Q-TRAN Shield Engineered to Protect LED Strips Instruction Manual

Q-TRAN Shield Engineered to Protect LED Strips

Product Information

The product is a shield that is designed to be installed with LED strips for various applications. It comes in two versions: SHLD-A for standalone use and SHLD-B for use within extrusions. The shield is made of PVC and includes a silicone sleeve LED strip (sold separately) that can be attached using 3M adhesive. The shield is available in different profiles, including .29 .63 Profile – S, .29 .71 Profile – M, .29 .79 Profile – L, .20 .47 Profile – S, .20 .55 Profile – M, and .20 .63 Profile – L. The installation instructions provide information on the methods of installation, recommended materials for different surfaces, and temperature and environmental concerns.

Product Usage Instructions

Installation Method: SHLD-A (Standalone Use)

1. Read all instructions before installation.
2. Choose the appropriate epoxy based on the surface material:
   • Concrete, Stone, Cinderblock, Metal, and Brick: Loctite Metal and Concrete Two-Part Epoxy.
   • ABS, Fiberglass, Plastic, and PVC: Loctite Plastic Two-Part Epoxy.
   • Tile, Wood, Ceramic, Glass, or Metal: Loctite Clear Two-Part Epoxy.
3. If the surface is porous (e.g., Wood, Brick, Concrete), apply two layers of paint or primer to create a better bonding surface.
4. Clean the surface using a 50/50 alcohol mix.
5. Measure the PVC carrier and cut it to the desired length.
6. Remove the adhesive backing on the carrier and mount it to the surface.
7. Mount the LED strip within the guideline on the PVC carrier and apply pressure. Start and end the LED 3/8 inch from the end of the carrier.
8. Install the shield lens, starting at the input feed wire end. Remove the adhesive backing and provide pressure as you mount it down the length of the carrier.
9. Cut the shield to the desired length, leaving a 3/8 inch dead space at each end.

Installation Method: SHLD-B (Use within Extrusions)

1. Read all instructions before installation.
2. Clean the surface area of the extrusion and tray using a 50/50 alcohol mix and allow it to dry for 5 minutes.
3. Refer to the extrusion installation instructions for cutting it to the desired length.
4. Peel back 0.5 of the VHB tape’s protective film on one end of the LED strip and use firm pressure to adhere it to the extrusion, avoiding air bubbles. Continue peeling the film and adhering the strip in small sections until the entire length is installed.
5. Peel back 0.5 of the VHB tape’s protective film on both ends of the shield lens and use firm pressure to adhere it to the extrusion along the sides of the LED strip, avoiding air bubbles. Continue peeling the film and adhering the shield lens in small sections until the entire length is installed.
6. Refer to the applicable extrusion product page at q-tran.com for further instructions on installing extrusion components.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SHIELD

ATTENTION : Please read all instructions BEFORE installation

• Product to be installed by a licensed electrician
• Always ensure power supply connection to electrical circuit is disconnected before working on it
• Follow diagram to connect Secondary Voltage wires to power supply. Refer to Q-Tran power supply instructions for wiring
• Use only with Class 2 power supply unit — Compatible for use with Q-Tran power supplies
• Suitable for DRY
• Suitable for installation in storage area of a clothes closet when assembled as a finished extrusion up to 4W/ft at Q-Tran facility
• Temp Rating: Refer to cut sheet
• Not rated for walkover
• Diagrams for representation only and not to scale.
• Once a wet strip or a damp strip is cut, it cannot be reconnected.

METHODS OF INSTALLATION:

**MOUNTING METHOD

**

• SHLD-A
  • SHLD-A (for standalone use)
• SHLD-B
  • SHLD-B (for use within extrusions)

NOTES:

• Avoid bending in sharp angles which may damage the LED.
• Diagrams for representation only and not to scale.

MOUNTING METHOD SHLD-A

NOTE : Standalone use

Two-Part Epoxy
ABS, Fiberglass, Plastic, and PVC| Loctite Plastic Two-Part Epoxy
Tile, Wood, Ceramic, Glass, or Metal| Loctite Clear Two-Part Epoxy
All Purpose| Strong Stik

1. Temperature and environmental concerns:
   • Ideal application environment is 70-100ºF in 50% humidity or less.
   • Minimum application temperature: 50ºF
   • This temperature and humidity should be maintained for 72 hours after application for maximum bond strength.
2. For porous materials (Wood, Brick, Concrete etc.) apply two layers of paint or primer to the surface. This will help create a better bonding surface for these materials. These can be purchased from a local hardware store.
3. 
   • Clean surface.
   • Measure PVC carrier and cut to length.
   • Remove adhesive backing on carrier and mount to surface.
4. 
   • Mount LED within guideline on PVC Carrier and apply pressure. Start and end LED 3/8″ from end of carrier.
   • Install Shield Lens. Start at input feed wire end. Remove adhesive backing and provide pressure as you mount down the lenght of carrier.
   • Cut shield to desired length. Use scissors or razor blade. Allow 3/8″ of dead space at each end.

**MOUNTING METHOD SHLD-B

**

NOTE: In Extrusions

1. Temperature and environmental concerns:
   • Ideal application environment is 70-100ºF in 50% humidity or less.
   • Minimum application temperature: 50ºF
   • This temperature and humidity should be maintained for 72 hours after application for maximum bond strength.
2. Using a 50/50 alcohol mix, thoroughly clean surface area of the extrusion and tray. Allow 5 minutes to dry.
   • Refer to extrusion installation instructions for cutting to length at https://www.q-tran.com/products/extrusions/
3. Peel back 0.5″ of the VHB tape’s protective film on one end of LED and use firm pressure to adhere it to the extrusion, avoiding air bubbles. Continue peeling the film and adhering the strip in small sections until the entire length is installed.
4. Peel back 0.5″ of the VHB tape’s protective film on both ends of the shield lens and use firm pressure to adhere it to the ex-trusion along the sides of the LED strip, avoiding air bubbles. Continue peeling the film and adhering the shield lens in small sections until the entire length is installed.
   • For instructions pertaining to the installation of extrusion components, visit the applicable extrusion product page at q-tran.com.

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Specification subject to change.
Rev-10-10-23

References

• LED Lighting Systems, Linear LED Lights, LED transformers | Q-Tran
• Your Name as Your Email | Hover Realnames
• LED Lighting Systems, Linear LED Lights, LED transformers | Q-Tran
• LED Profiles | LED Extrusions | Aluminum Extrusion | Q-Tran

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