INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

General Information

This document provides installation instructions for the Q-Tran Linear LED Strip.

Certifications and Compliance: [CULUS Listed Mark], [RoHS Compliant Mark], [JA8-2016 Compliant], [5 Year Warranty Mark], [Buy American Act].

Product Variants: DRY IP20, DMP IP54, WET IP67.

ATTENTION: Please read all instructions BEFORE installation

• Product to be installed by a licensed electrician.
• Always ensure power supply connection electrical circuit is disconnected before working on it.
• Follow diagram to connect Secondary Voltage wires to power supply. Refer to Q-Tran power supply instructions for wiring the Primary Voltage side.
• Use only with Class 2 power supply unit - Compatible for use with Q-Tran power supplies.
• Suitable for DRY, DAMP, and WET locations.
• Suitable for installation in storage area of a clothes closet when assembled as a finished extrusion up to 4W/ft at Q-Tran facility.
• Temp Rating: Refer to cut sheet.
• Not rated for walkover.
• Input Voltage: 24VDC.
• Diagrams are for representation only and not to scale.

Methods of Installation

Adhesive Mount

This method utilizes VHB Tape (included on the backside of the strip) or separately sold silicone adhesive.

Diagram Description: Illustrates the LED strip being affixed to a ceiling or wall surface using adhesive. The diagram shows the strip positioned on a wall, with the VHB tape on its back, and mentions optional silicone adhesive.

Notes:

• Avoid bending in sharp horizontal angles which may damage the LED.
• Always test LED operation before installing in extrusion. Connect LED to power supply to ensure it is working properly and all non-factory soldered connections are secure.
• Diagrams are for representation only and not to scale.

LED Strip Lead Wire & Jumper Instructions: DRY IP20

If LED wires are pre-soldered from the factory, skip to page 6.

Items Included (iQ-LED-24-KIT): 24" Lead wire, 6" Solder, 1" Shrink Tube, 1/2" Shrink Tube.

Items Included (iQ-JUMP-6-KIT): 6" Lead wire, 6" Solder, two 1" Shrink Tubes, two 1/2" Shrink Tubes.

Step 1: Cutting the Strip

Diagram Description: Shows a ruler measuring the LED strip, with scissors cutting it at a marked [cut point].

Step 2: Soldering Lead Wire

Diagram Description: Depicts soldering a lead wire onto the solder pad of the LED strip, ensuring correct polarity ([positive (+)] and [negative (-)] connections). The black wire is typically negative, and the red wire is typically positive. Recommended soldering iron temperature: 650°F - 700°F for lead-free solder.

Step 3: Heat Shrinking Connections

Diagram Description: Illustrates the process of insulating the soldered connection using heat shrink tubes. This involves placing a 1/2-inch [shrink tube] on the lead wire, shrinking it with a [heat gun], then placing a 1-inch [shrink tube] over it and shrinking it again.

Notes:

• Avoid bending in sharp horizontal angles which may damage the LED.
• Always test LED operation before installing in extrusion. Connect LED to power supply to ensure it is working properly and all non-factory soldered connections are secure.
• Diagrams are for representation only and not to scale.

LED Strip Lead Wire & Jumper Instructions: DMP IP54

If LED wires are pre-soldered from the factory, skip to page 6.

Items Included (iQ-LED-24-KIT): 24" Lead wire, 6" Solder, 1" Shrink Tube, 1/2" Shrink Tube.

Items Included (iQ-JUMP-6-KIT): 6" Lead wire, 6" Solder, two 1" Shrink Tubes, two 1/2" Shrink Tubes.

Step 1: Cutting the Strip

Diagram Description: Shows measuring and cutting the LED strip at a marked [cut point]. It also notes that once a damp strip is cut, it cannot be reconnected.

Step 2: Soldering Lead Wire

Diagram Description: Depicts soldering a lead wire onto the solder pad of the LED strip, ensuring correct polarity ([positive (+)] and [negative (-)] connections). It mentions carefully peeling back polyurethane to expose the solder pads. Recommended soldering iron temperature: 650°F - 700°F for lead-free solder.

