safe lighting

[diesel3500]

Anyone ever put lighting in there safe. I have the lights that go in the top but they just dont light up the bottom. Just looking for any tips or ideas.

[juicemon]

Try running some rope lights inside around the door opening.

[JediJJJ]

Check out http://www.litetechauto.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=28

I've been looking into lighting mine and this looks pretty good.

[MP15TDriver]

Check out http://www.litetechauto.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=28

I've been looking into lighting mine and this looks pretty good.
That looks intriguing. I've love to hear if anyone has used one yet.

[MP15TDriver]

Oh, heck, I decided to buy it based on what I saw in this thread:

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=456064

Looks like a nice system at a decent price.

[MX124]

Are you creative at all?
I use this stuff for all kinds of stuff.

http://www.elementalled.com/shop-by-item/strip-lights.html

A little pricey but they are the brightest and best quality stuff I've used...

[RifleGuy]

Are you creative at all?
I use this stuff for all kinds of stuff.

http://www.elementalled.com/shop-by-item/strip-lights.html

A little pricey but they are the brightest and best quality stuff I've used...
Going this route for the Coke machine I'm converting into a safe. Glad someone on here has experience with the product, and favorable feedback. Thanks for sharing!

[TAC]

Battery operated closet lights!
http://www.bing.com/shopping/search?q=battery+operated+closet+lights&qpvt=battery+operated+closet+lights&FORM=HURE#x0y570

[MP15TDriver]

Battery operated closet lights!
http://www.bing.com/shopping/search?q=battery+operated+closet+lights&qpvt=battery+operated+closet+lights&FORM=HURE#x0y570
That's what I currently use and find them to be a poor solution. They are only a single point (or location) of light, so they have a difficult time lighting the nooks and crannies. Of course, you can get several of them, but they start to take up valuable room and after just a couple you are close to the price of the system linked to above.

It is all a matter of compromises, but I'm looking forward to getting rid of my "closet lights" and hopefully the system above will be a good solution.

[diesel3500]

Went with a kit from elementalled. Just gotta wait for it to get here now. Thanks for the help

[MX124]

Went with a kit from elementalled. Just gotta wait for it to get here now. Thanks for the help

I'm an EE and use lots of different LED styles for various things (work and play). I was impressed with the products. Enjoy!

[teecro]

Going this route for the Coke machine I'm converting into a safe.

I'd love to see the finished product; heck I'd like to see the unfinished product.

[teecro]

Try running some rope lights inside around the door opening.

I'm going to have to look into this idea as my "safe" has a rolled over front to which it should be easy to tuck rope lighting in all the way around... Thanks!

[Easyrider49]

2 (1 per side)slimline fluorescents from Walmart $10.00 each , mounted approximately center in height behind the door jamb with heavy duty Velcro , and a motion sensor line switch .
Still ratchet strapped to a furniture dolly .

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww173/Easyrider49/Safelights-1.jpg

[John L]

I have 2 of the kits from LiteTech Auto. Very happy with them.

[RifleGuy]

I'd love to see the finished product; heck I'd like to see the unfinished product.
I'll put a few pic's up soon.

Medical problems, work, and a few other issues put the project on a back burner, but I'm ready to continue the work now.

[Dabears!]

someone posted an AWESOME light picture they did to their dads safe, i wish i knew who it was because it was truly a beautiful job.

[usp45_freak]

this is why i have a head band mounted light on top of my safe. not matter where you look its lit up.

[JediJJJ]

I've been using the battery operated LED tap lights in both the "puck" and strip configurations and they are just not cutting it.

I looked at the components from elementalled listed above but it appears to be about $8/ft and you still have to provide the power supply and configure it yourself. Not a daunting task but somethign else to consider.

I even looked at doing my own using less expensive components such as these:

http://www.tomtop.com/lasers-flashlights/led-strings-decoration-lights/3m-white-flexible-neon-light-el-wire-rope-tube-with-controller.html

or

http://www.tomtop.com/lasers-flashlights/led-strings-decoration-lights/white-5m-waterproof-epoxy-5050-300-smd-led-strip-light.html

but I'm not sure how bright the EL lights actually are and I still have to do the work myself and provide a power supply, etc. with the strip lighting. So, I am going to order the package from litetech, upgraded to the AC power supply. Should even come with the door switch to turn itself on.

