Here s how i go about building a pvc lightsaber.
Pvc lightsaber parts list.
1 and 1 1 4 pvc 1 male and female connector and black o rings.
I don t have a miter saw.
Some builders use upvc instead of pvc.
Cut coupling at a 30 angle with a miter saw or hacksaw putting the coupling on the end of the pipe will give you something to grip while cutting.
Grab some pvc spray paint leds and a few other diy trinkets then make a lightsaber.
Why a hardware store of course.
My brother and me used these to choreograph fight scenes for plays charities parties and fun.
There are 199 lightsaber parts for sale on etsy and they cost 29 21 on average.
I took home the handful of plastic parts screwed them all together ground off the lettering on the sides and painted them with some.
I cut the shroud and grip from the 1 1 4 pvc.
Note this is not a lightsaber with fancy light up blades or sounds.
Test fit to determine your preference.
This infographic created by herbert pocket is a step by step guide for building a nerd s dream.
Build a lightsaber from the plumbing aisle.
In this episode we have a challenge to see who can make the best lightsaber out of pvc only.
Aug 23 2016 how to make an affordable lightsaber.
I get my pvc stock and parts.
I cut this stuff by hand.
I cut the main body of the hilt from 1 pvc.
While i added vinyl tube to the blade to pr.
The most popular color.
Cut the piece of pvc pipe to 9 long with a chop saw or hacksaw.
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Pvc lightsaber with metal hilt.
A pvc lightsaber is a style of lightsaber hilt constructed primarily from pvc pipe and pvc fittings found in a hardware store s plumbing section.
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Did you scroll all this way to get facts about lightsaber parts.
The most common lightsaber parts material is wood.
Upvc is stronger and more durable than pvc.
Build a star wars inspired lightsaber with a visit to the plumbing aisle of a home improvement or hardware store.
I walked around the pvc aisle looking for cool pieces and slowly piecing together my own custom lightsaber handle.
This guide is to show how to make a high quality pvc lightsaber.
Sep 17 2017 diy pvc lightsaber template google search.