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3form LightBox is a pre-configured backlighting solution for signature 3form material. The innovative LED illumination source 
eliminates hot spots while requiring minimal space between the light source and the 3form material. Offered in a standard square 
module, 3form LightBox easily configures to any custom pattern for your installation, while the simple front access panel
mounting system lets you replace your 3form material designs as often as desired without costly or difficult maintenance.

LightBox

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Backlighting

For more information, please visit 3-form.com or call 800.726.0126

JunE 2018 | MAn-020 Backlighting - LightBox | REV 009 © 2018 3form, Inc. All rights reserved.

Solution Document

Summary of Contents for LightBox

Page 1: ...ard square module 3form LightBox easily configures to any custom pattern for your installation while the simple front access panel mounting system lets you replace your 3form material designs as often as desired without costly or difficult maintenance LightBox tm Backlighting For more information please visit 3 form com or call 800 726 0126 June 2018 MAN 020 Backlighting LightBox REV 009 2018 3for...

Page 2: ...or LightBox 0 10V Dimming 100W 5 Wiring Diagram for LightBox 0 10V Dimming 100W 1200W 6 Cleaning and Maintenance 7 Repairing Light Guide Scratches 10 LightBox tm Backlighting Solution Document For more information please visit 3 form com or call 800 726 0126 June 2018 MAN 020 Backlighting LightBox REV 009 2018 3form Inc All rights reserved ...

Page 3: ...ria Ecoresin with a supermatte back finish or C3 Vapor back layer for optimum backlighting results Other 3form material types and gauges may be available and suitable for use with the LightBox Please consult your local sales rep for more information Weight The assembled LightBox frame weighs approximately 40 pounds without the front panel installed and approximately 75 pounds with the front panel ...

Page 4: ...to the DC output of the power supply The Installer Electrical Contractor is to provide the wiring and any required enclosures to the input of the power supply The input to the power supply will require hard wiring to a 90 305VAC power source An illustration of the electrical connection is found on page 5 Output Current 4 Output Power 96 Output Voltage 24 Drivers Input Voltage 120 277VAC Input Curr...

Page 5: ...ith 8 1 4 pre drilled mounting holes through the frame at 9 from each corner Additional mounting holes can be drilled through the frame along the drill guide lines Use appropriate wood screws or anchors depending on the mounting substrate 10 or 3 16 diameter fasteners are recommended Determine where the LightBox will be mounted and remote location for the power supply Hardwire the power supply to ...

Page 6: ...d soft cotton cloth to clean the surfaces Do not use window cleaner or any type of abrasive cleaners The aluminum frame can be cleaned with a soft cloth and water or Isopropyl Alcohol For additional cleaning instructions and recommendations please turn to page 7 of this document LightBox tm Backlighting Solution Document 4 For more information please visit 3 form com or call 800 726 0126 June 2018...

Page 7: ...e Recommend all power supplies be mounted in a junction box 2 of air space recommended on sides and above each power supply 14 2 AWG 50 max Customer supplied Note Wiring is as shown unless shown differently on 3form Lighting Layout Drawing 3 60 765 Dimmable Power Supply Red Black Switched VAC Primary black and white wire To Dimmer Switch if required Purple Grey Brown Blue Black White Wiring Diagra...

Page 8: ...ifferently on 3form Lighting Layout Drawing Wall Slide Dimmmer 3 60 497 can have up to 12 96 W PS 3 60 765 Grey Purple Red Black From PS Brown Blue Black White Recommend all power supplies be mounted in a junction box 2 of air space recommended on sides and above each power supply Wiring Diagram 0 10V Dimming 100W 1200W Installation LightBox tm Backlighting Solution Document 6 For more information...

Page 9: ... access the acrylic panel behind The best method for panel removal is to use industrial glass suction cups to adhere to at least one corner of the panel and pull the panel loose from the Dual Lock reclosable fastener In the absence of glass suction cups you can insert a small flat blade screwdriver between edge of the face panel and the aluminum frame Use a rag or cardboard to protect the frame an...

Page 10: ...ull the face panel out of the frame dis engaging the Dual Lock around the perimeter Place the face panel aside To clean the Light Guide panel use Novus 1 Plastic Clean Shine Use of this product is the optimal method to prevent streaking or hazing of any kind Use water to clean the Varia Chroma or Struttura face panels Use 3M Perfect It Detailing Cloths Cleaning and Maintenance LightBox tm Backligh...

Page 11: ...dry cloth Re install the face panel into the LightBox Make sure it is centered with an even gap all around the edge and press into place Press firmly on the corners and at the center of each edge You will hear or feel a slight click as the Dual Lock engages Cleaning and Maintenance LightBox tm Backlighting Solution Document 9 For more information please visit 3 form com or call 800 726 0126 June 2...

Page 12: ...ithin the sanded spot when this phase is complete Scratches in the acrylic light guide panel or lens can also cause hot spots in the face panel These scratches can be entirely removed with no residual damage by following the process outlined here LightBox tm Backlighting Solution Document 10 For more information please visit 3 form com or call 800 726 0126 June 2018 MAN 020 Backlighting LightBox R...

Page 13: ... sanding discs requires a wet sanding technique Spray the area with water prior to sanding For the 1500 grit and 3000 grit sanding process it is ideal to use a hand orbital sander LightBox tm Backlighting Solution Document 11 For more information please visit 3 form com or call 800 726 0126 June 2018 MAN 020 Backlighting LightBox REV 009 2018 3form Inc All rights reserved ...

Page 14: ...the light guide panel use 3M Perfect It rubbing compound with the same 3M Perfect It Detailing Cloths specified in the cleaning section of this document Apply 3M Perfect It rubbing compound to the area to polish Repairing Light Guide Scratches LightBox tm Backlighting Solution Document 12 For more information please visit 3 form com or call 800 726 0126 June 2018 MAN 020 Backlighting LightBox REV ...

Page 15: ...he polished area will eventually blend completely with the remainder of the light guide panel When polishing is complete clean the entire light guide panel following the Cleaning and Maintenance instructions in the previous section of this document on page 7 LightBox tm Backlighting Solution Document 13 For more information please visit 3 form com or call 800 726 0126 June 2018 MAN 020 Backlightin...

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