Blog – Ian Leake Studio

Another Project Update

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:3rd April 2021

I'm making good progress with my spectrum analyser project. Here are a couple of photos that show my first hardware build. I still have a few iterations of the PCB…

My Latest Project

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:21st February 2021

Prototype Spectrum Analyser This is the hardware prototype for my latest project, a spectrum analyser. My goal is to build a device that can work as a light meter for…

Intensity of Sunlight (UV and Visible Light), Month by Month in Switzerland

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:10th January 2021

In the May last year I set up some light sensors and a data logger to record the sunlight above my house in Switzerland. I thought it would be interesting…

Light Counter LC4 (front)

NEW: LC4 Light Counter

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:9th January 2021

The new Light Counter LC4 is here! The LC4 has the same software as the LC3+ but brings some hardware design improvements. Light Counter LC4 The big change is removing…

Calathea – Patinum Print

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:3rd January 2021

This print is made from an 8x10 glass plate negative (one of Jason Lane's "Speed" dry plates) developed in John Wimberley's WD2H+ developer. I love the way each plate has…

Here’s the Heart of my LC3+

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:21st June 2020

Here's the circuit board that is at the heart of my LC3+ light integrator. LC3+ Light Integrator PCB Long ago I lost count of how many hours I invested in…

LC3+ Light Integrator

LC3+ Light Integrators Back in Stock

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:20th June 2020

I have a small stock of LC3+ light integrators available. I will have more available in early July when another batch of displays arrives with me. Thanks for your patience!

Manufacturing Ferric Oxalate

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:13th May 2020

I have improved how I make ferric oxalate, and written it up as an article on my website here: Manufacturing Ferric Oxalate. This process is fairly simple and will make…

New LC3+ Light Integrator

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:2nd May 2020

I have developed new firmware for my Light Counter LC3 light integrators. This brings significant new capabilities, enhancements and support for new devices. There are so many improvements that I'm calling this the LC3+. Here is a short video overview.

2019 Holiday Sale

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:27th November 2019

In this 2019 holiday season I’m offering a 10% discount on all Light Counter kits, devices and sensors. Just use the coupon below when checking out: 2019-holidays You can find…

LC3 Light Integrators are back in stock

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:3rd November 2019

Today I finished assembling my next batch of LC3 light integrators. I will start shipping backlog orders tomorrow, and new orders straight afterwards. I've taken the opportunity to incorporate some…

LC2 Sold Out; LC3 Temporarily Out of Stock

Post author:Ian Leake
Post published:30th September 2019

Thank you to everyone who bought an LC2 light integrator from me. This was my first commercial device, and I really appreciate the support you gave me. My remaining LC2…