This is research , surely someone has advice.
What lamp do you use?
Is led better?
My old fluoresce is ok but would like to Upgrade

lamp

This lamp bounces $80-$130.

Hi Mike,

I just recently converted my old fluorescent fixture to LED's... was worth the time and effort. I used bright white lights (2 strips of 10 LED's each) powered by a 12 Volt DC converter. This provides an intense amount of light without the buzz of the old fluorescent fixture. They also generate very little heat. I would definitely recommend LED's as they have a very long life and their is no dealing with the hazardous waste of the fluorescent bulbs. Hope this is helpful to you.

Serge, Now we're talking. I'd like to do the same thing, but don't know how to go about it.
Can you give us the details?

Hi Dave,

I need a lot of light when I'm working at the bench (read... old guy!) and I was tired of the buzzing that my mid century Dazor desk lamp produced. (Pic attached of similar lamp for reference). Love the lamp, it's perfect for my needs but hate the buzzing! While the fluorescent tubes stay basically cool, I also did not want to deal with them due to the hazardous waste (mercury). This is what go me to consider an LED conversion.

I had access thru work to some industrial grade LED's that are used in commercial bus applications. These units are mounted on nice PCB's and have aluminum heat sinks to keep them cool and they were almost the same length as the tubes they were replacing.

Let me try to explain what i did....

I removed the fluorescent tubes and in their place I fastened the two sets of LED strip lamps directly to the lamp housing where the tubes mounted. I then ran the wiring along the outside of the lamp arms and completed the wiring to the 12 volt DC converter. I'll take some pictures of the completed project and post them. Along with the power converter I included an in-line on/off switch. The project took about 1/2 hour to complete and I could not be happier with the results!

I can supply you with all the info on the power converter and in-line switch if you would like. These are all Amazon supplied parts. As for the LED's you can find LED's on a sticky backed strip that can be used in the same manner although it might take some more work to accomplish the conversion.

If your interested I can see If I can still get my hands on the LED lamps and I would pass them on to you at my cost

More pictures to follow...

Serge,
Yes I am interested. I also have an old Dazor 2 tube lamp, but it's the one that clamps on with the adjustable arm that you can position exactly where you want it. I like it the way it is, but don't like the buzzing. One light is getting hard to light anyway. I could replace tubes and starter, but I'd still have the buzzing.

Here are the pic's of my converted lamp:

Pic #2...

Nice workspace, looks plenty bright. Thanks for your help. Still researching, lighting is a science in itself. Architect , surgeon lamps, maybe overthinking this
The homemade led may be the way to go.

I agree Mike, Looks like a very good light. I have found a modern equivalent for about $150.

Still trying to make a decision myself.

Gent's

Just as a point of reference (discounting the original cost of the Dazor lamp) this conversion cost me less than $50 to complete.

I went through a couple of lamps before settling on this one

http://www.amazon.com/Ultra-Ef...ui_search_detailpage

It gives off plenty of light, is very adjustable, and of course has the handy magnifier too

Thank you
That one is in the mix.
with lupes I don't use the center lens that often.
Why does it look like a loo?
This is the old lamp,will keep for another 30 yrs.
But must modernize!

Well, like all good husbands, of course, you will keep the lid down most of the time!

Serge, I see you like to work with the same two sets of screwdrivers that I use.

Just curious,.. which one do you like better, and why?

Regards,
Larry

Just had to try this , My Dazor light was humming bad,then came the smoke show That's right the ballast burned up.What a smell ! I like the lamp so I decided to convert it to LED.
Got two led bulbs from the bay for $28.00 followed the directions and in 1/2 hr. my light became led with bright day lite bulbs. Now no more hum or heat
Plenty of light now

Thomas I looked for a replacement LED for my lamp but wasn't able to locate one.

Can you tell me where you found yours please.

Mike

Here is the # to the bulb LED F15T8 Tube Light(Rotatable)-T8 18"-Daylight G13 Fluorescent Replacement Bulb.You have to un-wire the ballast and the on off switch. real easy to do this is the 120 volt they have others that run on 12-36 volts

seller on -bay fulight

Hi Larry,

I have just realized that I missed you post and question... my apologies for that! I started with the cheap Chinese set as I going thru the learning process and while the handles are OK the blades are C#$P! and constantly fall out of the holder... guess you get what you pay for The Bergeon set provide a nice swivel head and much better blades that retain their shape longer. I tend to switch back and fourth using the China set for the very large screws and the the Bergeon set for the finer / smaller screws.