Step 3: Heat Shrinking Connections

Diagram Description: Illustrates the process of insulating the soldered connection using heat shrink tubes. This involves placing a 1/2-inch [shrink tube] on the lead wire, shrinking it with a [heat gun], then placing a 1-inch [shrink tube] over it and shrinking it again.

Notes:

• Avoid bending in sharp horizontal angles which may damage the LED.
• Always test LED operation before installing in extrusion. Connect LED to power supply to ensure it is working properly and all non-factory soldered connections are secure.
• Diagrams are for representation only and not to scale.

LED Strip Lead Wire & Jumper Instructions: WET IP67

If LED wires are pre-soldered from the factory, skip to page 6.

Items Included (iQ-LED-67-KIT): 24" Lead wire, 6" Solder, Lead wire cap, End Cap.

Items Included (iQ-JUMP-67-KIT): 6" Lead wire, 6" Solder, two Lead wire Caps.

Step 1: Cutting the Strip

Diagram Description: Shows measuring and cutting the LED strip at a marked [cut point]. It notes that once a wet strip is cut, it cannot be reconnected.

Step 2: Soldering Lead Wire

Diagram Description: Depicts soldering a lead wire onto the solder pad of the LED strip, ensuring correct polarity ([positive (+)] and [negative (-)] connections). Recommended soldering iron temperature: 650°F - 700°F for lead-free solder.

Step 3: Sealing Connections

Diagram Description: Illustrates sealing the connection for WET IP67 rating. This involves placing a [lead wire cap] over the wire and adding [silicone] inside the connector to secure the gap. Then, an [end cap] is placed over the end of the LED strip, and [glue] is applied around its edge to secure it.

Notes:

• Avoid bending in sharp horizontal angles which may damage the LED.
• Always test LED operation before installing in extrusion. Connect LED to power supply to ensure it is working properly and all non-factory soldered connections are secure.
• Diagrams are for representation only and not to scale.

LED Insertion for In-Field Assembly Installation: Strip in Extrusion

Step 1: Surface Cleaning

Diagram Description: Shows cleaning the surface of the extrusion and the multi-tray surface using a [50/50 alcohol] mix. The surface should be allowed to dry for approximately [5 minutes].

Step 2: Adhering the Strip

Diagram Description: Depicts peeling back 0.5 inches of the [VHB tape]'s protective film on one end of the LED strip. The strip is then adhered to the desired surface with firm pressure, avoiding air bubbles, in small sections.

Step 3: Attaching Flat Lenses

Diagram Description: For 'Flat Lenses', this step shows applying uniform pressure until the extrusion and lens snap securely together.

Step 4: Attaching Optical Lenses and End Caps

Diagram Description: For 'Optical Lenses', this step shows sliding the lens into the grooved lip of the extrusion from one end until secured. It also shows adding [glue] inside the [end cap] and around its edges to secure it in place, ensuring glue does not contact the LED.

Surface Mounting Method: VHB Adhesive Mount - Surface Preparation

Step 1: Environmental Conditions

Diagram Description: Illustrates ideal environmental conditions for application: [70-100°F] temperature, [50% humidity or less], and a curing time of [72 hours].

Step 2: Surface Treatment for Porous Materials

Diagram Description: For porous materials like Wood, Brick, and Concrete, it is recommended to apply [2 layers] of paint or primer to create a better bonding surface. This can be achieved using products like 3M Primer 94, available at local hardware stores.

Step 3: Surface Cleaning and Adhesion

Diagram Description: Shows cleaning the surface area with a [50/50 alcohol] mix and allowing it to dry for [5 minutes]. Then, peeling back 0.5 inches of the [VHB tape]'s protective film and adhering the strip to the surface with firm pressure, avoiding air bubbles, in small sections.

Materials and Suggested Epoxies: