Just received my Museum Replicas Arc Reactor and it doesn't light up
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I just bought one, I like it.
I put the batteries in and it worked...very bright. !
I also had issues with the case and the wire on the back not fitting.
Until I turned the arc unit the other way !!
Guys, its in backwards
Scott
Sorry Scott, I tried that. The hole is definitely off center but that does not resolve the problem. Even when it is seated the proper way, I was not able to place the display case over the Arc Reactor while the wire was installed in the back.
Adam C.
Sr Member
I have a silly question. Can you just cut off, or somehow remove the wire on the back of the Arc Reactor without harming its functionality? I don't think I recall seeing the wire on it anyway in the movie, (although I may be wrong). I'm on the fence about getting one of these myself, so I'm curious if this is even possible before I consider ordering one. Thanks.
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You don't have to attach the wire.
It plugs into the back, right by the switch.
I never compared it to a fan made arc so I have no idea how close or innacurate it is.
I think it may actually be too bright.
I'm thinking about putting a sheet of paper in front of the leds to tone it down a little.
It didn't really come with any instructions, but I don't think any were really needed.
You get two little screws and a metal post that needs to be attached to the wood base.
I attached the wire on the back, and then the lexan case would not fit over the model.
So I pulled the arc off the stand and stuck it back on the other direction.
Problem solved.
This is just my experience though, sounds like others didn't get the same.
I also purchased mine through a store that opens and inspects each one, before selling them.
Scott
It plugs into the back, right by the switch.
I never compared it to a fan made arc so I have no idea how close or innacurate it is.
I think it may actually be too bright.
I'm thinking about putting a sheet of paper in front of the leds to tone it down a little.
It didn't really come with any instructions, but I don't think any were really needed.
You get two little screws and a metal post that needs to be attached to the wood base.
I attached the wire on the back, and then the lexan case would not fit over the model.
So I pulled the arc off the stand and stuck it back on the other direction.
Problem solved.
This is just my experience though, sounds like others didn't get the same.
I also purchased mine through a store that opens and inspects each one, before selling them.
Scott
Polsnulspace
Sr Member
Tandiono
New Member
Here is some pics of mine to compare it with.......
Custom glass case....
Looks very ELEGANT! did you custom the base too as well? and what's the thickness of the glass? mind too share a bits.. Thx
Polsnulspace
Sr Member
Thanks for the kind words tandiono. No I didn't modify the base mate...it is exactly as it was when I received it. The glass is 6mm stardard safety glass. I had a local glass company make the case up for me. It was quite expensive at £80 but in my opinion, looks the part.
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Mr.Engineer
Well-Known Member
Sorry to ask a stupid question but you mean, it comes without the glass?
OK, another stupid question: Can you take the arc reactor out of the stand and 'play' with it (short of cutting a hole in the chest)?
I am very interested, maybe by July.
OK, another stupid question: Can you take the arc reactor out of the stand and 'play' with it (short of cutting a hole in the chest)?
I am very interested, maybe by July.
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