Light pipe LEDs

LED light pipe assemblies from Tyco Electronics provide a way to achieve accent lighting.

With versions for both low- and high-intensity LEDs, the system uses a linear LED light source and a proprietary large-core optical fibre to project light the length of the pipe.

An integrated reflector in the pipe allows light to be directionally emitted along the length of the pipe.

The low-intensity light engine assembly includes both the ½ W LED and an integrated DC driver and does not require any additional heat sink or forced air cooling.

The high-intensity light socket assemblies accept starboard-style 1 to 5 W LEDs. The assembly includes a heat sink for use with high-power LEDs.

The light pipes, available in diameters of 5 and 10 mm and lengths up to 2 m, are made of optical-grade acrylic. Slots allow the assembly’s reflector strip to be oriented in four different positions for directional lighting flexibility.