[G-lock]

Check E-bay for the inexpensive LED light strips, I got 5 meters of 3528 LEDS(150 total) and a power supply out of NJ for 28.00 shipped.

Worked perfect in my Winchester 24 gun..

[Fire926]

I ordered the kit from http://www.litetechauto.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=28 and received it yesterday. It installed with virtually no effort and they threw in the switch which I mounted to the door opening.
Heres a before shot in my lighted office:

http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0755.JPG

And after installing two 48" LED strips on each side of the door and one 20" strip above the door:

http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0757.JPG


In my opinion the litetech kit is awesome!

[Veteran]

Reasonably priced.

[magstang1]

This is the same type of fixture liberty sells as a kit, just at about 10x the price.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LOGISYS-WHITE-12-DUAL-COLD-CATHODE-LIGHT-KIT-PC-Computer-CCFL-Inverter-Switch-/380401847045?pt=US_Computer_Case_Accessories_Tool_ Kits&hash=item5891b78b05

[MSUICEMAN]

just ordered from litetechauto.com, looks like a nice, inexpensive system. thanks for posting the link and photos.

[MSUICEMAN]

just ordered from litetechauto.com, looks like a nice, inexpensive system. thanks for posting the link and photos.


just wanted to update: got the litetechauto lighting kit real quick (surprised me to be honest that I got it so quick). Installed in a couple minutes, even though I didn't see any real instructions included (maybe they are online), its pretty self explanatory. lights it up real well, just need to finish tucking the excess wire and hard-mounting the battery box to be finished with it. It does stick to my safe interior, but also may run the included velcro strips for a more positive installation.

I would post pics of my safe with/without lighting.... but its a mess and needs to be rearranged.

[jmanz6]

I bought an LED undercabinet light set from Ikea. It had 4 different LED strips so I could put them in places to light up all my shelves easily. Works great!

[jjkukla]

I installed 12vdc flexible LED strips in my safe. Got them wired to a switch and ac/dc adapter. Bought the lights at oznium (dot) com. Good luck!

[Detroit Holster]

We're configuring and installing something like this soon. It's crazy inexpensive and should work very well - will update once complete.

[plumbum]

figured id throw this out there for anyone looking.

i just got the deluxe 3 light kit from www.lightmysafe.com. its awesome. it has a light/motion sensor that auto turns on/off. highly recommended $85. all led's.

[Rara]

I rigged up a couple sets of these LED strips from IKEA in my safe. Very happy with the results. I ran 3 sections on each side and 2 sections on the top. Each kit comes with 4 sections, so I used two kits for the LEDs, and run them all off the transformer from one kit (I checked the amperage, and its ok to use one, but you can easily run off two transformers)

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20119418/

[Mark.n.chip]

I bought the kits for my safe and 650 press. The light that shines through the middle of the toolhead doesn't work. I contacted the lite tech web address,no phone number listed, waiting to get my response



Got a response and they sent a new light out

[Draken]

How i did mine: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_J19YQcu5eM&list=UUgajc8rvXJmtOcnPaJaL--w&feature=share&index=6

[Ron L]

Liberty Safe sells a couple that are battery powered and motion sensitive so the door opening will turn it on and they'll also turn off themselves to save your batteries in case you forget.

[Wyoming]

I used one of these: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Westek-Indoor-Plug-in-Motion-Activated-Light-Control-MLC12BC-4/202524826
along with rope lights. Motion detector turns lights on when the door opens. Also put mirrored acrylic on back wall to reflect the light. Works quite well and much less expensive than factory light kits.

[Mike Z]

I have some of these. Battery powered so no cords. Very bright and you can aim them. They actually stick tight to the inside walls of the safe to the fireboard carpet real good.

http://www.amazon.com/Stack-On-SPAL-300-Motion-Sensitive-Security/dp/B007J3E9PI/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1396818806&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=stak+on+safe+lights

Mike Z.

