Last updated on February 14th, 2024 at 07:53 pm
LED light accessories are components, items, or parts you will use for the system to operate optimally.
These accessories for LED light systems range from insulating materials, coating components, adhesives, wires, and holders to hold batteries, heat transfer tapes, soldering irons, switches, and much more.
Types Of LED Light Accessories
LED Adhesives, Grease, Tape & Silicone Spray
LED adhesives are used to join the parts without having to use fasteners that are unsightly and bulky.
The curable adhesive bonds for the Led lights. Depending on the types of bonding mechanisms, they are:
- Strong
- Offer better thermal conductivity (when using conductive bonding material)
- Excellent resistance to water
- Chemical resistance
- Bonding accessories are environmentally
Silicone glue is a popular adhesive.
LED Strip Light Connectors
You will use these connectors to join the LED strip light during installation. Closely related to this is the standard LED light connector.
Adapter For LED Strip Lights
A 12v adapter for LED strip lights is popular in most lighting systems.
Remember, the LED strip lights use low voltage DC. Since your mains supply AC voltage, you need an adapter for LED strip lights.
Your LED strip light adapter will convert AC voltage to a voltage signal LED strip lights can use.
12V Power Supply For LED Lights
It supplies power to your LED lights. That is, it will regulate the power to a suitable signal for your LED lights.
In most cases, they also come with:
- LED strip light connector or LED light connector
- LED light extension cable
LED Light Connectors
There are many types of LED lights connectors, such as:
- Pigtail adapters
- Right angle connectors
- Plug and play connectors
- Interconnect jumper
- Extension cable, etc.
- End-to-end connector
- Strip to wire connector
LED Light Fixture
It is a system that holds LED light bulbs. They come in different configurations and styles depending on the unique requirements of the LED lighting system.
For instance, chandeliers, pendants, or flood lights have different types of light fixtures. Of course this also include light installation accessories.
In-line Dimming Controller For LED Light
You will use this accessory to control your LED light lights. You can use it to:
- Change brightness of LED lights
- Mix different colors of LED lights
Today, we have Wi-Fi LED light controllers. PWM LED dimmers are popular today.
LED Light Switch
You will use this LED light accessory to switch LED lights ON/OFF. Of course, the light switching systems come in different configurations. Some modern lighting systems have automatic switches. In such situations, you must check the sensor type.
LED Strip Light Splitters
You will use this LED light accessory to connect multiple LED strip lights to one power source.
Jumpers
These are strip light extension cables.
Other LED light accessories include:
- LED aluminum channels
- End Caps
- Clips
- Terminal Block
Usually, the accessories for LED lighting systems may vary depending on the light design and functionality.
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