INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EXTRUSION - TALO

METHODS OF INSTALLATION

Ideal for office, retail, hospitality, education, laboratory, and residential applications.

• Cove, Under & over cabinet
• Shelf
• Display cabinet
• Signage

IP Ratings:

• IP20: Dry locations
• IP54: Damp locations
• IP67: Wet locations

COMPONENTS & HARDWARE

TALO Profile Options:

• Clear
• Frosted
• Polar
• Diffused
• Encapsulated in Clear
• Encapsulated in Translucent

Mounting Hardware:

• Hidden Stainless Steel Clip (SST-02): Included. Requires #4 x 5/8" Flat Head SS screw. (2 clips provided for 4' or less; 4 clips provided for greater than 4').
• Plastic T-BAR Clip (PLC-01): Included. Standard 1" (15/16) grid clips. (2 Clips provided per first 12", 1 clip provided per additional foot).
• Hinge Bracket (HMB-M, HMB-L, HMB-XL): Sold individually.
• Q-ANGLE: Sold in pairs. Included hardware: 4 SS #6x1.25" Flat head wood screws, 2 SS #4x1.25" Flat head clip screws, 2 SS 6-32 Fillister screws.
• Q-PIVOT: Sold in pairs. Included hardware: SS #4-40x3/16" Flat head screws, 2 #4x3/4" Pan Head screws.

Adhesives (Sold Separately):

• Silicone (e.g., DOWSIL 832)
• VHB Tape (e.g., TAPE-VHB-IP20)

Wire Connectors:

• Bare Wire (BW)
• Barrel Connector (BRL)
• Connector 6" (CON6)
• Connector 24" (CON24)

CUTTING, ASSEMBLY & WIRING OPTIONS

NOTES:

• Avoid bending in sharp 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 / DAMP IP54 / WET IP67

If LED wires are pre-soldered from the factory, skip to page 7.

1. Measure and cut LED strip to desired length with scissors along the ✂️ Cut Point.
2. For DAMP IP54: Carefully peel polyurethane back to expose the solder pads. Once a damp strip is cut, it cannot be reconnected.
3. For WET IP67: Once a wet strip is cut, it cannot be reconnected.
4. Solder Lead Wire: Solder lead wire onto the solder pad. Confirm wires are matched up correctly before soldering. See wiring diagrams below for specific light engine details. Recommended soldering iron temperature of 650°F – 700°F for lead-free solder.

Included Kits:

• iQ-LED-24-KIT: (1) 24" Lead wire, (1) 6" Solder, (1) 1" Shrink Tube, (1) 1/2" Shrink Tube.
• iQ-JUMP-6-KIT: (1) 6" Lead wire, (1) 6" Solder, (2) 1" Shrink Tube, (2) 1/2" Shrink Tube.
• iQ-LED-67-KIT: (1) 24" Lead wire, (1) 6" Solder, (1) Lead wire cap, (1) End Cap.
• iQ-JUMP-67-KIT: (1) 6" Lead wire, (1) 6" Solder, (2) Lead wire Caps.

Wiring Diagrams (Example Color Codes):

• SW, SC, SD-SW, SW-HE, SW-HE+: LEAD WIRE Red = +24V, Black = Negative
• WD: LEAD WIRE Black = Negative, Red = +24V
• DW, DW-HE: LEAD WIRE Black = +24V, Red = WW, Blue = SW
• DW, DW-HE: LEAD WIRE Black = +24V, Blue = CW, Red = WW
• RGBW, RGBW-HE: LEAD WIRE Blue = Blue, Red = Red, Green = Green, White = White, Black = +24V
• RGB SW-IA: LEAD WIRE Black = +24V, Blue = Blue, Red = Red, Green = Green
• RGB SW-IA: LEAD WIRE Red = +24V, Blue = Data, Black = Negative

Heat Shrinking Instructions:

3. Connect LED to power supply to ensure it is working properly and all non-factory soldered connections are secure before proceeding.
4. Disconnect power and begin heat shrinking:
• a: Place 1st sleeve (1/2" Shrink Tube) on lead wire.
• b: Shrink the tube with a heat gun.
• c: Place 2nd sleeve (1" Shrink Tube) on lead wire.
• d: Shrink the tube with a heat gun.

Wet Location Sealing (IP67):

• a: Place lead wire cap over wire.
• b: Add silicone inside connector and glue around the edge to secure gap; allow time for glue to dry.
• c: Place end cap over the end of LED.
• d: Add silicone inside connector and glue around the edge to secure gap; allow time for glue to dry.

MOUNTING

CUTTING EXTRUSIONS FOR IN-FIELD ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

Q-Tran strongly recommends cutting the extrusion and lens together to achieve a clean cut.

