Building your custom Neopixel lightsaber can be daunting, but with a bit of effort and patience, you can construct your own light show. A Neopixel LED strip is an LED strip that contains individually addressable LEDs. They come in various lengths and colors and can produce complex animations and effects. With the right parts and soldering skills, you can create a dazzling display that is perfect for any Star Wars fan or anyone looking to add some flair to their home lighting setup.

Things to Consider

When constructing your custom Neopixel lightsabers, there are a few things to consider. First, you’ll need to decide on the size of your saber and what length of Neopixel LED strips you'll need. The most common sizes are 1 meter (3 feet) or 2 meters (6 feet), so research available length options before deciding what works best for your project. Additionally, different types of neo-pixel sabers have varying color options available; double-check which type you plan on using for your saber build. 

Next, purchase the necessary supplies and tools required for building your saber: an Adafruit Trinket mini microcontroller board with a USB connector; an Arduino Pro Mini board; solderless connectors; electrical tape; a power supply adapter; female DC jack connectors; single-strand wire in 22 gauge or higher; shrink tubing; heat shrink tubing; one double-stranded 18 gauge wire in black/red combination (or something similar); and appropriate tools such as wire cutters/strippers and crimpers/pliers if needed. 

How To Build It?

Now that everything is ready begin soldering the components together as per the diagram provided with the original kit purchased online or from your local electronics store. Start by adding one end of the Adafruit Trinket Mini Microcontroller board with a USB connector into one side of the Arduino Pro Mini board. Ensure all connections are secure before proceeding further – this will help ensure reliable power flow throughout the assembly stages. 

Next, connect the male DC jack connectors onto both ends of the double-stranded 18 gauge black/red wire combination—this will serve as the main power line for when plugging in a wall charger or portable battery pack later on during the completion phase – then attach those two jacks onto both sides of Adafruit Trinket Mini Microcontroller board with USB connector by firmly soldering them into place. 

At this point, all components should be securely fastened together. Ensure no loose wires are visible before proceeding further. Once all has been verified, go ahead and attach male DC jack connectors at opposite ends, now powering up the saber fully. Next, place appropriate heat shrink tubing along the blade portion before testing it out. If everything appears functional, proceed further by placing shrink wrap carefully over exposed metals, followed shortly after by securing the cap piece atop the blade end. Tighten down screws accordingly when finished. Now sit back and relax while admiring new custom-built neo-pixel sabers.

 Creating custom Neopixel lightsabers doesn't have to be complicated. With the right parts and tools knowledge, it can produce an impressive light show worthy of any Star Wars fan home lighting enthusiast. So follow the steps outlined above, and rest assured, successfully build results time. Whether re-gifting yourself to friends and family this holiday season, these illuminated swords always make lasting impressions.