Plug & play modular system

LED Lighting Installation Guide

ULTRABEAM uses LED tubes and angle connectors that click together into any grid pattern. Assemble on the floor, test, mount to your ceiling and plug into a standard power outlet.

1-2 hours typical install
Basic tools drill + ladder
1-2 people recommended

The short version

  • Assemble the grid on the floor and test it before mounting.
  • Screw through the connector holes, never the tubes.
  • Plug into a standard outlet, no electrician needed.

Before You Start

A few tools and a clear workspace are all you need

What you'll need

Drill / screwdriver
For mounting connectors to ceiling
Step ladder
To reach your ceiling safely
Pencil
For marking screw positions
Tape measure
For spacing and alignment

Preparation checklist

  • Unbox and verify all components are present, tubes, connectors, power adaptor and cable
  • Confirm you have a standard power outlet within reach of the installation
  • Clear a floor area large enough to assemble and test your full layout
  • Clear the ceiling area of any obstructions
  • Read the included safety warnings before starting

Plan Your Layout

10-15 min

Sketch your design and figure out which connectors go where. Any pattern works, the system is completely modular.

  • Sketch your grid pattern on paper, hexagonal grids, straight rows or custom shapes all work
  • Decide where the power adaptor will connect (this is where the cable runs to your outlet)
  • Count your tubes and connectors, 2-way connectors for straight runs, 3-way connectors for branches
  • Mark rough positions on the ceiling with a pencil for reference

Pro tip

Start from the centre and work outward for a balanced look. Hexagonal honeycomb patterns are the most popular choice.

Assemble Tubes and Connectors

15-30 min

On a clear floor, click the LED tubes into the angle connectors to build your full grid layout.

  • Lay out the connectors on the floor in your planned pattern
  • Slide each LED tube into a connector port until you hear and feel a click
  • Do not force the tubes, if it doesn't click easily, pull out and try again
  • Continue connecting tubes and connectors until the full grid is assembled

Pro tip

2-way connectors join two tubes in a straight line. 3-way connectors branch into three directions for grid patterns. Never force a connection, if it resists, realign and try again.

Test Before Mounting

5 min

Always test the full layout on the floor before mounting. It's much easier to fix connections at ground level.

  • Connect the power adaptor cable to the assembled grid
  • Plug the power adaptor into a standard outlet
  • Switch on and check that every tube lights up
  • If any tube is dark, unclick and reseat it until the connection is solid

Pro tip

This step is critical. Once mounted on the ceiling, troubleshooting a dark tube means working on a ladder. Test everything now.

Mount to Ceiling and Connect Power

30-60 min

Mount the tested grid to your ceiling, then plug it in. Flat mount with screws is the most common for garages. For permanent wiring to a wall switch, use a licensed electrician.

  • Flat mount (most common): screw directly through the connector mounting holes into the ceiling
  • Suspended mount: attach hanging wire kits to connectors and suspend from ceiling anchors
  • Grid ceiling mount: use cable ties to attach connectors to the existing grid framework
  • For all methods, have a helper hold the grid steady while you secure the first few points
  • Route the power adaptor cable neatly along the ceiling, then plug into a standard Australian power outlet
  • Switch on and your full grid lights up instantly. One power adaptor runs the whole grid

Pro tip

For plasterboard ceilings, use wall plugs or toggle bolts. Drive the screws through the connector holes, never through the tubes. Cable clips keep the power lead tidy along the ceiling.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. ULTRABEAM plugs into a standard power outlet with no hardwiring, and most people comfortable with a drill and ladder install it themselves. The power adaptor is EESS registered and the system is certified to AS/NZS standards, so it is safe to run from a normal outlet. If you want it hardwired to a wall switch, use a licensed electrician.

Yes. The system is fully modular, add more tubes and connectors to your existing grid at any time, or add a second grid for even more coverage.

Flat mount (screws through connectors into the ceiling, best for garages), suspended mount (hanging wires for higher ceilings) and grid ceiling mount (cable ties to existing grid framework for commercial-style ceilings).

Complete Your Space

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