
For the model I am building I am planning to alternate between Battery power and USB power, but the expansion board will not be easily accessible. One way to make that easier would be an extension…
Keith Huggins
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4 yrs ago
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Rob Klingberg
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4 yrs ago
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Are instructions available for LEGO Disney castle platform?
Diana Burkhart
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5 yrs ago
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Rob Klingberg
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5 yrs ago
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Size of the micro plugs
Are the size of the micro plugs in the 1:9 expansion adapter compatible with JST 1.0mm plugs? What is the size of the large plugs in the expansion adapter?
David Shary
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5 yrs ago
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Rob Klingberg
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5 yrs ago
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Turntables for Displaying LEGO Sets
As we worked to develop our lighting kits for the LEGO Disney Castle, we had several customers tell us they planned to display their Castles on rotating turntables.…
Rob Klingberg
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Anthony Harris
6 yrs ago
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Hurrah! Vertical Power Connectors!
First, kudos and happy dance on the release of the Vertical Power Connectors! ... but no more three-packs? Was it a super teeny initial offering, or am I just that asleep at the switch? ;…
Paul George
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6 yrs ago
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Best long-wire ideas?
In my infinite wisdom, I've got the carnival land (working title: Liberty Park) on a 8-foot x 30-inch oblong-ish table top. That was my first mistake, but we won't solve that here.…
Paul George
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7 yrs ago
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Rob Klingberg
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7 yrs ago
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Cables for high powered leds
I have two high powered leds connected to a 3xAA power source and need to add a couple of light strips. What kind of adapter board/cable should I use? I'm afraid of connecting two 1x2 adapter boards…
Julio Preuss
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7 yrs ago
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Rob Klingberg
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7 yrs ago
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Fiat lux
You won't ever, really, be finished lighting the Ghostbuster HQ. You start with Rob's GBHQ lighting kit which comes with replacement Lego pieces fitted with lights.…
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