Technical application guide
LINEARlight Flex Protect
LF06A-P/LF06P2-P
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LINEARlight Flex Protect LF06A-P/LF06P2-P | Contents
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Contents
1 Product overview 03
1.1 General features 03
1.2 Application areas 03
1.3 LINEARlight Flex Protect Advanced 03
1.4 LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect 03
1.5 Nomenclature 04
1.6 Accessories 04
2 Installation 05
2.1 Precautionary measures 05
2.2 Connection 06
2.2.1 Basics 06
2.2.2 CONNECTsystem IP67 LP (“PROT”) 06
2.2.3 SLIMCONNECTsystem Flex IP54 (“SLIM”) 07
2.3 Assembly 08
2.3.1 Assembly with CONNECTsystem IP67 LP 08
2.3.2 Assembly with SLIMCONNECTsystem Flex IP54 09
2.4 SLIM Track System 11
2.4.1 System overview 11
2.4.2 Assembly with SLIM Track System 12
2.4.3 Covers 13
2.4.4 LF-LTS-MB (mounting bracket) 13
3 OPTOTRONIC power supplies 14
3.1 General 14
3.2 Standard connection 14
3.3 Dimming connection 14
4 Important notes 15
4.1 Basic steps of system planning 15
4.2 Parallel connection 15
4.3 Cable length 15
4.4 Temperature 15
5 Technical data 16
6 Ordering information 17
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LINEARlight Flex Protect LF06A-P/LF06P2-P | Product overview
1.1 General features — Flexible and cuttable LED modules
— Continuous light without shadows
— Fine white binning (3 SDCM)
— Dimmable (PWM)
— Lifetime of up to 50 000 h
— Flammability: glow wire test at 850 °C – EN 60598-1
— Mixed gas corrosion test – IEC 60068-2-60
— IP67 protection with high-performance silicone 1)
— Covered electronics
— UV-resistant
— Salt-mist-proof
— Easy installation
— Premounted feeder for easy connection
— Adhesive tape for easy mounting
— Connectors and track system available
— Scalable system
— Module can be cut to required length
— 24 V system with matching OPTOTRONIC
power supply and light management system
1.2 Application areasLINEARlight Flex Protect modules (LF06A-P & LF06P2-P)
are suitable for the following outdoor applications:
— General and cove lighting
— Ships and boats, wall integration
— Machine lighting
— Path illumination, illuminated signs
— Spa lighting 1)
1.3 LINEARlight Flex Protect AdvancedLight output: up to 390 lm/m
Luminous effi cacy: up to 78 lm/W
LEDs/m: 60
Available colors: 3 000 K, 4 000 K, 7 000 K
1.4 LINEARlight POWER Flex ProtectLight output: up to 1 400 lm/m
Luminous effi cacy: up to 81 lm/W
LEDs/m: 40
Available colors: 3 000 K, 4 000 K, 7 600 K
1 Product overview
LINEARlight Flex Protect Advanced (LF06A-P)
LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect (LF06P2-P)
1) Please refer to the technical application guide “IP codes in
accordance with IEC 60529”, which can be downloaded at
www.osram.com
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1.5 Nomenclature
1.6 Accessories
LF 06 P 2 - W4F - 830 - P
LINEARlight Flex
LEDs per smallest electrical unit
W4F: White/level of light output/
fi ne white binning (3 SDCM)
830: CRI + CCT: CRI 80 + 3 000 K
Protected module
Family designation (POWER/Advanced)
2nd generation
CONNECTsystem IP67 LP
SLIMCONNECTsystem Flex IP54
SLIM Track System
OPTOTRONIC power supplies
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LINEARlight Flex Protect LF06A-P/LF06P2-P | Installation
2 Installation
2.1 Precautionary measuresBefore the installation of LINEARlight Flex Protect modules
(LF06A-P & LF06P2-P), attention should always be paid to
the following important issues.
ESDBe aware that the products can be damaged by electro-
static discharge (ESD). Earthing is a very effective measure
to avoid damaging effects due to electrostatic discharge.
Therefore, use a personal earthing system (ESD fi eld kit)
during mounting to prevent the build-up of static charge.
CleaningDepending on the surface, use a multi-purpose cleaner,
such as isopropyl alcohol, to provide a clean and dry
mounting surface, which is free of oils, silicone coatings
and dirt particles.
Mechanical forcesAvoid mechanical forces F on the connector (feeder) and
the LEDs; try to connect the connector as the last step of
the installation. A strain relief is recommended. In addition,
mechanical stress must not be applied to the module itself
(e.g. no twisting or bending in excess of the allowed radius).