• For corners or angles: Measure the LED extrusion to desired length and cut with a miter saw.
• For straight runs: Measure LED extrusion to desired length and cut it with a circular saw.

NOTE: Using the proper blade for aluminum, cut to the desired length. Recommend using a 10 in. x 80 tooth medium aluminum saw blade.

CONTINUOUS WIRING CONFIGURATION OPTIONS

Review wire method to ensure clean installation prior to mounting extrusion.

NOTE: Additional wire methods include: S1 & S2: Connector/Wire Input only; P1 & P2: Connector/Wire Input and Output.

LED INSERTION FOR IN-FIELD ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

1. Using a 50/50 alcohol mix, thoroughly clean the surface area of the extrusion. Allow 5 minutes to dry.
2. Peel back 0.5" of the VHB tape's protective film on one end of LED and use firm pressure to adhere it to the extrusion, avoiding air bubbles. Continue peeling the film and adhering the strip in small sections until the entire length is installed.
3. Flat Lenses: Apply uniform pressure until the extrusion and lens snap securely together.
4. Add glue inside the end cap and glue around edges to secure end cap in place. Do not allow glue to come in contact with LED.

SURFACE MOUNTING METHOD: VHB ADHESIVE

SURFACE PREPARATION

1. Temperature and environmental concerns:
• Ideal application environment is 70-100°F in 50% humidity or less.
• Minimum application temperature: 50°F.
• This temperature and humidity should be maintained for 72 hours after application for maximum bond strength.
2. Cleaning:
• a. Using a 50/50 alcohol mix, thoroughly clean the backside of the extrusion and the surface area where extrusion will be installed. Allow 5 minutes to dry.
• b. Peel back 0.5" of the VHB tape's protective film on one end and use firm pressure to adhere it to the desired surface, avoiding air bubbles. Continue peeling the film and adhering the tape in small sections until the entire length is installed.
3. Porous Materials: For porous materials (Wood, Brick, Concrete etc.) apply two layers of paint or primer to the surface. This will help create a better bonding surface. These can be purchased from a local hardware store.

SUGGESTED EPOXIES (Sold Separately):

INSTALLATION

1. Determine the TALO extrusion(s) location and positioning on desired surface before adhering extrusion to surface. Make any necessary reference markings to indicate extrusion placement.
2. Applying VHB Adhesive:
   • a. To adhere the VHB adhesive, peel the white film back while evenly applying the tape to the mounting side of the extrusion. The red side should be visible.
   • b. Remove the red film and position extrusion in place according to your previous reference marking(s).
3. Remove protective film from the surface of the extrusion's lens.

NOTES: EPOXY ALTERNATIVE: For improved bonding strength, apply a small amount of epoxy at each end. Refer to table on page 9 for suggested epoxies. Please follow all manufacturer instructions for suggested epoxy.

SURFACE MOUNTING METHOD: SILICONE

Clip Placement: Determine the TALO extrusion(s) location and positioning on desired surface; evenly distribute clips. Make any necessary reference markings to indicate where each clip is to be secured in place. Recommended every 24" - 30". (2 clips provided for 4' or less; 4 clips provided for greater than 4').

1. Securing Clips:
   • a. Firmly press the silicone-coated clips on the marked reference points.
   • b. Wait for silicone adhesive to cure completely before snapping extrusion into place.
   • c. Snap extrusion onto clips.
2. Remove protective film from the surface of the extrusion's lens.

NOTE: Cure time is dependent on the type of silicone adhesive used. Refer to silicone product manufacturer for accurate drying time.

SURFACE MOUNTING METHOD: HIDDEN STAINLESS STEEL CLIPS

Clip Placement: Determine the TALO extrusion(s) location and positioning on desired surface; evenly distribute clips. Make any necessary reference markings to indicate where each clip is to be secured in place. Recommended every 24" - 30". (2 clips provided for 4' or less; 4 clips provided for greater than 4').

1. Securing Clips:
   • a. Secure clips using the #4 flat head hardware provided.
   • b. Ensure the screw head is flush with the clip's base.
   • c. Snap extrusion onto clips.
2. Remove protective film from the surface of the extrusion's lens.

NOTE: Flat head screw type is dependent on surface/application material. Alternative flat head screws may be required. Refer to the surface material manufacturer for suggested screw type.

SURFACE MOUNTING METHOD: PLASTIC T-BAR CLIPS

Clip Placement: Determine the TALO extrusion(s) location and positioning on desired surface; evenly distribute clips. Make any necessary reference markings to indicate where each clip is to be secured in place. Recommended every 12". (2 Clips provided per first 12", 1 clip provided per additional foot).

1. Snap extrusion onto T-BAR.
2. Remove protective film from the surface of the extrusion's lens.