how to make projector at home

 

everyone deserves a chance to get a quality projector at a fair price. I’ve written a few blog posts about how you can do so.

How to make projector at home  My joy today is to share my experience on how to make your own projector using regular household items you can find in the market. I just wanted to show how easy it was to create a projector following these 2 videos, but I realized that there is still a lot of curiosity with regards to the materials and parts used in creating one

This can be credited to a lot of people who have been supporting me and more importantly the people that are spreading the word about how to make a projector at home, as it is becoming a trend nowadays and most especially among our Filipino youth that I want to help out for you guys to save and enjoy quality time with your family or friends.

 

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Although it is not that difficult to find the best projector for your budget, you can never be completely sure of what you are buying.

This article will teach you how to make a projector at home using simple items found in any grocery store or hardware store.

Materials needed:

Small cardboard box(es)    - one for each lens

Box cutter (razor blade) - Optional if scissors work better for you, but they can get messy and dull quickly. Try several different ways to see which is easier/preferable to use on the type of cardboard box being used.

Tape - Regular tape is preferable over Duct Tape.

Poster/Painter's Tape - Optional, for designating a slit for the light to shine through the back of the projector.

Scissors or box cutter

Two small mirrors or two small sheets of glass - These can be purchased at any hardware store and usually cost only a few dollars. 

 

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Tin foil - Optional, if you need additional help with directing the light into your lamp. However, it is much easier to make it so that the light shines directly into your lamp and not out into space. Try to avoid using clear tape or plastic, which is light sensitive and will fog up in the projector.

Glue - Optional, for securing your mirror to the cardboard box. I used Elmer's Glue for this purpose.

Light source - Your lamp should be at least 100 W, and preferably a little more if you are trying out the projector to see how well it works. A 100 W incandescent bulb will give you a nice, clean picture and still allow you to see fine details in your projected image (especially if you add mirrors). If you want to get really fancy, you can use a strobe light or solar cell that is charged by the sun.

Light bulbs - At least two, one for each lens. If you are going for a more professional look, try to find the same type of bulb and make sure it is a tight fit in the projector. A loose bulb will rattle around or fall out of your lamp if it is not secured with glue or tape.

Light-sensitive foil - Optional, but helps with focusing your images onto your wall or screen. You can also try experimenting with clear tape, plastic wrap, or aquarium glass (if you have no other choice).