Frosting leds (make dissused ones)...Quick method?

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I everyones...I buy them on Ebay. When i can get some leds that match my optical/electrical requirements, they're often in a clear package. I frost them using high grit sand paper. Any quicker method you know? TIA for any replies.

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CWatters · Accepted Answer

Perhaps try a solvent that attacks the plastic? Correction fluid thinnersperhaps?

Watson A.Name - "Watt Sun, th · Answer

myfrostanyTape up the leads and stick them in a spark plug cleaner (like a minisand blaster).

mike · Answer

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