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By Amphenol Spectra-StripBy Amphenol Spectra-Strip
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Who is Spectra-Strip?Who is Spectra-Strip?
Spectra-Strip, located in Hamden CT, is a cable division of $3.2BB worldwide interconnect leader Amphenol Inc.
www.amphenol.comwww.spectra-strip.comwww.tapelites.com
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What is TapeLite ® ??What is TapeLite ® ??TapeLite is a new, unique, rugged, totally passive optical lighting flat cable technology…. from .5 inches (12.7 mm) up to 3.6 inches wide (91.4 mm)TapeLite carries no electricity… thus no bulbs to burn out or electro- luminescence to degrade….ever! TapeLite is driven (illuminated) by RGB LED, metal halide, or quartz halogen illuminators
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Construction OverviewConstruction OverviewTwisted fibers cause fiber’s maximum light acceptance angle to be violated, thus light leaks out at the fiber bends
Parallel sections of fiber at the cable ends are provided to allow maximum effective light launch into cable, and also to provide a convenient “cable tail” for routing to the illuminatorParallel sections can be a maximum of 20 ft (6.1 m)
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Construction OverviewConstruction OverviewMaterials:
1mm PMMA plastic optical fiber (POF)Highly reflective polyester / PVC laminates
Standard width 3.0 inches (76.2 mm) .5 inches (12.7mm) up to 3.6 inches wide (91.4 mm) also available
Clear PVC extruded jackets available, flame retardant, UV / Fungus resistant
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Indoor rated TapeLiteIndoor rated TapeLite
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Outdoor rated TapeLiteOutdoor rated TapeLite
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TapeLite System ComponentsTapeLite System ComponentsTapeLite Cable, available either as:
Bulk cable, terminate on siteFactory terminated cable assemblies
Lexan / Polycarbonate mounting track
Polished ferrule terminations (critical for optical quality and long life)
IlluminatorsComputer programmable white or RGB LEDQuartz halogen with color wheelMetal halide with color wheel
Note: We optimize the illuminator and ferrulethat is RIGHT for the job, not just one we
make !
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Complete Instructions for On-site Terminations
Complete Instructions for On-site Terminations
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TapeLite® Snap TrackTapeLite® Snap Track
flat head woodscrews for attachmentto wood, sheetrock, etcHex head concrete
screw for attachmentto concrete
.39(9.9 mm)
3.68(93.4 mm)
Track accepts either 29 pair jacketed or 30 pair unjacketedTapeLite
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TapeLite® Snap Track for Indoor or Outdoor Applications
TapeLite® Snap Track for Indoor or Outdoor Applications
UV resistant clear Lexan snap on cover
UV resistant black polycarbonate base
Lexan is a trademark of Sabic
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Polished Illuminator Ferrules and Cable End Reflectors
Polished Illuminator Ferrules and Cable End Reflectors
Critical for maximum light extraction
Reflector
Ferrule
Available as factory pre-terminated assemblies, or as do-it-yourself kits
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100 ft (30.5m), 3 inch (76.2mm) wide TapeLite, driven by one 150 Watt metal halide, looped into one port
100 ft (30.5m), 3 inch (76.2mm) wide TapeLite, driven by one 150 Watt metal halide, looped into one port
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100 ft (30.5m), 3 inch (76.2mm) wide TapeLite, driven by one 150 Watt metal halide, looped into one port
100 ft (30.5m), 3 inch (76.2mm) wide TapeLite, driven by one 150 Watt metal halide, looped into one port
One side of TapeLiteis reflective, the other side is clear, thus one side is brighter than the other
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100 ft (30.5m), 3 inch (76.2mm) wide TapeLite, driven by one 150 Watt metal halide, looped into one port
100 ft (30.5m), 3 inch (76.2mm) wide TapeLite, driven by one 150 Watt metal halide, looped into one port
Color “movement”across cable causedby color wheel and fiber alignment
http://www.tapelites.com/Movies/Movie.asp?Vname=P5250050
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Why TapeLite technology is clearly superior:
Why TapeLite technology is clearly superior:
Twisted fibers are laminated to reflective films…. this creates a much broader surface area for light to reflect from, thus emitting more light.Parallel fibers at the cable ends provide for a very effective light launch into the cable. They also provide for a very high fiber density in the fiber port.
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Creative Applications: Building Accent LightingCreative Applications: Building Accent Lighting
Union SquareManhattan, NY
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Creative Applications: Bar topsCreative Applications: Bar tops
A perfect application forTapeLite is for color changing bar tops to set the mood.
See the bar top movie at http://www.tapelites.co m/Movies/Movie.asp?V name=SpectraBarTop1
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Creative Applications: Bar topsCreative Applications: Bar tops
Marriott Wardman Hotel, Washington, D.C.
44 ft long (13.4 m)3 inch (76.2 mm) wide TapeLite laid edge to edge12 DiCon white LED fiberlamps
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Creative Applications: Highway Ramp LightingCreative Applications: Highway Ramp Lighting
Concept for City of San Antonio TX.
