Spectra-Strip produces TapeLite, a flat optical lighting cable that uses plastic optical fibers to transmit light without electricity in the cable. TapeLite is available in various widths from 0.5 to 3.6 inches and can be illuminated with RGB LEDs, metal halide, or quartz halogen sources. The document provides details on TapeLite's construction, components, applications, and advantages over traditional lighting methods.

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2. www.tapelites.com

3. Who is Spectra-Strip?
Spectra-Strip, located
in Hamden CT, is a
cable division of
$3.2BB worldwide
interconnect leader
Amphenol Inc.
www.amphenol.com
www.spectra-strip.com
www.tapelites.com
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4. 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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5. Construction Overview
Twisted 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 illuminator
Parallel sections can be a
maximum of 20 ft (6.1 m)
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6. Construction Overview
Materials:
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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7. Indoor rated TapeLite
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8. Outdoor rated TapeLite
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9. TapeLite System Components
TapeLite Cable, available either as:
Bulk cable, terminate on site
Factory terminated cable assemblies
Lexan / Polycarbonate mounting track
Polished ferrule terminations (critical for optical quality and long life)
Illuminators
Computer programmable white or RGB LED
Quartz halogen with color wheel
Metal halide with color wheel
Note: We optimize the illuminator and ferrule
that is RIGHT for the job, not just one we
make !
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10. Complete Instructions for On-site
Terminations
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11. TapeLite® Snap Track
3.68
(93.4 mm)
.39
(9.9 mm)
Track accepts
either 29 pair
jacketed or 30 flat head wood
pair unjacketed screws for attachment
TapeLite Hex head concrete
to wood, sheetrock, etc
screw for attachment
to concrete
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12. TapeLite® Snap Track for Indoor or
Outdoor Applications
UV resistant clear
Lexan snap on cover
UV resistant black
polycarbonate base
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13. Polished Illuminator Ferrules and
Cable End Reflectors
Critical for maximum light extraction
Ferrule
Reflector Available as factory pre-terminated
assemblies, or as do-it-yourself kits
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14. 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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15. 100 ft (30.5m), 3 inch (76.2mm) wide TapeLite, driven by
one 150 Watt metal halide, looped into one port
One side of TapeLite
is reflective, the other
side is clear, thus one
side is brighter than
the other
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16. 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 caused
by color wheel and
fiber alignment
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17. 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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18. Creative Applications: Building Accent Lighting
Union Square
Manhattan, NY
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19. Creative Applications: Bar tops
A perfect application for
TapeLite 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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20. Creative 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 edge
12 DiCon white LED fiberlamps
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21. Creative Applications: Highway Ramp Lighting
Concept for City of San Antonio TX.
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22. Creative Applications: Neon Border Light
Replacement
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23. DynamicTapeLite ® Room Dividers
Create an
ever-changing
wall of color at home
or the office
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24. Creative Applications: Room Perimeter Lighting
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
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25. Creative Applications: Cosmic Bowling
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26. Creative Applications: Underwater Pool
Lane Lights….. Unique in the industry !
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27. Creative Applications: LED Strip
Light Replacement
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28. Other creative applications:
Landscape lighting
Pathway lighting
Multi-color retail displays
Stage accent lighting
Cove lighting
Emergency exit lighting
Explosion proof lighting
Cold case food lighting
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29. Cable can bend in any axis and
expands to 24 inches wide wherever
the expansion is needed
Available as bulk or
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30. Illuminators and DMX
control
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31. RGB and All White LED Programmable Illuminator
Almost endless possible colors
Indoor Outdoor Fanless
• 21 LEDs • 21 LEDs
• 9 LEDs
• RGB, all white, and single • For shorter runs
• Same functionality as
color lamps available
Standard FiberLamp™ • Quiet, fanless operation
• Full spectrum of colors
• Outdoor compliant • Low profile
• Programmable animation
• Hardwired to power • Outdoor and indoor
Thermal control / shutoff source
• Can be submerged in up to
• DMX • IP 56 rated
30 ft of water
• Compact design
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32. LED Illuminator Features
Low power, compact light
source
50,000 hour rated lifetime
RGB (Red, Green, Blue) LED
array for full-spectrum color
without need for color wheel
Tunable all white version
Customizable, dynamic color flexibility
DMX
7 pre-set colors
Pre-set rainbow effect
4 customer-programmable
channels
Animation – dimming, blinking,
sequencing
Return-to-state mode CIE 1931 color space chromaticity diagram
Master / Slave mode
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33. Power/Data management
12V DC Power
Supply
CAT5e PC for remote control over
Splitter DMX Ethernet the entire lighting
addressable installation.
lighting controller
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34. Easy 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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35. 150 Watt Metal Halide Illuminator
3000 K or 4000K lamp with
dichroic relfector
Voltage options: 120V or
240V
Up to 8 custom colors via
rotating 1 or 3.6 rpm color
wheel
UL listed for damp locations
DMX option
Lamp life: 6000 hrs
Weight: 23 lbs
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36. A simple, inexpensive DMX controller
for TapeLite:
ColorDial from Phillips
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37. Application Recommendations
Maximum 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 end
45 ft (13.7 m) driven on one end with reflector other end
(includes 5 ft (1.52 m) tail on one end
With 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 reflector
Minimum 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 loop
Outdoor cables: Should use PVC jacket with UV and fungus resistance, or TapeLite
Snap Track
Tail length: maximum is 20 ft (6.09 m) Keep as short as possible to minimize light loss
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38. 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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39. 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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40. Thank You !
Amphenol Spectra-Strip
An ISO 9001 Company
720 Sherman Avenue
Hamden, CT USA 06514
800-846-6400
www.tapelites.com
sales@tapelites.com
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