Flexible LED Options
With LIGHTPANEL, you can customize the brightness of your LED light guide panel by selecting LED strip placement on one, two, or all four sides. Combined with our precision laser-engraved dot patterns, this setup ensures maximum light output and even illumination across the entire panel.
LEDS ON ONE SIDE
For LED Light Panels under 14” (355mm) we recommend using one LED strip. This will ensure a well-lit light guide panel that is not over bright while eliminating the slight drop off associated with larger panels.
LEDS ON TWO SIDES
For LED light guide panels larger than 14” (355mm), we recommend adding a LED strip to two opposing sides of the light guide panel.
LEDS ON FOUR SIDES
For LED light panels larger than 36” (914mm) or LGPs that are square or near square in shape, we recommend adding LEDs to all four sides.
Heat Management
Based on your LED strip mounting requirements, you can select from J-Channel, Crystal, or Taped finishes. For RGB and Tunable White Light Guide Panels, two specialized finish options are available—both featuring built-in thermal management for optimal performance.
J-Channel
Because aluminum acts as a natural heat absorbent the J-Channel finish provides maximum thermal management which extends the life of your LEDs.
Also, the J-Channel offers a secure foundation for fixing the LED tapes, diffusion and reflection films to the LED light panel system.
Crystal
Yes, an embedded LED finish has “high adaptability,” however heat management is a significant concern. Embedding LEDs directly inside of the acrylic LGP panel creates two issues:
- A crystal finish utilizes a much smaller in size aluminum extrusion thus reducing the heat management that aluminum provides.
- The space inside of the acrylic where the LEDs are mounted is limited and can quickly heat up.
- This combination of added heat and a smaller aluminum extrusion for heat management is not as cost-efficient and can shorten the life of your LEDs.
