Neo-Neon Elektor-Flex LED neon per 1m in yellow

Elektor-Flex neon per 1m in yellow

Low voltage, low energy, Elektor-Flex is a flexible neon replacement which gives high, even brightness, making it ideal for the construction of stunning, eye catching signs, without the worries of high voltage and maintenance headaches of traditional neon signs.

Elektor-Flex flexible neon is available in a roll of up to 50m and can be cut to size and sold per metre. A choice of six colours, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, White and Blue enable Elektor-FLEX to enhance the aesthetics of any environment.

Elektor-Flex is powered by Neo-Neon DC power supply units, The type of power supply depends on the length of Elektor-Flex you require, so please contact our staff for advice if you need any assistance.

Elektor-Flex

Elektor-Flex is highly flexible, It can be bent in field to a minimum radius of 4cm, and can be cut at any length on the cutting mark. Thus it is very easy to shape varied letters, patterns, motifs and other applications, for example, you can sell our BAR, construct a glass shape, write the words PUB inside a directional arrow, open and closed signs, etc.

Though neon has long been the mainstream of the outdoor linear lighting it has always been known for its many unsolved, weaknesses, they include complicated installation, fragile nature, potential shock hazard, high maintenance cost and power consumption.

The market has been demanding a "Bendable neon" for years. Now, with this revolution in LED Lighting, it is available, and Elektor-FLEX is a substitute for neon. This enables you to bend your neon tube in whatever angles by your own hands, installation is within minutes and most important, it gives no hot spot on appearance.

Features

Low voltage, low energy used - due to the use of LED Light Technology, it performs well on a low voltage of 24V, and consumes only 2.88W per feet.

High and even brightness - the light source is a string of light emitted diodes (LEDS) spaced a distance apart sufficient to permit the light emitted by each point light source into the special oval-shaped encapsulating jacket. Due to its own special structure and high intensity of LEDS, Elektor-Flex provides the light with uniformity and neon-like brightness.

Long lifetime and durability - Elektor-Flex applies LED Lighting technology in a complete new structure, It is extremely durable under all conditions and has a lifetime of up to 100,000 (approx) hours. Compared to glass neon, it is durable and impact resistant and energy saving.

Energy saving - Elektor-Flex can save you up to 70% or more in energy costs: Traditional glass neon: 8.75 watts per linear foot; Elektor-Flex: LED Lighting: -2.88watts per linear foot

Flexibility - Elektor-Flex is highly flexible, It can be bent in field to a minimum radius of 4cm, and can be cut at any length on the cutting mark. Thus it is very easy to shape varied letters, patterns, motifs and other applications.

Safety - unlike neon lights that have to run on a very high voltage of 15,000V, Elektor-Flex only operates on 24V, As it is shock proof, very little heat emitted, it is absolutely safe to use.

Transportable and easy to install - because of the fragility and heavy weight primarily due to its supporting infrastructure, traditional neon light is expensive to package and ship. Elektor-Flex, with minimized size and lightweight, provides the handling benefit so that it is easy to transport. With its special designed accessories, Elektor-Flex is easy to install and can save your tremendous labour.

Colour Rendition - LED's are batched to ensure a uniformity of colour within a manufacturing batch, however colours may vary between batches according typical industry criteria.

RoHS and WEEE compliant.

Recommended storage and operating temperature: -20°C to 60°C, 100% humidity.

Specification

Length: 300FT length in roll - can be cut to length or sold in rolls of varying lengths
Dimensions: 12x26MM
LEDspacing: 0.5-inch
Total number of LEDS (based on 300FT) 720
Total watts (based on 300FT) 86.4W
Number of LED per unit 8
Cutting unit 1/3 FT / 1/4FT
Watts per foot 2.88W / FT
LED colours available, red yellow orange, green blue white
LED life 100,000 hours approx for colours, 50,000 for white

Illuminance: Red 290, Yellow 325, Orange 270, Green 405, Blue 175, White 610
Output Lm/Ft Red 7.22, Yellow 5.42, Orange 5.33, Green 6.25, Blue 3.79, White 9.36
Power W/Ft Red 2.16, Yellow 1.88, Orange 1.76, Green 2.8, Blue 2.2, White 2.17
Efficay Lm/W Red 3.34, Yellow 2.88, Orange 3.03, Green 2.23, Blue 1.72, White 4.31

Connecting and installation

Elektor-FLEX bendable neon is extremely flexible and can be bent to a minimum radius of 4cm. It is cut to length using the cutting marks which are evenly spaced along the length of the flexible tube. The cutting marks are accurately positioned in sequence with the tube LED pattern and ensures that you cannot cut through the pcb. Elektor-FLEX is easily shaped for lettering, logos and for any linear application.