IP ratingThe IP rating specifi es the degree of protection against
the intrusion of solid objects (including body parts such as
hands and fi ngers), dust and water in electrical enclosures.
While the fi rst digit of the IP rating indicates the protection
against foreign bodies, the second digit indicates the pro-
tection against water. The following IP ratings apply to
LINEARlight Flex Protect modules (LF06A-P & LF06P2-P):
IP54:
[5] Full protection against contact and protection against
quantities of dust that might interfere with the satisfac-
tory operation or safety of the device
[4] Protection against splashing water from all directions
IP67:
[6] Full protection against contact and penetration of dust
[7] Protection against ingress of water in case of
temporary fl ooding
CuttingEnsure that the modules are cut properly at an angle of 90°
before attaching the connector!
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90°
90°90°
90°
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2.2 Connection
2.2.1 BasicsCompared to the older version, the LINEARlight Flex
Protect modules (LF06A-P & LF06P2-P) of the second
generation can be ope rated with two different connector
systems:
— CONNECTsystem IP67 LP (“PROT”)
— SLIMCONNECTsystem Flex IP54 (“SLIM”)
Depending on which system is used in the application, the
modules have to be cut at the appropriate mark.
2.2.2 CONNECTsystem IP67 LP (“PROT”)
IP54 contact area IP67 contact area
Side view of the module
Connection to the power supply with LF-2PIN IP67 LP
Connection of two modules with LF-2CONN IP67 LP
PROTSLIM
PROTSLIM
PROTSLIM
PROTSLIM
PROTPROTSLIM
LF-2CONN IP67 LP / EAN 4052899 902527
PROTSLIM
PROTSLIM
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made in italyPROT Tc
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made in italyPROT Tc
5LF-2PIN IP67 LP / EAN 4052899 902480
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2.2.3 SLIMCONNECTsystem Flex IP54 (“SLIM”)
5 6LF-2PIN Flex IP SCEAN 4008321 841902
PROTSLIM
SLIM
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PROTSLIM
PROTSLIM
PROTSLIM
SLIM
LF-CONN Flex SCEAN 4008321 832467
LF-CONN Flex IP SCEAN 4008321 841926
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Connection to the power supply with LF-2PIN Flex IP SC
Connection of two modules with LF-CONN Flex SC and LF-BOOT Flex IP SC
BOOT
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1. Components for assembly:
— LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect module (LF06P2-P)
— Connector (CONNECTsystem LF-2PIN IP67 LP)
— End cap (LF-ENDCAP IP67 LP)
2. Cut at the right mark. For the CONNECTsystem IP67
LP, the marking “PROT” has to remain visible and at the
edge. Remove the red protection tape from the “PROT”
connecting area of the module.
3. Insert the module completely into the
connector. Observe the correct polarity.
4. Ensure that the module completely covers the
control window.
5. Place the metal part of the connector on a fl at surface.
Keep the module fi xed on the surface with one hand.
Hold the CONNECTsystem down with two fi ngers while
pushing the module into the connector with the other
hand.
6. Gently press both sides down until you feel both sides
close with a click.
7. Take the LF-ENDCAP IP67 LP and fi ll in the provided
special silicone.
8. Remove the red protection tape from the side of the
end cap. Fully insert the module into the end cap.
9. Connect the module to the power supply. Observe the
correct polarity (red+/black-). Perform fi nal operating
test.
Note: When connecting two LINEARlight Flex Protect
modules (LF06A-P or LF06P2-P) with the connector
LF-2CONN IP67 LP, ensure that the same polarities are
always properly connected to each other. The connecting
procedure is the same as for the connector LF-2PIN IP67 LP.
2.3 Assembly
2.3.1 Assembly with CONNECTsystem IP67 LP
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1. Components for assembly:
— LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect module (LF06P2-P)
— Connector (SLIMCONNECTsystem LF-2PIN Flex IP SC)
— End cap (LF-ENDCAP IP67 LP)
2. Cut at the right mark. For the SLIMCONNECTsystem
Flex IP54, the marking “SLIM” has to remain visible and
at the edge.
3. Use a box cutter to separate the module.
4. The module is cut at an angle of 90°. The “SLIM”
connecting area on the left module piece is then used
for the connection of the SLIMCONNECTsystem.
5. The silicone around the PCB has to be removed by
careful cutting. Do not cut into the PCB! Make a slight
cut on the front. Continue to cut on the side. Turn
around the module, remove the foil and make a slight
cut on the back.
