LumProtect® Lamination - LUMITRONIX EN

LumProtect^® - Innovative Lamination Process for Flexible Electronics and LED Technology

Reliably Protect Flexible Modules from Damage

A wide variety of electronic assemblies are produced on the Flex production line in a roll-to-roll process for the entire industry.
However, mechanical flexibility is often accompanied by physical stress. In demanding applications, the flexible modules must reliably withstand the strain in the respective application. For this challenge, an innovative production process has now been established at LUMITRONIX^® to make the sensitive electronics more robust for challenging applications.

Features of the Unique Technology

Structured or smooth surfaces possible
High dielectric strength
High material transparency
Hardly any colour shifts
Different designs and colours possible with optional textile layers
Different connection and sealing options with cables, plugs, eyelets & crimp contacts

The Lamination Process

In the new production unit, both flat and linear electronic assemblies are laminated with several polymer materials. Depending on the intended use, the material composition can be adapted. In the lamination process, several layers of plastic are applied to the front and back of the flexible PCB material using heat and pressure.

During this process, the components assembled on the flexible PCB are encapsulated, excluding any air residues in the material composite. Since only very thin layers are used, the flexibility of the module is still maintained and at the same time the mechanical resistance increases significantly. The high transparency of the materials used makes the innovative technology a perfect complement for modules with LEDs or optical sensors.

LumProtect^® Keeps Flexible LED Modules Reliably Protected

The innovative lamination technology offers reliable protection against a wide range of environmental influences. Whether solar radiation, wind or water – the modules can withstand any weather and can for example be used outdoors in flexible lighting solutions. Furthermore, the lamination protects the Flex module against various chemicals in the air (e.g. exhaust gases) or when in direct contact with the surface (e.g. paint, cleaning agents, dust). Mechanical stresses, such as a direct impact on the electronics by the user, can also be largely avoided. Despite the lamination, the flexibility of the assembly is maintained so that multi-dimensional installations remain possible.

Laminated Flex Products from the Standard Portfolio

LumiFlex350 Pro LED Strips

Using the unique LumProtect^® process, the LumiFlex350 Pro series product was laminated in a length of 1507 mm. This keeps the flexible LED strips reliably protected against moisture, dust, gases and chemicals as well as mechanical stress and weathering. The strips are available in 2900 K and 4300 K as standard, have a CRI of 90+ and are operated with 24 V constant voltage.

Features

Dimensions: 1507 x 10 mm
No cooling necessary
Dimmable
No light spots thanks to close fitting
Constant brightness over entire length due to linear control
High efficiency and brightness
Assembled in the reel-to-reel process
Pre-assembled connection options
Easy connection due to 24 V
Made in Germany

Z-Flex LED Area Module

The new Z-Flex product series enables large-area lighting and is particularly interesting for the advertising industry (large advertising spaces), luminaire manufacturers, but also other users.

Using the unique LumProtect^® process, the series product Z-Flex 280×280 was laminated in a length of 1400 mm. This protects the flexible matrix modules from moisture, dust, gases and chemicals as well as mechanical stress and weathering. The Flex modules are available in 3300 K and 4300 K, have a CRI of 80 and are operated with 24 V constant voltage.