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How to Select the Right Material for LED Light Pipe Applications

Choosing the Best Material for My DesignProper Optoelectronic design requires attention to every detail. Luckily, designers have many illuminated component options to provide more flexibility in how status indicators work on the back end. These are also known as light pipes.    Light pipes are clear rods typically made of plastic or chemical materials, although some can also be made of glass. …

Light Pipe Design: How TIR & Refraction Come into Play

Light Pipes & TIR: The Combo for Optimum PerformanceAs you’re likely painfully aware, light pipes seem simple, but in all actuality, they are pretty complex. So many decisions that can impact how well (or not so well) a light pipe performs — from the brightness and viewing angle of the LED to the material and shape of the light pipe …