COB Tape Light Installation Instructions

Important Safety Information

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING FIXTURE. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

RAB fixtures must be wired in accordance with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes. Proper grounding is required for safety. THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE INSTALLATION CODE BY A PERSON FAMILIAR WITH THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT AND THE HAZARDS INVOLVED.

1. The operation instruction does not supersede federal, state, local, or (inter) national laws, regulations, rules, ordinances, and codes that may apply to electrical installations.
2. The installation and electrical connection process must be operated by a professional electrician using the applicable and appropriate electrical codes.
3. Installation, usage and storage must occur in the environment within the temperature range (usually -20~45°C for installation & usage and -20~60°C for storage) indicated on the product datasheet of the tape light.
4. Make sure the operating voltage of the tape light coincides with the voltage of the extra LED power supply certified for the LED lighting industry, do not connect the tape light directly to the AC power such as 120V input.
5. Please choose the suitable waterproof rating of the tape light according to the actual application scene.
6. Unroll the tape light from reel before illumination, to avoid product damage caused by the heat.
7. The tape light can be cut into certain shorter lengths, and also can be spliced into longer lengths. Please refer to the standard length and increment written on the product datasheet of the tape light. Beyond working length will lead to quality issues like overload, uneven brightness, etc.
8. Turn off the power supply before wiring, assembly, processing, cleaning, maintenance, etc, and ensure all wiring and polarities are correct before powering on.
9. Do not secure the tape light with staples, nails, or similar objects that can damage the insulated housing for waterproofing.
10. Be aware of ESD protection, handle with care without colliding or crushing, do not mechanically press down on LED and other components, and do not cover the tape light with heat insulation gasket material.
11. Try to use in a well ventilated environment and avoid complete sealing. Avoid installing and using the tape light near heat sources, or other potentially dangerous sources like corrosive solvents.
12. To protect your eyes, do not stare at the light for a long time when illuminating the tape light.
13. An additional heat sink is helpful for the heat conductivity and LED lifetime, pleasure refer to the heat sink and LED lifespan definition on the product datasheet of the tape light.
14. To reduce the voltage drop as much as possible, the wire length between tape light and power supply should be as short as possible.
15. Considering the reliability of the LED power supply, it's recommended to use the loading powers not exceed 80% of its rated output power.
16. Make sure that the LED power supply does not generate reverse voltage, it will damage the tape light.
17. Dust and dirt accumulated over time should be removed from the light emitting surface to assure optimal functioning of the tape light. Disconnect the power before maintenance and cleaning.
18. Paints, solvents and corrosive cleaning chemicals may not contact and thus affect the tape light.
19. This product may not be treated as household waste, dispose of the material through the waste recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
20. CAUTION: The mounting means provided with this tape light has not been evaluated for reliability. If installed where failure of the mounting means could cause injury to persons or damage to property below, supplemental means of securement should be considered.

Warning

SHOCK HAZARD! ⚡ IT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! Do not connect the tape light directly to the high voltage power. Please turn off the power prior to installation. ?

Handle Product With Care!

• Do not bend the tape light to a diameter less than 0.79 inches. In addition, the bending position should avoid electronic components to prevent damage.
• Do not bend the tape light on a horizontal plane.
• Do not cover the tape light with any materials.
• Do not fold, crease the tape light.
• Do not pull the tape light or driverwire hard during installation and using.
• Do not rub the tape light with other objects.
• Do not twist the tape light.
• Do not put excessive pressure on surface of the tape light (glass/acrylic panes, etc.)

Dimensional Drawings

TICSY & TICY & TICN

Top Side: [Diagram showing dimensions and cutting unit]

Back Side: [Diagram showing dimensions and cutting unit]

Sectional View: [Diagram showing dimensions]

TIC/DW

Top Side: [Diagram showing dimensions and cutting unit]

Back Side: [Diagram showing dimensions and cutting unit]

Sectional View: [Diagram showing dimensions]

Installation

Option 1: Fixed by adhesive tape.

1. Clean the mounting surface by removing any dirt, debris, or moisture. [Spray bottle and cloth icon]
2. Peel off the release paper of the adhesive tape, and then stick the LED tape light to the mounting surface, with materials such as glass, aluminum, iron, stainless steel, PC etc. (Not recommended to stick to low surface energy materials with oil/dust/wax/powder/paint, such as cement, gravel, silicon rubber, rough board etc.) [Tape light being applied to a surface]

Option 2: Fixed by aluminum profile in TAP12.

1. Fixed the aluminum profile by clip and screw to the mounting surface, with materials such as wood, metal, plastic etc. (Not recommended to fix to relatively brittle, hard and soft materials such as glass/stone/ceramic/foam etc.). [Profile being attached]
2. Clean the profile and then stick the tape light into it. [Tape light inserted into profile]
3. Slide the cover into the profile. [Cover sliding into profile]
4. Fix the end cap onto the profile. [End cap attached]

Wiring

Option 1: use TID-60 or TID-96 driver with non-dimming.

