LED Cabinet (Panel)

Understanding LED Cabinets

LED cabinets are the fundamental building blocks that technicians handle, transport, and assemble. Understanding cabinet construction and specifications is essential for proper system design and operation.

Cabinet Components

**Frame/Housing:** The structural enclosure:

• Aluminum or magnesium alloy
• Die-cast for precision
• Handles for carrying
• Mounting points for rigging

**LED Modules:** The pixel-bearing components:

• Multiple modules per cabinet
• Field-replaceable
• Connected via ribbon cables

**Power Supply:** Converts AC power to DC for LEDs:

• Typically 4.2V-5V output
• Sized for panel power draw
• May be redundant in critical applications

**Receiving Card:** Controls the LED modules:

• Receives data from processor
• Drives module refresh
• May support multiple modules

**Connectors:** Power and data interfaces:

• Power input (often PowerCON or proprietary)
• Data input (typically RJ45 or fiber)
• Loop-through outputs for daisy-chaining

Cabinet Types

**Rental/Touring:** Designed for repeated assembly:

• Quick-lock mechanisms
• Robust construction
• Protective corners
• Flight case compatible

**Fixed Installation:** Optimized for permanent mounting:

• Lighter weight possible
• Front or rear service
• Various mounting options

**Outdoor:** Weatherproofed construction:

• IP65 or higher rating
• Sealed connectors
• Enhanced cooling
• UV-resistant materials

Standard Sizes

**500x500mm:** Most common rental size:

• Easy math for wall dimensions
• Widely compatible
• Good balance of weight/size

**500x1000mm:** Larger format:

• Fewer seams
• Faster installation
• Heavier per unit

**600x337.5mm:** 16:9 optimized:

• Matches content aspect ratio
• Less common
• Manufacturer-specific

Quality Indicators

**Flatness:** Cabinet-to-cabinet alignment affects image quality:

• Premium panels: <0.1mm tolerance
• Standard panels: <0.5mm tolerance
• Poor flatness causes visible seams

**Lock Mechanism:** Quick-lock quality affects:

• Assembly speed
• Alignment consistency
• Long-term reliability

**Thermal Design:** Heat management:

• Adequate ventilation
• Fan quality and noise
• Operating temperature range

Handling and Transport

**Flight Cases:** Proper cases protect investment:

• Custom foam inserts
• Stack multiple panels
• Include spares compartment

**Weight Distribution:** For rigging calculations:

• Know weight per cabinet
• Account for cables and rigging hardware
• Apply appropriate safety factors