Material: 304 mirror stainless steel PVC downlight
1. Complementary material properties
304 mirror stainless steel: It has high reflectivity, corrosion resistance, and oxidation resistance, suitable for high-end decorative scenes. The surface can achieve mirror (BA/8K) or brushed effect, and requires multiple polishing processes to achieve.
PVC material: traditional PVC has defects such as yellowing and short life, but new TPU/TPE materials (such as medical grade elastomers) can replace PVC, improve anti-aging performance, and are suitable for downlight shells or sealing components.
2. Design adaptability
Light efficiency enhancement: Mirror stainless steel can expand the lighting range and reduce the number of lamps required by reflecting the light from the tube lamp, making it suitable for high brightness scenes such as shopping malls and exhibition halls.
Structural optimization: PVC or improved TPU material is used for the lamp body frame or sealing ring, combined with stainless steel shell to achieve lightweight, dustproof and waterproof (such as IP65 level), suitable for humid environments such as kitchens and bathrooms.
3. Balance between process and performance
Surface treatment: Mirror stainless steel needs to be brushed before polishing to avoid material defects (such as pinholes) affecting the final smoothness, resulting in higher processing costs.
Material compatibility: When combining stainless steel with PVC/TPU, attention should be paid to the difference in thermal expansion coefficient, and deformation problems can be alleviated through snap on structures or elastic rubber strips.
4. Market and customized solutions
Supply chain support: 304 mirror stainless steel plates can be purchased in bulk through e-commerce platforms, with standard sizes (such as 1219 × 2438mm) or customized cutting, with a thickness range of 0.5-20mm.
Upgrade suggestion: Prioritize using TPU/TPE instead of traditional PVC to extend the service life of the tube light, while retaining the decorative advantages of stainless steel.
5. Typical application scenarios
Commercial space: Stainless steel mirror tube lights paired with LED light sources are used in luxury stores and hotel corridors to highlight a sense of luxury and spatial depth.
Outdoor lighting: Stainless steel waterproof tube lamp combined with TPU sealing, suitable for semi open areas such as courtyards and canopies, balancing weather resistance and aesthetics.