El wire projects

Electroluminescence (EL) is an optical phenomenon and electrical phenomenon in which a material emits light in response to the passage of an electric current

EL Wire Neon Nixie Style Clock: This Instructable describes how to make a clock using EL wire. The design of this clock resembles a combination of a Neon sign and a Nixie clock. While creating a "Neon" name board with EL Wire, I wanted to add some animation. This resulted in some…

Versatile and efficient, electroluminescent (EL) wire is widely used by artists to illuminate clothing, bicycle spokes, turntables and even cars. But how does this cool product work with so little power and without a visible energy source?

diy neon light sign. how to make neon wall art with el wire- perfect for words or a symbol like a heart, I have Ideas for 2 projects with video tutorials for both. The lights go through the canvas for a fun project!

Light Up Costume: This brief tutorial will walk you through how to make a light up costume using electroluminescent wire (el wire). This costume in particular was custom made for DJ performing around the world. I worked closely with the designer and the el wire…

EL Wire Cube Sculpture: Materials: 7x7x3/4" steel plate 10' of 3/4" square steel tubing 5 colors of el wire, each color is a single strand approximately 8ft, each color forms a "band" of parallel strands, 10 strands wide, each strand is 2.2mm thick EL Wire splitter 5-outp…

EL Wire, also known as Electroluminescent wire, is a stiff wire core coated with phosphor and then covered with a protective PVC sheath. When an AC signal is applied to it, it glows a cool neon color. Find out how to solder, power, and work with EL Wire in your next project.

Create a wire frame mask on a bike helmet! Great for parades, Burning Man, or any time you want to get noticed in the dark. If you’re looking for an easy, fun, and glowing Halloween costume this ye…

How to Make Your Own Illuminated Sign (with Pictures) so wanna try this!!

The Full "How To" Manual for EL (Electroluminescent) Wire: Disclaimer : This is my First Instructable. I appreciate any constructive criticism and helpful advice. Now any of you who just ramble on about “I’m just in it for the money” or “You misspelled instruction” or “He’s trying to control the world” ju…