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Accessory of the Week: New & Improved USB Switch

Since their introduction to the market several years ago, Inspired LED’s TV backlight kits have been a favorite among our customers as a simple but highly effective use for LEDs. Now, these popular kits are better than ever with the addition of our newly redesigned USB switch! This week, we examine what makes this brand new accessory such a great addition to the Inspired LED product line. The frequent and sometimes dramatic variation in picture brightness from your television screen can cause visual fatigue in an otherwise dark room. A TV Backlight Kit from Inspired LED provides adequate bias light…

Father’s Day Gift Guide 2016

  Father’s Day is on its way! Are you ready to give that special guy a great gift this year? Coffee mugs and new ties may be traditional, but if you’re looking for something that will really brighten his day, Inspired LED has a few items that are sure to do the trick! Let’s explore our 2016 Father’s Day gift Guide and find the perfect gift for your dad! For the guy who is constantly covered in grease, and spends most of his time under the hood of his newest or oldest toy, Inspired LED’s Automotive Lift Light Kit is the perfect father’s day…

Introducing the TRIAC Analyzer

At Inspired LED, we pride ourselves on helping to drive the modern lighting industry forward by bringing new and exciting products to the market each year. From our patented solderless connectors, which helped to revolutionize the DIY LED lighting trend, to our unique self-powered Independence Dimmer, we are always excited by the opportunity to create something new. The latest and greatest innovation to emerge from our engineering department is the long awaited TRIAC Analyzer, a unique control device with the potential to transform the way we think about LED installation. When designing an LED system, the first question is always one of power…

Are LEDs Here to Stay?

are leds just a trend inspried led

Many home trends come and go. Some may eventually repeat themselves in an evolved form; others may drop off the map completely. While those vibrant 1970’s style appliances may be making a comeback in modern kitchens, other disco-age features like orange shag carpet (yuck) are unlikely to ever recapture the hearts of interior decorators. When it comes to design, the ebb and flow of trends seems to be the only consistent thing! So how does lighting play into this, you ask? According to a recent survey by the American Institute of Architects, “LED lighting is leading the growth and demand for both kitchen and bathroom features in American homes”. And unlike many design trends,…

DIY Project Tutorial: Glowing Shelf Light

Over the past few years, LEDs have become increasingly common thanks to their energy-efficiency, versatility, and ease of install. From retail signs to kitchen cabinets, bathroom toe-kicks to bar countertops, LEDs have helped give rise to the concept of light decorating in the modern world, transforming the simple and functional into something spectacular. One of the decorating trends which has recently helped to make LED lights so popular, both in homes and in commercial settings, is the illuminated acrylic shelf. Whether it is for a series of small accents on your entertainment center, or a glowing sales counter for retail…

New Product: Designer Series 2.0 Panels

new designer series panel

At Inspired LED, we pride ourselves on providing superior customer service. We believe that this is accomplished through not only offering high quality products, but also by maintaining open communication with our customers regarding ways in which we can continue to meet the growing needs of the LED lighting industry. Although we have spent the past few years designing and manufacturing a variety of different LED panels, recently we began to recognize an increased market demand for a simple, low-profile frosted lens which could eliminate the so-called “dot effect”. Considering the discrete nature of LED diodes, this presented a significant challenge to our engineers,…

Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2016

It’s once again time to celebrate the women in our lives who have dedicated their time and efforts to caring for us over the years. Whether it’s a mom, a grandma, a spouse, or another female family member who has taken on this role, Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to make sure they know how much they are appreciated. While flowers and cards are common tokens of affection, this year, why not brighten up Mother’s Day with something more a bit more unique and long lasting? Inspired LED has compiled a list of some of our most popular products to help…

Accessory of the Week: Tiger Paw Connectors

accessory of the week tiger paw connector

This week we examine one of our very favorite accessories: the oh-so-convenient, and uniquely patented Solderless Tiger Paw Connectors! Depending upon your experience with LEDs, you may or may not have heard of these handy little lifesavers. But over the past few years, these simple connectors have helped to bring LED technology into the hands of the average consumer, allowing anyone from electricians to DIYers to quickly and easily make connections to any single color LED flex strips. The Tiger Paw Connector Back in 2014, the engineering team at Inspired LED received their first patent for the Tiger paw connector, designed to provide an extremely secure,…

LED Care & Maintenance Guide

For the most part, LEDs require little to no effort in terms of maintenance. In fact, this is one of the primary benefits of LEDs over more traditional bulbs. But there are a few simple steps which can be taken to help maintain the quality and extend the life of your LED lighting system. Clean Surface Prior to Install Most Inspired LED products are designed with an easy install in mind, so they are manufactured with an adhesive mounting option. To ensure that the LED adhesive remains secure for the life of the product, surfaces should be free of dust…

Sewing Machine LED Lighting Kit

sewing machine LED light kit from Inspired LED

Most commonly, LED lights are associated with accent lighting or under cabinet lighting, but there are countless other uses for LED flexible strips. Inspired LED products are also great for lighting up your collectibles, hobbies, or toys. And if your hobby happens to be sewing, then you’re in luck! Inspired LED has been retailing, testing, and refining our  Sewing Machine Flexible LED Strip Kit  for the past two years, in order to develop what we believe to be the ideal lighting solution for sewers and quilters alike. Our customers seem to agree, helping to make this kit a number one best seller on Amazon.com! Most modern…