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I wanted a clock that I could see in a very dark area. Couldn't find a lit clock, so as suggested by the forum, maybe using LEDs.

here is the result.

The pix on the left is not lit-that is sunlight on it.
the pix on the right is lit.

I am pretty pleased with it.

That turned out well. But I gotta ask, what's the significance of the cat?

we have cats and dogs so a little decoration

I think you did a great job sir! Unfortunately, the dog is jealouos

Farley, very nice clock and adaptation of LEDs to light the dial. Can you show photos or explain how the LEDs are installed and powered and source of LEDs?

I brought the leds (3 to a strip) from a motorcycle place (custom dynamics).
Brought a tranformer from local electric store to go from AC to DC.
and brought a in-line switch.

I wasn't going to use a in-line switch I was just going to leave it on all the time until I did the math and didn't want to replace the leds after a year
(10,000 hours).

The hood over the clock allowed me to dig out the back of the hood in order to hide the LEDs. I ran the wire through a drilled hole in the back.

That came out very nicely. I like it.
Good work.

I like clocks ... I have a few old ones ...
Your picture of the clock when lighted does not show us the installation, would it be to much to asked that you post a picture of the details of the installation of the leds ?
I believe it always a good idea to be able to shut off when not needed.
Thank you for showing us your work.

will add pix when I get home tonight

A light detection switch(like used on outdoor lamp posts) would be useful(and a timer to shut off after 02:00)!

Yeah that would be too much!:eek:

Tis nicely done as is!:)