WLED & ESP32: The Dynamic Duo of DIY LED Projects

In this video, we will show you how to set up WLED for your LED lighting project using an ESP32 microcontroller and an ElectroCookie board for the breadboard, and then install everything into a 3D printed enclosure. We will explain the hardware components you need, including the ESP32 and ElectroCookie board, as well as the LED strip, power supply, and connectors. We will then guide you through the process of assembling and wiring everything together on the breadboard. Once the electronics are set up, we will demonstrate how to download and install the WLED firmware onto the ESP32 microcontroller. We will also explain how to configure the firmware settings, including WiFi connectivity and LED strip layout. Finally, we will demonstrate how to mount the components into the 3D printed enclosure. This setup is perfect for those who want to experiment with custom LED lighting projects and want to create a sleek and professional-looking installation. 0:00 - Introduction 0:50 - How to Wire WLED and ESP32 for Custom LED Projects 9:40 - Powering your WLED Project 14:00 - Enclosure Installation 15:00 - Mistakes were made! 15:36 - Installing the sound MAXX4466 16:42 - Flashing WLED Firmware onto the ESP32 19:15 - Powering up WLED for the first time 19:32 - WLED Configuration and Tips 24:56 - Wrap Up & Final Thoughts Wiki Page for this project https://wiki.makersmashup.com/en/make... Products & Models used in the video 3D Models (STL's) - https://thangs.com/mythangs/file/760374 Electrocookie - https://amzn.to/46Etv0R Blue Tak - https://amzn.to/3Z2p5g7 Capacitors - https://amzn.to/3SvSBZ6 ESP32 - https://amzn.to/3SvSSeA 22 Awg Wire - https://amzn.to/3EGU0X7 Ferrule Connectors - https://amzn.to/3IwORBZ LED Strips I use (WS2812B) - https://amzn.to/3mkQknO Electrocookie - https://amzn.to/3IvnjNv Extra LED Connectors - https://amzn.to/45w6z2B Power Supply - https://amzn.to/3EF64bu Drivers - https://docs.espressif.com/projects/e... Shop the Makers Mashup Amazon Store https://amzn.to/429HusI Community Discord   / discord   Was this video helpful for you? Consider supporting the channel in any one of these ways! Subscribe! - Free! Follow us on Twitter:   / makersmashup   (Also Free) Share this video! (Also, also free) Like, and comment (Also, also, also free) Drop a one time tip: https://koji.to/k/8E9J Patreon:   / makersmashup   Buy ANYTHING from Amazon after clicking our link https://amzn.to/429HusI or buy anything from amazon after clicking the link. P.S! Click our link right before you checkout to guarantee you're helping the channel! ​ #wled #led #diyprojects