[Wiring diagram showing Live, Neutral, INPUT, LED connections for non-dimming driver]

Option 2: use TID-60 or TID-96 driver with TRIAC dimming

(Use the compatible phase dimmer in XDIM, or Lightcloud Blue phase dimmer in XDIM/LCB or XDIM/LCBS.)

[Wiring diagram showing Triac Dimmer, Live, Load, Neutral, INPUT, LED connections for dimming driver]

Wire Specification

Notes:

• This driver is compatible with both leading edge and trailing edge triac dimmer.
• This driver should be installed by qualified and professional person.
• Please make sure the driver is installed in ventilation environment for good heat dissipation.
• For avoiding driver damage, please make sure the electric wiring is correct before testing.

Wiring (cont'd)

Option 3: use TOD-96 driver with non-dimming.

[Wiring diagram showing INPUT (White/N, Black/L), LED (Red/+, Black/-), DIM (Purple/+, Pink/-) connections for TOD-96 non-dimming driver]

[Diagram showing Live, Neutral, Ground connections to the driver]

Option 4: use TOD-96 driver with TRIAC dimming

(Use the compatible phase dimmer in XDIM, or Lightcloud Blue phase dimmer in XDIM/LCB or XDIM/LCBS.)

[Wiring diagram showing INPUT (White/N, Black/L), LED (Red/+, Black/-), DIM (Purple/+, Pink/-) connections for TOD-96 dimming driver]

[Diagram showing Live, Neutral, Ground, Load connections to the driver and Triac Dimmer]

Notes:

• This driver is compatible with both leading edge and trailing edge triac dimmer.
• This driver should be installed by qualified and professional person.
• Please make sure the driver is installed in ventilation environment for good heat dissipation.
• For avoiding driver damage, please make sure the electric wiring is correct before testing.
• Although the waterproof level of the LED driver can reach the wet location in IP65, considering the safety of wiring, it is required that the LED driver should not be directly exposed to outdoor environments that are soaked in rain or water, and should be shielded, such as being placed in a power box.

Wiring (cont'd)

Option 5: use TOD-96 driver with 0-10V/1-10V/10V PWM/Potentiometer dimming.

[Wiring diagram showing INPUT (White/N, Black/L), LED (Red/+, Black/-), DIM (Purple/+, Pink/-) connections for TOD-96 dimming driver]

[Diagram showing 0-10V/1-10V/10V PWM/Potentiometer Dimmer connections]

[Diagram showing Live, Neutral, Ground connections to the driver]

[Second wiring diagram for TOD-96 driver with dimming]

[Diagram showing Live, Neutral, Ground connections to the driver]

Notes:

• Dimming interface characteristics: 0.9V and below are closed, 1V is the darkest, 10V is the brightest, 1-10V is the dimming range.
• The dimming interface distinguishes between positive and negative, DIM+ is positive, DIM- is negative, please do not reverse.
• Dimming interface does not support voltage access higher than 20V, otherwise it will cause damage to the internal components.
• When the dimming interface is open, the driver outputs the maximum current. When the interface is short-circuited, the current output is closed.
• When multiple synchronous dimming is required, the positive poles of the dimming interface of each driver are connected together, and the negative poles are connected together.
• Support passive dimmer or isolated active dimmer dimming, does not support non-isolated active dimmer dimming.
• In general, it is recommended that the number of drivers connected in parallel under the same dimmer does not exceed 30pcs, and the Max. wiring length of dimming wires do not exceed 328ft.
• It is recommended that the dimming wires should not be lower than the 22AWG wire.
• Do not put the dimming wires with high voltage or interference sources. If it is unavoidable, please use the shielded wires.
• Although the waterproof level of the LED driver can reach the wet location in IP65, considering the safety of wiring, it is required that the LED driver should not be directly exposed to outdoor environments that are soaked in rain or water, and should be shielded, such as being placed in a power box.

Assembly

Using soldering-free connector (TIJ2 for tape light TICYY & TICY & TICN, and TIJ2/DW for tape light TIC/DW).

1. Cut the tape light along the cutting line to be the desired length. [Diagram showing cutting line on tape light]
2. Peel off the adhesive tape in a certain length. [Diagram showing adhesive tape being peeled]
3. Insert the tape light into the connector. [Diagram showing tape light inserted into connector]
4. Use pliers to firmly close the connector, and ensure that the metal pins can pierce the PCB. And then, stick the adhesive tape that was just peel off under the connector. [Diagram showing pliers closing connector]
5. Use a knife to cut off a small piece of glue with a thickness of 0.02in. and a length of 0.08in. from the luminous surface.
6. Repeat the operation for another tape light for the connector type of tape light to tape light. Same operation for the connector type of tape light to cable. Always make sure the polarity is correct for each step! [Diagram showing tape light to tape light connection]
7. Same operation for the connector type of tape light to cable to tape light. [Diagram showing tape light to cable connection]