6. Finally, cut the edges of the silicone up to the point of
the previous cutting marks.
Note: The assembly of the SLIMCONNECTsystem Flex
IP54 involves several steps that require cutting. Use a box
cutter and do not cut into the PCB.
2.3.2 Assembly with SLIMCONNECTsystem Flex IP54
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7. Remove the silicone around the PCB and the tape from
the pads.
8. Removal completed.
9. At the free pad area, the connector of the
SLIMCONNECTsystem can be used. Make sure that
the pads are not longer than 5 mm – trim if necessary.
10. Slide the PCB gently into the connector. Do not bend
the PCB.
11. Press down the connector to complete the electrical
connection to the module.
12. Slip the protection over the module and make the IP54
protection complete.
13. Complete connection of the module with the
SLIMCONNECTsystem Flex IP54.
14. Take the LF-ENDCAP IP67 LP and fi ll in the provided
special silicone.
15. Remove the red protection tape from the side of the
end cap. Fully insert the module into the end cap.
16. Connect the module to the power supply. Observe the
correct polarity (red+/black-). Perform fi nal operating
test.
Note: When connecting two LINEARlight Flex Protect
modules (LF06A-P or LF06P2-P) with the connector
LF-BOOT Flex IP SC, ensure that the same polarities are
always properly connected to each other. The connecting
procedure is the same as for the connector LF-2PIN
Flex IP SC.
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2.4 SLIM Track System
2.4.1 System overview
LF-LTS-2100 SLIM Track
LF-LTS-COVER-DIFFUSE
All fi gures in mm
LF-LTS-COVER-CLEAR
LF-LTS-COVER-SHORTPITCH
LF-LTS-MB
LF-LTS-ENDCAP
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LINEARlight Flex Protect LF06A-P/LF06P2-P | Installation
2.4.2 Assembly with SLIM Track SystemAs an example, the assembly of the SLIM Track System is
shown with the unprotected module LF06S. Follow the
same procedure for the protected modules.
1. Additional components for assembly:
— Mounting brackets (LF-LTS-MB)
— SLIM Track System
(LF-LTS-2100 SLIM Track) and cover
— M3 screws and screwdriver
2. Measure the distance and mark the fi xing positions
for the mounting brackets.
3. Fix the mounting brackets at the marked positions
by means of a screwdriver.
4. Clean the surface of the aluminum track by means
of a multi-purpose cleaner.
5. Use a personal earthing system in order to avoid
damaging effects due to electrostatic discharge.
6. Cut the module to the required length.
7. Connect the module to the LF-2PIN (observe the polari-
ty) and stick the module into the SLIM Track System.
Do not apply pressure on the LEDs!
8. Take the cover and gently push it down onto the
aluminum track.
9. Click the track with the cover into the mounting
brackets.
10. Perform fi nal operating test.
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2.4.3 Covers
LF-LTS-COVER-CLEARClear cover without diffusion.
LF-LTS-COVER-DIFFUSEIn order to obtain homogeneity for the LINEARlight Flex
Protect Advanced and LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect
modules, you have to use the LF-LTS-COVER-DIFFUSE.
LF-LTS-COVER-SHORTPITCH The cover LF-LTS-COVER-SHORTPITCH is especially
designed for the LINEARlight Flex Shortpitch module
(LF06S). With this cover, a homogeneous light distribution
can only be obtained with the small LED pitch (8.3 mm)
of the LINEARlight Flex Shortpitch module.
The LF-LTS-COVER-SHORTPITCH can, of course, also be
used for other LINEARlight Flex modules. However, with an
LED pitch of over 8.3 mm, the homogeneity will be lost and
the individual light points of the LEDs will be seen. Never-
theless, the cover can be used in applications with indirect
light, e.g. cove lighting.
2.4.4 LF-LTS-MB (mounting bracket)It is recommended to use a mounting bracket every 0.5–
0.8 m, i.e. for one SLIM Track System with a total length of
2.1 m, four mounting brackets are suffi cient.
Use as a connectorIt is also possible to use the LF-LTS-MB as a connector
for two or more SLIM Track Systems.
0.5–0.8 m
Place the two SLIM Track
Systems into the mounting
bracket
Slide in the SLIM Track
Systems
Completed connection of two
SLIM Track Systems
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LINEARlight Flex Protect LF06A-P/LF06P2-P | OPTOTRONIC power supplies
3 OPTOTRONIC power supplies
3.1 GeneralMost OPTOTRONIC power supplies are not designed for
unprotected use in outdoor applications and are rated as
IP20 products (not protected against moisture). Exceptions
are products marked with the additional letter E (“Exterior”)
or P (“Protected”), which are designed for outdoor applica-
tions and are available with higher IP protection. The IP
protection of each product is also specifi ed in the respec-
tive datasheets.
