XICATO XFL User manual
XFL Flexible Linear LED
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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and electronics that enable architects, designers and building managers to create
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XFL Flexible Linear LED Light Installation Guide
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Safety and Handling
Basic Installation Instructions
Wiring and Connection
Wiring Considerations
Layout Options
Troubleshooting
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XFL Flexible Linear LED Light Installation Guide
Global Headquarters 101 Daggett Drive San Jose, CA 95134 | +1 866 223 8395
WET LOCATION DC ONLY
Water Resistant Flexible Linear LED Lighting is easy to install in straight, curved and irregular spaces with
humid or outdoor conditions. Using high performance solid state lighting technology, light output, color
accuracy and LED brightness, XFL can create warm and relaxing environments or bright task lighting.
Please read these guidelines completely before installing.
It is important to read these guidelines completely to understand how the product works, and how it can be
congured, cut to size, connected, and installed so you can design your LED lighting layout. Installing exible
linear lighting is easy, however basic wiring skills such as stripping, splicing, extending, and connecting wires
are required.
This product operates on low voltage 24V DC power. 24V DC power supplies are sold separately in different
wattages. Note: Polarity symbols should match on input cables.
• Always disconnect the power supply before cutting or connecting Flexible Linear LED light. Never attempt
any work before shutting off the electricity.
• Do not stare directly into LED lights when illuminated.
• Do not expose XFL Flexible Linear LED Lights to direct or indirect moisture.
• Do not crimp light strip tape.
• Unused product should be properly placed and stored in an anti static bag.
This product should be installed and serviced in accordance with local and national
electrical code regulations by a qualied, licensed electrician. If you are unclear as to
how to install and wire this product, contact a qualied professional. Failure to follow
safety warnings, and installation instructions will void the warranty for this product.
XFL SAFETY AND HANDLING
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Warning: Bending exible linear strip may damage circuit traces. Do not bend exible linear strip tighter than the
maximum bend radius specied in the XFL datasheet.
XFL Flexible Linear LED Light Installation Guide
Global Headquarters 101 Daggett Drive San Jose, CA 95134 | +1 866 223 8395
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Power Supply
• Do not connect XFL directly to 120V AC power. This kit requires an UL Listed Class 2 24VDC power supply.
• Apply power to test XFL before mounting.
• Do not power LED tape while coiled on reel.
• Do not connect more than max run length specied in strip specication. It may cause the brightness to be
inconsistent.
• Only use 80% of power supply rated wattage to make sure strip gets enough power and to lengthen the
lifespan of the power supply. Overloading may cause overheating, shorting and possibly re.
Prior to Installation
XFL Flexible Linear LED Light Strips are highly versatile and can provide superior lighting accents in a variety of
applications. To maximize the lighting benets of XFL, a few planning/design steps are recommended as the
rst phase in the installation process.
Some general questions to ask in determining which installation design best suits your lighting needs are:
• Where will your power supply be located?
• How will you switch your LED lighting on and off
• What is the best layout conguration for your installation
• How will you run your wiring to your XLF Flexible Linear LED Light?
XFL are designed to provide
indirect, accentstyle lighting.
Be sure to install your LED
lighting out of direct sight.
Cut to Size
Cut along the tape where a line
divides two sets of positive and
negative connection pads.
Apply Silicone Adhesive
Fill the end cap halfway with a non-acidic
neutral silicone sealant. If sealing the wired
side of the LED tape, place a small puddle of
adhesive where the wires connect to the strip.
Attach IP67 End Cap
Insert the end cap on the end of the
strip until the back wall of the end
cap is touching the end of the strip.
Allow Adhesive to Cure
Allow 24hrs for the silicone
sealant to fully cure.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR RE-SEALING IP67 XFL TAPE
Solder Input Cables
Solder the lead wires to the
tape light, keeping the correct
polarity.
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XFL Flexible Linear LED Light Installation Guide
Global Headquarters 101 Daggett Drive San Jose, CA 95134 | +1 866 223 8395
WET LOCATION DC ONLY
Voltage drop is the normal loss of voltage that occurs as power ows along a wire connection in low voltage systems,
and increases as the length of a wire connection is increased. Wire length and thickness as well as total light wattage
inuence the amount of voltage drop.
VOLTAGE DROP
WIRING CONSIDERATIONS
Important factors to consider when designing your lighting system are:
• The total lighting wattage your installation will require.
• The length and size of wiring needed to connect light strips to the power supply.
Light strip is powered directly by a 24V battery, for applications
like boats, RV’s, etc.
Note: Consult your Xicato Sales Rep for Xicato Blutooth Mesh
onnectivity.
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ProtectionBattery Switch LED Dimmer
24V DC24V DC
WIRING AND CONNECTION
The information and illustrations below offer recommendations for choosing a general design for your application.
Light strip On/Off is controlled by a wall mounted switch.
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Light strip On/Off/Brightness is controlled by an LED dimmer.
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Wall
Switch
Switched
AC Outlet
Power Supply
AC Outet
Power Supply LED
Dimmer
24V DC
24V DC
Recommended Maximum Wire Lengths - Power Supply to Light Strips
22 AWG Wire 18 AWG Wire
Light Strip (Length in Ft.) Wire Length (Max Length in Ft.) Light Strip (Length in Ft.) Wire Length (Max Length in Ft.)
48 ft (14.64 m) 10 ft (3.05 m) 48 ft (14.63 m) 20 ft (6.10 m)
36 ft (10.97 m) 8 ft (2.44 m) 36 ft (10.97 m) 16 ft (4.88 m)
24 ft (7.32 m) 6 ft (1.83 m) 24 ft (7.32 m) 12 ft (3.66 m)
12 ft (3.6 m) 4 ft(1.22 m) 12 ft (3.66 m) 8 ft (2.44 m)
Use the chart below as a reference to minimize voltage drop.
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