[bolonytony24]

I just added some battery powered hockey puck style LED's to mine. cheap and simple and works well for what I needed. I saw this thread and thought it was a good idea. I was using a flashlight to look around in mine at times. thanks for the ideas

[tiamat]

A single string of old christmas tree lights and some binder clips worked well for me. Cost - about $5. Still need to rig up a more convenient switch for them, perhaps a plunger switch like on a car door.

[Moon Man]

I have some of these. Battery powered so no cords. Very bright and you can aim them. They actually stick tight to the inside walls of the safe to the fireboard carpet real good.

http://www.amazon.com/Stack-On-SPAL-300-Motion-Sensitive-Security/dp/B007J3E9PI/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1396818806&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=stak+on+safe+lights

Mike Z.

:yeahthat:

I have one too and everyone oohs and aahs when I open it. You could do more than one easily.

[Michiganman18]

Just did this tonight during the game!

http://www.migunowners.org/forum/showthread.php?319685-Safe-Lighting-on-the-cheap-PICS-but-not-the-BEST&p=2553661#post2553661

[DV8r]

I recently put a 12" Banner industrial strip light in. Epoxied two neodymium magnets to it for attachment.
May be a bit more pricey than commercial stuff but out shines all others and will last forever. :-)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Db9MQhLNOc&x-yt-cl=85114404&x-yt-ts=1422579428#t=48

[Michiganman18]

I recently put a 12" Banner industrial strip light in. Epoxied two neodymium magnets to it for attachment.
May be a bit more pricey than commercial stuff but out shines all others and will last forever. :-)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Db9MQhLNOc&x-yt-cl=85114404&x-yt-ts=1422579428#t=48

When I get my FT Knox thats what ill be using. Cant wait!

[DV8r]

When I get my FT Knox thats what ill be using. Cant wait!

When you are ready to order call Great Lakes Automation Supply in Byron Center 616.583-1564.

[joelansing]

I have these cheapo blue magnetic Harbor Freight lights all over. http://www.harborfreight.com/27-led-portable-worklight-flashlight-67227.html Stuck on my safe, stuck on my fridge, stuck on my weight machine in the basement, in the car..LOL I've got about 8 of them, and half of them were bought with free coupons.

- Joe

[smitdawg]

I ordered the kit from http://www.litetechauto.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=28 and received it yesterday. It installed with virtually no effort and they threw in the switch which I mounted to the door opening.
Heres a before shot in my lighted office:

http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0755.JPG

And after installing two 48" LED strips on each side of the door and one 20" strip above the door:

http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0757.JPG


In my opinion the litetech kit is awesome!

Ordered their large kit with some extra 20's, 1ft extensions, and a splitter. They recommended the splitter if you have more than 12 ft. Went in super easy and lights it up great.

I got the roller switch and I can't get it to work in my safe (browning medallion). I need to order the motion switch. How did u get yours to work?

[Fire926]

I merely screwed the included lever switch to the door opening on my safe as I recall. If I can I'll try to get a pic of it for you today.

[smitdawg]

That would be great, thanks. I have carpet on my flooring and toyed with using velcro but it wouldn't be very secure.

[Fire926]

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[PhotoTom]

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I'm surprised that micro switch worked on the inside edge of the door (without getting pinched as the door is closing). If it had been on the outside edge, I would expect it to work as well as it does for you on the inside edge!

I used a motion sensor in mine (mounted in a box just inside of the outside edge of the door at the bottom). Works perfectly every time and doesn't have any connectors exposed.

[45-9]

I have a 58"x29"x20" safe (19.1 cu ft) and am trying to determine my needs. How many total 4-ft strips did you use, 2 or 4? Also, when you say "extra 20s" do you mean light strips or extension wires and how many did you use. Thanks very much for your original post and photos and thanks in advance for the extra info.

[smitdawg]

I have a 58"x29"x20" safe (19.1 cu ft) and am trying to determine my needs. How many total 4-ft strips did you use, 2 or 4? Also, when you say "extra 20s" do you mean light strips or extension wires and how many did you use. Thanks very much for your original post and photos and thanks in advance for the extra info.

Sorry for the delay in answering. I used 3 total 20 inch strips and put one shining down on the top shelf, then two other shelves. I have carpeted interior so I just stuck them to the underneath. I ordered 2 extension wires.