The Elektor-FLEX tubes are connected with a specially designed range of modular accessories making it much quicker and simpler to install than neon. The Elektor-FLEX tubes are connected via a univeral male connecting pin which fits into a hollow female connector running the entire length of the tube. The connections are sealed using a series of clear, heat-shrunk tubular connectors, tube end caps and a specially formulated glue. The sealed connections are safe, flexible, shock and impact resistant and are tolerant to all outdoor conditions.

Elektor-FLEX can be cut, bent and formed in the field and is easily installed onto any flat surface such as walls, wood, plastic, steel etc. You can have linear installation, curved installation, 90 degree installation, 180 degree installation, convex or concave installation and linear installation.

Installation tips: Mark centrelines or draw an outline of the required design and position tubes prior to cutting. Secure mounting clips (sold separately) or cut lengths of U channel along the centreline with screws. If there are curves it is advised to secure a mounting clip or a cut section of U channel. Insert tube into mounting clips or channel with the lighting parts upward.

Elektor-FLEX - safety

Elektor-Flex tubes MUST only be cut on the indicated mark. Before connecting Elektor-Flex with connectors, bend the tube rightwards and leftwards, cut extra copper wires as needed, using the correct tools. Play close attention to polarity, when connecting two pieces. Do NOT use Elektor-Flex if there is any damage on the encapsulating jacket or to its cord, inspect periodically. Do NOT submerge in liquids. Do NOT secure Elektor-Flex oor its cord with staples, nails or by any means which may damage the insulation. Do NOT subject it to continuous flexing.

Warning - when using Elektor-FLEX outdoors always use proprietory portable lighting products. Basic safety precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Residential Current Circuit Breaker (RCD) protection should be provided on the circuit or outlet to be used for Elektor-Flex.

Elektor-FLEX choices

Elektor-Flex is offered in four versions giving full flexibility to lighting design.

Sleeved Elektor-Flex - projects light directionally upward and is recommended for larger forward facing buildings features and signs

Unsleeved Elektor-Flex (NK) beams light halo fashion and is best suited for back lighting, cornice and effect lighting.

Elektor-Flex Mini - halo beam and high flexibility, ideal for signage and feature applications.

Elektor-Flex DMX - architectural high-impact 16.7 million linear colour change applications.

Power supply units

You will need a power supply unit (PSU) with Elektor-Flex (single colours):

50 Watt 24V DC switch mode power supply unit (SWS50W24) can run 12m of blue or white flex, or 7m of red, amber, yellow or green
75 Watt 24V DC switch mode power supply unit (SWS75W24) can run 18m of blue or white flex, or 10m of red, amber, yellow or green
100 Watt 24V DC switch mode power supply unit (SWS100W24) can run 25m of blue or white flex, or 14m of red, amber, yellow or green
150 Watt 24V DC switch mode power supply unit (SWS150W24) can run 37m of blue or white flex, or 21m of red, amber, yellow or green

Please note that the maximum run in one length is 40m, if you require longer lengths than you can run them off of the same power supply but they have to be separate.

300 watt and 600 watt power supply units are available, (SWS300W24) (SWS600W24), but please note if you do use a 600 Watt PSU you MUST split the load and MUST FUSE each section.

Other power supply units are available:

24V - 12 watt switch mode psu (SLS/PS/24/12) which runs 3m of blue or white flex, or 1m of red, amber, yellow or green.
24V - 24 watt switch mode psu (SLS/PS/24/24) which runs 6m of blue or white flex, or 3m of red, amber, yellow or green.
24V - 185 watt switch mode psu (SLS/24/225) which runs 46m of blue or white flex, or 26m of red, amber, yellow or green.

Please bear in mind 40m run is max you can run off a psu, if you require longer lengths than you can run them off of the same power supply but they have to be separate.

Power supply units for RGB Elektor-Flex:

EO-SRC171 Interior 3 channel DMX controlled psu 3 x 120w runs 15m of flex
EO-SRC181-24v Exterior 3 channel DMX controlled 3 x 120w runs 15m of flex
AUD-MD-CCH DMX modulator (requireds 24v DC PSU) 3 x 18w runs 2m of flex

Please contact our sales department for specialist advice on power supply units, end caps, splice connectors and other accessories you will need for your Elektor-Flex.

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