How to Light Step, Stair and Linear Applications

In the past, niche lighting was accomplished with single fixtures, providing adequate lighting for pedestrian and focal points of interest as well as back lighting of architectural features. Lightcraft introduces new technology and designs with LED tape lighting.

Accent lighting for steps, stairs and perimeters has been a standard in landscape lighting for many years. The requirement for safety, security, beauty and entertainment has made this a growing niche market.

Today, with the advent of ultra thin LED tape light, it is easier than ever to add niche, safety and dramatic lighting to indoor and outdoor areas which can add tremendous value to a lighting project.

 
The most popular designs are 12v which have a maximum length of 32 feet per circuit. Other voltage design options are 24v which has a maximum length of 64 feet per circuit or 120v which has a maximum length of up to 150 feet per circuit (no power supply transformer required).

LED tape light is available in indoor or outdoor packages. The outdoor design is epoxy sealed, which not only allows for damp locations. Sealed tape is much easier to clean. Outdoor LED tape light is perfect for damp locations but not recommended for underwater use.

Additionally, LED tape light is dimmable. Lightcraft also offers a variety of in-line and in-wall dimmers. As with all LED circuits, the power supply and controls must be compatible (steady voltage).

Hardscape masonry lighting is also becoming popular. However, LED tape is less cost, smaller and ideal for any stage of the installation. LED tape is also great for aftermarket installations and has a much broader range of options than conventional accent lighting.

Miniature size ultra thin LED tape is only 3/8" wide x 1/16" height. LED tape light is now offered in a variety of colors and wattages and is extremely efficient. On average LED tape light emits 100 lpw and is rated at 50,000 hours.

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