My safe is about the same size as yours, and really it is over lit. I like to see all my contents tho do it all depends on what you prefer.

[smitdawg]

Oh I also used 2 total 48" strips....

[45-9]

Thanks smitdawg. That's a big help.

[smitdawg]

And fyi my door on the inside is too thick for the roller switch. I am going to order the motion switch. That might be an easier option for you as well.

[lavish]

I had problems wth the dehumidifier rod activating the motion sensor periodically when the safe was closed. Had to go back to the roller.

[PhotoTom]

I had problems wth the dehumidifier rod activating the motion sensor periodically when the safe was closed. Had to go back to the roller.

My motion sensor is about 6" above the rod…never had any false activations.

[lavish]

My motion sensor is about 6" above the rod…never had any false activations.

I would never have known since the door is closed but my safe alarm kept going off with movement of the light coming on when the door was closed. Took me a month to figure out what was going on.

[PhotoTom]

I would never have known since the door is closed but my safe alarm kept going off with movement of the light coming on when the door was closed. Took me a month to figure out what was going on.

I keep a very small person in there to let me know when the light goes on/off. :lol:

When the room is completely dark, I can see light around the edges of the door when I close it (until the motion sensor times-out).

[mitommy]

That's because the motion sensor also gas heat detection. Tom's placement put it far enough to make the heat a non issue.

I have mine off to the side and about 1' above my golden rod. I've never had an issue.

[Bloomis914]

I used this 6 piece Torchstar led kit with motion detection in my safe. Works like a champ with peel and stick adhesive on the backs of each light bar. All concealed safe is bright as can be. Couldn't be happier. 6pcs Motion Activated LED Under Cabinet Lighting Kit, Extendable Under Counter LED Light Bar (5000K Daylight), UL-listed Power Adapter for Gun Box, Safe, Locker, Closet, Shelf, Show Case Lighting https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FDAFC3Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_KfsQybZP450VK

[pgm74]

I used this 6 piece Torchstar led kit with motion detection in my safe. Works like a champ with peel and stick adhesive on the backs of each light bar. All concealed safe is bright as can be. Couldn't be happier. 6pcs Motion Activated LED Under Cabinet Lighting Kit, Extendable Under Counter LED Light Bar (5000K Daylight), UL-listed Power Adapter for Gun Box, Safe, Locker, Closet, Shelf, Show Case Lighting https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FDAFC3Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_KfsQybZP450VK

I put the same kit in my recently new 72x42x32 RCS too. I love it and will second your recommendation. Simple to setup although it took a little figuring to make the install as clean as possible. Ended up with the motion sensor on the floor close to the door and about a third of the way in from the hinge side due to the power outlet position and length of initial connection to the sensor/string splitter. Then ran 2 bars on the first string up the hinge side and 3 bars plus one in the center on the ceiling off the second string. Bright as day in there and really makes the RCS so much nicer.

[Bloomis914]

Pgm74 - I ran the main power wire in on bottom corner and light strips up sides and one pointing down with motion sensor mounted about 2" from floor on center divider. Perfect. Sounds like you did similar.

[erict]

I used this 6 piece Torchstar led kit with motion detection in my safe. Works like a champ with peel and stick adhesive on the backs of each light bar. All concealed safe is bright as can be. Couldn't be happier. 6pcs Motion Activated LED Under Cabinet Lighting Kit, Extendable Under Counter LED Light Bar (5000K Daylight), UL-listed Power Adapter for Gun Box, Safe, Locker, Closet, Shelf, Show Case Lighting https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FDAFC3Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_KfsQybZP450VK


I put the same kit in my recently new 72x42x32 RCS too. I love it and will second your recommendation. Simple to setup although it took a little figuring to make the install as clean as possible. Ended up with the motion sensor on the floor close to the door and about a third of the way in from the hinge side due to the power outlet position and length of initial connection to the sensor/string splitter. Then ran 2 bars on the first string up the hinge side and 3 bars plus one in the center on the ceiling off the second string. Bright as day in there and really makes the RCS so much nicer.


I'll third the recomendation. Great light kit.