Dimastech Vandal Switch LED Mod

[HellaflushMcSwaggins]

I want to buy this vandal switch, but the led  color is yellow, my question is if it's possible to change the led inside it to a red led...

[SuperPug]

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Ring-red-LED-vandal-resistant-Push-Button-L25-Dia-25mm-Stainless-steel-Momentary/1399088748.html

[HellaflushMcSwaggins]

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Ring-red-LED-vandal-resistant-Push-Button-L25-Dia-25mm-Stainless-steel-Momentary/1399088748.html

I know there are in many shops, but this is the only store in my country that sells this kind of switch, and it would arrive in 2 days, also I don't want to pay for shipping from another country

[kkpatel87]

Unfortunately, taking apart the switch to change the LED is not really possible without some very specialized equipment. That same shop has a couple different colors if you want one of those.

[HellaflushMcSwaggins]

Unfortunately, taking apart the switch to change the LED is not really possible without some very specialized equipment. That same shop has a couple different colors if you want one of those.

I know, but I want red,  not orange or yellow

[Scheer]

I'm sure it is possible, depending on your skill level and how many switches you have. I'd buy 3, one to chop in half to see how it is assembled, one to attempt to open without breaking (but will likely break anyways), and a third that you might succeed at. After three I usually give up.

 

You'll likely be cheaper to just pay for international shipping, although you will have to wait longer.

 

I made it this far only knowing English, I'll let you finish and find the exact switch: http://ro.farnell.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?st=anti+vandal&catalogId=15001&categoryId=700000006226&langId=-21&storeId=10172

 

If you decide on international shipping: http://www.adafruit.com/products/559 This link also gives you a nice explanation how to illuminate the LED, its not going to be a direct replacement for your current switch and still light up.

[Nicodemus]

You could always take some red nail polish and paint over it

[HellaflushMcSwaggins]

Thanks for the response, I think I'll buy an orange one at first and see if it's any good, if not I'll try to mod it