The fibre optic spray fits into the hole at the top of the metal base. The surrounding holes allow for light to pass but also allow heat to rise from the built in motor. This model was never fan cooled and is simply cooled by air. The Fibre Space is stunning in the dark, please see the images above.
A rotating colourwheel driven by a motor will create an array of colours projected through the fibers. Mathmos produced a wide range of these lamps including the stunning Jupiter 2, the Starburst. This page focuses on the last fibre optic lamp manufactured by Mathmos in the 1990s. It was discontinued due to the sheer amount of copies that flooded the market. Nevertheless no copy, can beat the beautiful design of the Fibre Space. The Fibre Space, features plastic fibres.
There are two editions of the Fibre Space. The earlier models featured a totally black underside, whereas later models featured a white underside, further to this later models had a much brighter and better colourwheel as noted in a Mathmos brochure.
Please note correct bulb as indicated on lamp base is: 20W, 12V 35mm Closed Dichronic Spot Only. Never exceed the wattage recommended.
Please note correct transformer details: PRI: 230V 50Hz 26W SEC:12V 1.8A 21.6 VA. Please keep all transformers well ventilated.
Over time components inside the Fibre Space may need replacement. This webpage shows the components that form a Fibre Space and furthermore looks inside this wonderful lamp.
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