CFTBL Creature Hologram Lamp Upgrade ?

[SeikoKid]

Id like to fit a brighter bulb - just so I don't do anything I shouldn't - What is the max Wattage I can upgrade too? At present it is the original and I feel I could be a bit brighter ?

 

[Asiapinball]

Common way is to upgrade to mr16 gu5.3 led 12v. If you put a 7w led bulb in that is 50w equivalent compared to 29w for the original. I got a friend to 3d print a lamp holder to which i added wiring so it is plug and play. I can ask him how much to print one for you if you want to go that route. Haven't got around to fitting mine yet but probably will this week so can report back once fitted. I wouldn't just put a higher rated bulb in there as it may overload circuit.

 

[SeikoKid]

That's very kind thank you. At present im just looking to see if a bigger wattage filament lamp can be used as I will be selling the machine soon due to another incoming. Its not critical but feel it would be a nice thing to do and of course make the Creech a bit brighter

 

[Asiapinball]

Make sure the mirror reflector on the original fitment is clean and pointing the right way. They can get bent out of shape and it makes a big difference to the brightness if it is.

 

[SeikoKid]

Thanks. yes all previously checked and cleaned. Creech is fine but feel it could be a bit brighter as did another member

 

[Johnbeatle]

Common way is to upgrade to mr16 gu5.3 led 12v. If you put a 7w led bulb in that is 50w equivalent compared to 29w for the original. I got a friend to 3d print a lamp holder to which i added wiring so it is plug and play. I can ask him how much to print one for you if you want to go that route. Haven't got around to fitting mine yet but probably will this week so can report back once fitted. I wouldn't just put a higher rated bulb in there as it may overload circuit.

Any updates on how yours is working out? I'd be interested in the 3ds printed holder but also on instructions on how to update to GU5.3. haven't found instructions on how to do this.

 

[Johnbeatle]

Id like to fit a brighter bulb - just so I don't do anything I shouldn't - What is the max Wattage I can upgrade too? At present it is the original and I feel I could be a bit brighter ?

Can I just use something like this?

GU5.3/G4/GY6.35/GX5.3/GZ4 to BA15 Base Adapter

This BA15 adapter lets you convert your G4, MR16 or MR11 bi-pin bulb for use in a 15-mm bayonet base socket. Acceptable Bi-Pin base types include GU5.3, G4, GY6.35, GX5.3, and GZ4. Adapters are available in BA15S single-contact single-filament base with parallel locking pins, BA15D dual-contact...

www.superbrightleds.com

And then get the bulb from Marco?

https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/04-ESX-LED

 

[Ped]

My original filament bulb blew so rightly or wrongly I just cleaned the reflector and used a spare 12v led flasher I had in the spares box. Works well and is quite bright.

 

[Johnbeatle]

My original filament bulb blew so rightly or wrongly I just cleaned the reflector and used a spare 12v led flasher I had in the spares box. Works well and is quite bright.

Is that just a bayonet led you use in there?

 

[Ped]

Yep. Had a #89 superbright 8 smd flasher. Just a straight swap. From pinball-led I think

 

[SeikoKid]

I’m sorry I have sold the game. I never got that far in the end.

 

[David_Vi]

It's a good idea to swap to an LED as the incandescent can draw a lot of power and give you issues if you have mods installed. I had the fuse blow twice recently after installing Daveys chase echo breakout board so looking forward to getting a LED in there!
@Asiapinball

 

[Asiapinball]

Any updates on how yours is working out? I'd be interested in the 3ds printed holder but also on instructions on how to update to GU5.3. haven't found instructions on how to do this.

I got a couple printed and ready but not yet had chance to get them in the machine to test.