LepiLED is a small, robust, light, and highly efficient LED lamp, which is specially developed to attract nocturnal insects.
The light is emitted by eight Nichia LEDs and shines in the three frequencies that attract absolutely the most insects (UV, blue and green), these frequencies shine at the same time, but you can also switch on UV mode on this model to draw less battery or if you don't want to disturb the neighbor too much... Since nocturnal insects react most strongly to UV radiation, four of the LEDs shine in UV at a frequency of 365 nm (invisible to humans). As it easily connects to a Powerbank, it is very easy to transport between locations. It is so small that it can easily be taken on trips abroad. LepiLED has a passive cooling system and is made of anodized aluminum and around the lamps sits a 3 mm thick borosilicate glass cylinder with a long lifespan. The lamp is IP 65/67 weatherproof and is therefore resistant to moisture. The emitted radiation is intense and blinding for some people. Therefore, avoid looking into the lamp for long periods and preferably stand a little distance away. LepiLED can be operated with a voltage between 5 and 13 V DC (Maxi Switch “UV mode“: 5–9 V) The lamp has a 2 meter long cable with USB connector and is optimized for use with 5 V power bank batteries. Depending on their size, power bank batteries can provide lighting times of between 6 and 12 hours on the Maxi Switch model (12 hours in UV mode). The maxi model requires 2.5 amps (ideally 2.7 A) and a Powerbank capable of fast charging QC 3.0 (Quick Charge) is recommended!
Maxi Switch VS Mini Switch, which should I choose?
According to a survey presented at the beginning of 2022, the LepiLed maxi Switch attracts 37 percent more moths than the mini Switch, but this only applies in open landscapes. In forest landscapes and other sheltered places, the mini switch works just as effectively. The advantage of mini is that it consumes 30 percent less energy, so the battery lasts significantly longer.
Product information
Mean irradiance 50 cm distance 300-700 nm per square meter: approx. 1.5W
Wattage with 5 V Powerbank: approx. 6.5 / 13 W
26 Ah Powerbank lasts for approx: 12 / 6 h
Max. temperature of cooling element (at 22° C): 43 / 55°C
Weight: 350 g
Max. diameter: 64 mm
Height (without ring nut): 80 mm