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I want to use Gemma and NeoPixels to make a hair decoration for my niece. I know I need to coat the back (and solder pads) of the NeoPixel and Gemma with something to protect her from the battery current. Have you used hot glue before? I want her to be able to easily modify or add more NeoPixels later.
I plan to use the silicone wire for better flexibility and longer life. But I figure it is better to plan for repairs.
I want to use Gemma and NeoPixels to make a hair decoration for my niece. I know I need to coat the back (and solder pads) of the NeoPixel and Gemma with something to protect her from the battery current. Have you used hot glue before? I want her to be able to easily modify or add more NeoPixels later.
I plan to use the silicone wire for better flexibility and longer life. But I figure it is better to plan for repairs.
Thanks
I hope it is not too late to ask this, seeing that I just thought of it a few minutes ago. I have some parts around and was thinking of incorporating a gps module, flora and a strip of neopixels into a hat. Do I need to put in a different code for the strip? The gps jacket says to use the Flora Neopixel code. Is the normal neopixel code okay to use. Just wondering. Thanks. You guys are awesome.