SloanLED FlexTAPE User manual

Tools and supplies: Required: Measuring tape, scissors or shears.
Optional: PLTC cable, utility knife, Dow Corning
®
737 or equivalent
SloanLED approved neutral cure sealant. Soldering iron or SloanLED
FlexTAPE connectors. SloanLED FlexTAPE silicone end caps.
1. Clean surface: Clean inside channel letter or
mounting track (SloanLED FlexTAPE product
dimensions are 0.32" [8 mm] x 0.11" [2.8 mm])
with rubbing alcohol and allow to dry.
2. Cut to length: SloanLED FlexTAPE can be
cut in approximate 2" (50 mm) segments.
Cut SloanLED FlexTAPE to desired length.
NOTE:Modules must be mounted in an enclosed sign cabinet/box. This product is not suitable for immersion or direct exposure to water for extended periods of time. AVERTISSEMENT:
Les modules doivent être montés dans une armoire / boîte de signalisation fermée. Ce produit ne convient pas à l'immersion ou à l'exposition directe à l'eau pendant de longues périodes.
4. Connections: Sections may be connected in
series or parallel. Connections may be made
by soldering to wire pads or using SloanLED
FlexTAPE connectors. NOTE: To avoid
signicant line loss, do not use more than
16.4 ft (5 m) in series.
3. Peel and stick: Using predetermined layout, remove tape backing and stick strip in place.
Ensure strip is rmly attached.
NOTE: Avoid pressing down directly on top of LEDs or circuit components and use caution to not
damage LEDs or circuit components in tight bends around sharp corners. REMARQUE: Évitez
d'appuyer directement sur les DEL ou les composants du circuit et veillez à ne pas endommager
les DEL ou les composants du circuit dans les virages serrés autour des angles aigus.
Board-to-wire
connector
Side mounted
Board-to-board
connector
NOTE: All electrical connections must be protected from mechanical damage and the environment. Seal all connections
that may be exposed to water with electrical grade non-corrosive silicone. AVERTISSEMENT: Toutes les connexions
électriques doivent être protégées des dommages mécaniques et de l'environnement. Scellez toutes les connexions qui
peuvent être exposées à l'eau avec du silicone non corrosif de qualité électrique.
4b.SloanLED FlexTAPE connectors: Open
connector and insert SloanLED FlexTAPE
until fully seated. Press down on transparent
cover until fully snaps into place.
4a. Solder connections: Wire connections can be made by
soldering to top or bottom side wire pads. If soldering to bottom
pads, remove tape covering pads prior to soldering. If soldering
to top wire pads, very carefully remove clear modling material
prior to soldering. Do not cut or damage traces. Take care to
ensure correct polarity. Ensure connections are covered after
soldering to avoid electrical short circuits. If soldering wires,
it is recommended to use silicone end cap (SloanLED P/N:
402566) and silicone seal cut end and solder joint. See step 5.
4c. For board-to-board connectors, ensure that
polarity of connections matches (+) to (+)
and (-) to (-).
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Installation Guide for 701990-(XX)12SA1
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6. Connect power supply: See Power Supply
Installation Guide for more information
regarding power supply installation.
Troubleshooting
NOTE: A licensed electrician should perform all applicable steps.
Entire FlexTAPE leg does not light after
complete installation.
Check connection from power supply lead to rst section of FlexTAPE. Make sure polarity of connections made at power supply lead, any jumper
wire, and at rst section are correct. All connections must be RED to (+) and BLACK to (-).
Still does not light. Disconnect FlexTAPE from power supply. Check output voltage of power supply using a multimeter. The output voltage should be 12.0 VDC ±
0.5 VDC. If there is no output voltage, have a licensed electrician check input voltage. Make sure power supply is connected correctly and getting
primary power. If power supply is connected properly and getting primary power and there is still no output voltage, replace power supply.
Still does not light. If power supply is getting primary power, has the correct output, and no sections light, there may be a short in the secondary wiring.
Check all connections and cap all loose wires.
The beginning of a leg lights, but entire leg
does not light or lights intermittently.
The primary cause of a portion of a FlexTAPE leg not lighting or lighting intermittently is a bad connection or reverse polarity connection between
sections that light and sections that don’t light. Check this connection. Inspect SloanLED FlexTAPE for damage. Ensure there are not cuts in assembly.
An entire power supply leg of
SloanLED FlexTAPE is dim.
Ensure maximum number of feet (meters) has not been exceeded (see above 12 VDC Power Supply Capacity Chart). Check secondary voltage.
If voltage is below 11.5 VDC, power supply leg may be overloaded.
One segment does not light, but all others
in the leg light.
FlexTAPE is designed so if one segment fails, it will not cause the entire leg to go out. If one segment does not light, but all others in the leg do,
replace the entire section with a new one.
12 VDC Power Supply Capacity Chart
Input Output Maximum feet (meters)
Power supply Part number Nominal input voltage Input current Power output Output current Red White (6500 K, 5000 K, 3500 K)
Self-Contained 20 W 701680 100-240 V 0.55 A 20 W 1.67 A 16.4 (5) 12.8 (3.9)
Compact 12/25 W* 410174
100-277 V
0.40 A 25 W 2.1 A 20.5 (6.25) 16.1 (4.9)
60C1 60 W 701507-60C1 0.70 A
60 W 5.0 A 49.2 (15) 38.4 (11.7)
60C2 60 W 701507-60C2 0.80 A
60W2(E) 60 W 701507-60W2(E) 0.70 A
60W3 60 W 701507-60W3 0.80 A
120D1 120 W 701507-120D1 1.70 A 2 x60 W 2 x5.0 A 2 x49.2 (15) 2 x38.4 (11.7)
Power used per foot (meter) in watts: 1.1 W (3.6) 1.4 W (4.6)
* For sign applications, only certied for use outside of U.S. and Canada.
NOTE: Each 12 V circuit must be limited to 5 A (60 W) or less. For North American installations, a power supply that meets NEC Class 2 specications is required.
UL le number: E215393
4d. For board-to-wire connectors, insert wires into
opposite (longer) side of connector. Stranded
18-22 AWG wire may be used. DO NOT strip
wires. Ensure wire polarity is correct, (+) to (+)
and (-) to (-). Insert wires until fully seated and
press down on transparent cover until it fully
snaps into place.
5. Seal all cut ends and connections with clear
electrical grade non-corrosive silicone. On cut
ends, use SloanLED FlexTAPE silicone end
caps for a reliable seal. Fill end cap with clear
silicone and slide onto ends of SloanLED
FlexTAPE. Wipe o󰀨 excess silicone.
When using silicone end caps, use
SloanLED P/N 402566 for ends with wires
and 402566-NH for ends without wires.
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