Devices with an IP rating of IP64 and IP65 are VDE-
approved and protected against dust. They are also pro-
tected against splashing water (IP64) or water jets (IP65).
For indoor applications with LINEARlight Flex Protect
Advanced and LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect modules,
every OPTOTRONIC with an output voltage of 24 V can
be used. Attention should be paid to the length of the
module: Adjust the length to the output power of the
applied OPTOTRONIC.
3.2 Standard connectionUse a multi-purpose cleaner, such as isopropyl alcohol, to
provide a clean and dry mounting surface, which is free of
oils, silicone coatings and dirt particles.
3.3 Dimming connection
The electrical connection between the secondary side of
the OPTOTRONIC power supply and the LINEARlight Flex
Protect module (LF06A-P or LF06P2-P) must be IP-protect-
ed. Therefore, a clamp with appropriate IP protection has
to be applied.
Notes: — Ensure that unconnected wires are insulated properly
— Required type of potentiometer: 47 kΩ
— For further information, see the datasheets
of the OPTOTRONIC power supplies
OPTOTRONIC
OPTOTRONIC
~230 V
~230 V
LINEARlight Flex
Protect
LINEARlight Flex
Protect
OT 80/220-240/24 P
OT 80/220-240/24 DIM P
+-
+-
+-
+-x
Apply a clamp with
appropriate IP protection!
1…10 V interface (for connection to standard
dimmers such as potentiometers or digital signals
for dimming control)
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LINEARlight Flex Protect LF06A-P/LF06P2-P | Important notes
4 Important notes
4.1 Basic steps of system planning
1. Select the suitable LINEARlight Flex Protect module
(LF06A-P or LF06P2-P) with regard to your application
and its requirements (level of light output, LED pitch
etc.)
2. Determine the required level of control for the app li-
cation (dimming, control interface, tunable white
applications etc.)
3. Determine the number of LINEARlight Flex Protect
modules (LF06A-P or LF06P2-P) and total wattage to
be installed
4. Consider all possible limitations of the setup: cable
lengths, thermal load, mechanical forces, ambient con-
ditions and all other factors that may occur in a certain
application
4.2 Parallel connection If multiple LINEARlight Flex Protect modules (LF06A-P or
LF06P2-P) are connected to one power supply, they have
to be connected in parallel. It is not allowed to connect
complete modules (total length) in series.
4.3 Cable lengthThe cable length L between the output side of the power
supply (secondary side) and the LINEARlight Flex Protect
module (LF06A-P or LF06P2-P) is limited by EMI and the
voltage drop that occurs along the cables.
4.4 TemperatureThe maximum allowed temperature at the Tc point is:
— LINEARlight Flex Protect Advanced (LF06A-P): 70 °C
— LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect (LF06P2-P): 50 °C
In applications where the temperature rises above
Tc = 40 °C, the adhesive tape loses its adhesive properties.
Therefore, additional mounting aids are required and
generally recommended (see SLIM Track System in chapter
2.4.). Based on their good thermal conduction, the use of
metallic surfaces is recommended, especially for the
LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect. The LINEARlight SLIM
Track System may serve as both mounting aid and heat
sink.
OPTOTRONIC
OPTOTRONIC
~230 V
~230 V
= 24 V
= 24 V
LINEARlight Flex
Protect
LINEARlight Flex
Protect
+-
+-
+-
+-
+-
+-
+-
+-
Parallel connection of LINEARlight Flex Protect modules
(LF06A-P or LF06P2-P)
Not permitted:
Series connection of complete LINEARlight Flex Protect modules
(LF06A-P or LF06P2-P)
Length of single strip (or series operation) must not exceed maximum
operable length (LF06A-P: 10 m/LF06P2-P: 5.1 m)
LF06A-P: ≤70°C
LF06P2-P: ≤50°C
OPTOTRONIC~230 V= 24 V
LINEARlight Flex
Protect
L = max. 10 m
+-
+-
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LINEARlight Flex Protect LF06A-P/LF06P2-P | Technical data
5 Technical data
Note: LINEARlight Flex Protect modules (LF06A-P & LF06P2-P) are 24 V constant-voltage modules.
