For the Polar Lights USS Enterprise NCC-1701 Model Kit
Item #: STSTRNGNW-A
Bring the modern USS Enterprise NCC-1701 to life with animated bussard effects, cinematic navigation lighting, glowing impulse engines, and beautifully illuminated nacelles inspired by the look of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
This advanced lighting system recreates the iconic rotating bussard collector effect using LED fan blade technology — delivering the visual appearance of spinning bussards without the noise, vibration, or mechanical wear of traditional motor-driven systems.
The result is a cleaner, quieter, and more reliable lighting experience designed specifically for the Polar Lights 1:1000 scale Enterprise model.
Features
- Animated LED Bussard Fan Blade Effects
- Clockwise & Counter-Clockwise Bussard Boards
- Navigation Lighting
- Strobe Effects
- Blue Chiller Grill Illumination
- Glowing Impulse Engines
- Internal Window Lighting
- Commercial-Grade Electronics
- Compact Design for Easier Installation
- 5-Year Warranty
- Made in the USA
Designed for Builders
All bussard board connections utilize pre-connected, color-coded wiring for easier installation and cleaner organization inside the model.
The main control board features an 8-pin JST connector system to simplify assembly and improve reliability.
Some soldering is required during installation. LEDs will need to be soldered to wiring connections as part of the build process.
Detailed wiring instructions are included.
A supplemental installation video link for the similar Star Trek: Discovery Enterprise lighting setup is also provided to help guide builders through the installation process.
Why LED Fan Blade Effects?
Traditional spinning bussard systems often rely on small motors that can introduce unwanted sound, vibration, and long-term wear.
Our LED fan blade system recreates the visual motion effect electronically using carefully timed LED sequencing — producing the cinematic appearance of rotating bussards while remaining silent and highly reliable.
It’s one of the most visually impressive upgrades you can add to your Strange New Worlds Enterprise.
Included Components
- One (1) Fully Assembled Clockwise LED Fan Effect Board
- One (1) Fully Assembled Counter-Clockwise LED Fan Effect Board
- One (1) Fully Assembled Navigation & Impulse Engine Control Board
- Three (3) 1.8mm White LEDs
- Three (3) 0402 Green Navigation SMD LEDs
- Three (3) 0402 Red Navigation SMD LEDs
- Ten (10) 0402 White Navigation & Strobe SMD LEDs
- Two (2) 5mm Red Impulse Engine LEDs
- Two (2) 5mm Blue Fan Tail LEDs
- Two (2) Blue Chiller Grill LED Strips
- White LED Strip Tape for Internal Window Lighting
- One (1) Momentary Switch
- Required Resistors
- Heat Shrink Tubing
- Wiring Instructions
Power Requirements
This system operates from:
- 9V DC Power Supply
- or 12V DC Power Supply
- Recommended Minimum: 1 Amp Output
(Power adapter not included.)
Important Notes
- Lighting Kit Only — Model Kit Not Included
- Designed for the Polar Lights 1:1000 Scale Enterprise
- Advanced Hobby Installation Recommended
- Some Soldering Required
The Mahannah’s Sci-Fi Universe Difference
At Mahannah’s Sci‑Fi Universe, we build lighting systems for sci-fi fans who want their models to feel alive.
Every kit is selected and designed with a focus on realism, reliability, cinematic presentation, and long-term durability — because display-worthy starships deserve more than basic static lighting.