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Creative Applications: Neon Border Light Replacement
Creative Applications: Neon Border Light Replacement
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DynamicTapeLite Room DividersDynamicTapeLite Room Dividers
Create an ever-changingwall of color at home or the office
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System Shown:
(2) 34 ft (10.3 m) 3 inch wide cables(2) 34 ft (10.3 m) lengths TapeLite Track(4) RGB LED illuminators(4) XLR interconnect cables(1) DMX wall mount controller(2) illuminator enclosures
Creative Applications: Room Perimeter LightingCreative Applications: Room Perimeter Lighting
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Creative Applications: Cosmic BowlingCreative Applications: Cosmic Bowling
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Creative Applications: Underwater Pool Lane Lights….. Unique in the industry !
Creative Applications: Underwater Pool Lane Lights….. Unique in the industry !
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Creative Applications: LED Strip Light Replacement
Creative Applications: LED Strip Light Replacement
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Other creative applications:Other creative applications:Landscape lightingPathway lighting
Multi-color retail displaysStage accent lighting
Cove lighting Emergency exit lightingExplosion proof lighting Cold case food lighting
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Cable can bend in any axis andexpands to 24 inches wide wherever the expansion is needed
Available as bulk or Factory pre-terminatedassemblies
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Illuminators and DMX control
Illuminators and DMX control
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RGB and All White LED Programmable Illuminator Almost endless possible colors
RGB and All White LED Programmable Illuminator Almost endless possible colors
Fanless
• 9 LEDs• For shorter runs
• Quiet, fanless operation
• Low profile
• Outdoor and indoor
• Can be submerged in up to 30 ft of water
Outdoor
• 21 LEDs
• Same functionality as Standard FiberLamp™
• Outdoor compliant
• Hardwired to power source
• IP 56 rated
Indoor
• 21 LEDs
• RGB, all white, and single color lamps available
• Full spectrum of colors
• Programmable animation
Thermal control / shutoff
• DMX
• Compact design
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LED Illuminator FeaturesLED Illuminator Features
CIE 1931 color space chromaticity diagram
Low power, compact light source50,000 hour rated lifetimeRGB (Red, Green, Blue) LED array for full-spectrum color without need for color wheelTunable all white versionCustomizable, dynamic color flexibility
DMX 7 pre-set colorsPre-set rainbow effect4 customer-programmable channelsAnimation – dimming, blinking, sequencingReturn-to-state modeMaster / Slave mode
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CAT5e Splitter DMX Ethernet
addressable lighting controller
PC for remote control over the entire lighting installation.
Power/Data managementPower/Data management
12V DC Power Supply
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Easy to Use Programming InterfaceEasy to Use Programming Interface
Software allows users to create and combine scenes into the Playlist editor to create truly customized looks.
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150 Watt Metal Halide Illuminator150 Watt Metal Halide Illuminator3000 K or 4000K lamp with dichroic relfectorVoltage options: 120V or 240VUp to 8 custom colors via rotating 1 or 3.6 rpm color wheelUL listed for damp locationsDMX optionLamp life: 6000 hrsWeight: 23 lbs
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A simple, inexpensive DMX controller for TapeLite:
ColorDial from Phillips
A simple, inexpensive DMX controller for TapeLite:
ColorDial from Phillips
ColorDial is a trademark of Philips, Inc.
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Application RecommendationsApplication RecommendationsMaximum length:
With 150 Watt Metal Halide:110 ft (33.5 m) with 150 watt metal halide illuminator on each end
(includes 5 ft (1.52 m) tails on each end45 ft (13.7 m) driven on one end with reflector other end
(includes 5 ft (1.52 m) tail on one endWith LED Illuminators:
60 ft (18.3 m) driven both ends(includes 5 ft (1.52 m) tails on each end
25 ft (7.6 m) driven on one end with reflector other end(includes 5 ft (1.52 m) tail on one end
When driving from one end, always use a reflectorMinimum bend radius: 3 inches (76.2 mm)Right angle bends: Fold the cable with a loop, then cross over the cable at a right angle. Mask the loopOutdoor cables: Should use PVC jacket with UV and fungus resistance, or TapeLite Snap TrackTail length: maximum is 20 ft (6.09 m) Keep as short as possible to minimize light loss
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Why design with a TapeLite System?Why design with a TapeLite System?
TapeLite provides a way to differentiate your design with unique lighting.
TapeLite strips can be scaled up to cover large surface areas with dramatic results.
Color changes “move” across the cable, providing unique visual interest with illuminators equipped with color wheels
TapeLite is intrinsically safe. No electricity in the cable, so you can install it under water ! TapeLite is a “green” technology. A 50 ft length driven by two LED illuminators uses only 1.0 watts per foot
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Why design with a TapeLite System?Why design with a TapeLite System?
Power source is remotely located from the light.
No bulbs to burn out. Less maintenance costs.
Compatible will all illuminator types: RGB LED, quartz halogen or metal halide.
Almost infinite possibilities for different colors, dimming, and programmable special effects.
Variety of UV resistant, rust proof mounting methods.
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