Productreference
EAN Color K W/m lm/m lm/W Total power [W]
Totalcurrent[A]
Radi-ance [°]
Length [mm]
Width [mm]
Height [mm]
LED pitch [mm]
LINEARlight Flex Protect Advanced
LF06A-W3F-830-P 4008321789983 white 3000 5.0 350 70 50 2 120 10000 11 3.7 16.7
LF06A-W3F-840-P 4008321790125 white 4000 5.0 390 78 50 2 120 10000 11 3.7 16.7
LF06A-W3F-870-P 4008321790149 white 7000 5.0 390 78 50 2 120 10000 11 3.7 16.7
LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect
LF06P2-W4F-830-P 4008321790668 white 3000 18.8 1250 66 96 4 120 5100 11 3.7 25
LF06P2-W4F-840-P 4008321789945 white 4000 18.8 1400 74 96 4 120 5100 11 3.7 25
LF06P2-W4F-876-P 4008321789969 white 7600 17.3 1400 81 88 3.5 120 5100 11 3.7 25
Maximum lengths for the connection to one power supply
Recommended OPTOTRONIC power supplies
EAN IP LINEARlight Flex ProtectAdvanced
LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect
LF06A-W3F-830-P LF06A-W3F-840-P LF06A-W3F-870-P
LF06P2-W4F-830-P LF06P2-W4F-840-P
LF06P2-W4F-876-P
Non-dimmable
OT 75/220-240/24 E 4008321362476 IP64 up to 15 m 1) up to 3.9 m up to 4.2 m
OT 80/220-240/24 P 4008321981684 IP67 up to 16 m 1) up to 4.2 m up to 4.5 m
OT 120/220-240/24 P 4008321981707 IP67 up to 24 m 1) up to 6.3 m 2) up to 6.9 m 2)
OT 240/220-240/24 P 4008321981721 IP67 up to 48 m 1) up to 12.75 m 2) up to 13.8 m 2)
Dimmable
OT 80/220-240/24 DIM P 4008321981677 IP67 up to 16 m 1) up to 4.2 m up to 4.5 m
OT 120/220-240/24 DIM P 4008321981691 IP67 up to 24 m 1) up to 6.3 m 2) up to 6.9 m 2)
OT 240/220-240/24 DIM P 4008321981714 IP67 up to 48 m 1) up to 12.75 m 2) up to 13.8 m 2)
1) Total length per power supply. Length of operated LED strip per single power feeder must not exceed 10 m.
2) Total length per power supply. Length of operated LED strip per single power feeder must not exceed 5.1 m.
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LINEARlight Flex Protect LF06A-P/LF06P2-P | Ordering information
6 Ordering information
LINEARlight FlexProtect Advanced
EAN Shipping units
LF06A-W3F-830-P 4008321789983 1
LF06A-W3F-840-P 4008321790125 1
LF06A-W3F-870-P 4008321790149 1
CONNECTsystem IP67 LP
EAN Shipping units
LF-ENDCAP IP67 LP 4052899902565 10
LF-2PIN IP67 LP 4052899125711 5
LF-2CONN IP67 LP 4052899125735 5
SLIM Track System EAN Shipping units
LF-LTS-2100 SLIM Track 4008321978981 40
LF-LTS-MB 4008321790163 35
LF-LTS-COVER-CLEAR 4008321790187 40
LF-LTS-COVER-DIFFUSE 4008321979001 40
LF-LTS-ENDCAP 4008321790170 20
LF-LTS-COVER-SHORTPITCH
4008321790200 40
LINEARlight POWER Flex Protect
EAN Shipping units
LF06P2-W4F-830-P 4008321790668 1
LF06P2-W4F-840-P 4008321789945 1
LF06P2-W4F-876-P 4008321789969 1
SLIMCONNECTsystem Flex IP54
EAN Shipping units
LF-2PIN Flex IP SC 4008321841902 10
LF-CONN Flex SC(in combination withLF-BOOT Flex IP SC)
4008321832467 25
LF-BOOT Flex IP SC(in combination withLF-CONN Flex SC)
4008321841926 25
RecommendedOPTOTRONICpower supplies
EAN Shipping units
Non-dimmable
OT 75/220-240/24 E 4008321362476 1
OT 80/220-240/24 P 4008321981684 1
OT 120/220-240/24 P 4008321981707 1
OT 240/220-240/24 P 4008321981721 1
Dimmable
OT 80/220-240/24 DIM P 4008321981677 1
OT 120/220-240/24 DIM P 4008321981691 1
OT 240/220-240/24 DIM P 4008321981714 1
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