Choosing the right technology according to the type of project
Not all backlighting solutions work the same.
In professional LED lighting, the choice depends on three key factors:
- Size of the surface
- Type of integration
- Visual objective of the project
Parallel L is positioned as a modular edge-lit solution for medium and large format projects, where scalability, beam control and efficiency are decisive.
Positioning within the Actilum ecosystem
| Solution | Function |
|---|---|
| Luxpanel | premium homogeneous surface |
| Luxpanel Dot | selective lighting |
| Pixel | dynamic lighting |
| Parallel M12 | half compact format |
| Parallel L | large modular format with side lighting |
When to choose Parallel L
Parallel L is the right choice when the project requires:
- Covering medium to large surfaces
- Working with directed side lighting
- Build scalable modular systems
- Optimize light distribution in lightbox
- Resolve signage or visual communication
- Adapting the installation to complex geometries
When NOT to choose Parallel L
Avoid use when needed:
- Completely homogeneous surfaces → use Luxpanel or Frontline S12.
- Ultra-thin integration → use Luxpanel
- Dynamic or interactive effects → use Pixel.
- Smaller scale compact solutions → use Parallel M12.
Parallel L vs Parallel M12
Parallel M12
- Designed for medium format
- More compact solution
- Smaller range per module
- More direct installation
Parallel L
- Higher power per module
- Greater combination flexibility
- Coverage of larger surfaces
- Multiple configurations
(L1, L3, L5, L3+, L5+)
Recommendation:
M12 → compact and direct solution
Parallel L → scalable modular solution for large format.
Parallel L vs Luxpanel
Luxpanel™
- Optical panel
- Homogeneous surface with no visible spots
- Premium integration
- Ultra-thin thicknesses
Parallel L
- Linear system of rigid modules
- Directed side lighting
- Requires volume (lightbox)
- Optics-based distribution (non-homogeneous)
- More flexible and cost-optimized solution for large formats
Recommendation:
Luxpanel → maximum homogeneity and integration
Parallel L → efficient technical solution for large surfaces through side lighting.
Parallel L vs Parallel Pixel
Parallel Pixel
- Individual LED control
- Dynamic effects and animations
- Active and scenographic lighting
Parallel L
- Static lighting
- Technical and functional approach
- Optimized for performance and coverage
Recommendation:
Pixel → dynamic visual impact
Parallel L → stable and controlled illumination on large surfaces.
Parallel L vs. generic LED modules
Generic solutions
- Reduced optical control
- Irregular distribution
- Variable efficiency
- Less consistency in large formats
Parallel L
- Controlled optics (10°-30°) for side illumination
- Efficiency up to ≈120 lm/W
- Color consistency
- Scalable professional modular system
Parallel L offers greater control, reliability and performance in demanding projects.
Parallel L is not a generic solution, but a tool designed for:
Large scale projects where lighting must be:
- Powerful
- Modular
- Controlled
It is positioned as the balance between compact solutions and highly complex systems, optimized for production, installation and performance in large formats.
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