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Custom 45mm RGBW Cabochon Pixel Light – 2-Sided Illumination, UCS8904B, Indoor/Outdoor

Custom 45mm cabochon pixel light with 2-sided illumination (8 front + 4 back LEDs), UCS8904B RGBW chip (65536 grayscale, 4KHz), DC12V/24V, indoor/outdoor connectors. Custom PCB designed for high-grayscale performance.

Project Behind-the-Scenes

8 min read • By Elisa

Shenzhen, China – September 2026

Drew, a valued client with a keen eye for performance, specifically requested the high‑grayscale UCS8904B chip for his lighting project. He knew that this chip delivers superior color depth, smoother transitions, and exceptional stability — exactly what his installation required.

Standard cabochon lights typically use UCS2903 or GS8206 chips, but Drew wanted more. So we custom‑designed the PCB to accommodate his preferred chipset, creating a product that exceeds standard performance levels.

ElisaCustom is pleased to announce the release of our custom 45mm Cabochon Pixel Light (Model: XXA-45-360D) , featuring 2‑sided illumination (8 LEDs front, 4 LEDs back), support for RGBW with the UCS8904B chip, and flexible mounting options.

Designed for amusement parks, themed attractions, retail displays, and architectural accent lighting, this cabochon light delivers bright, wide, and captivating light output in a durable 45mm package.


What Makes This Cabochon Pixel Light Unique?

Feature

Specification

Product Name

45mm Cabochon Pixel Light

Part Number

XXA-45-360D

Diameter

45mm

Illumination

2‑sided (8 LEDs front, 4 LEDs back)

LED Type

SMD5050 RGB (standard) / SMD5050 RGBW (optional)

IC Options

UCS1903 (default), GS8206, UCS8904B (Drew's preferred choice), DMX ICs

Operating Voltage

DC12V / DC24V

Mounting Hole

19mm (20mm acceptable)

Connectors

JST non‑waterproof (indoor) / waterproof clear/black (outdoor)

Cap Options

Spiral / Straight

Power Recommendation

Power every 20–40 units

Warranty

2 years


Key Features

1. UCS8904B High‑Grayscale Chip – Drew’s Preferred Choice

This product features the UCS8904B, a 4‑channel constant current LED driver designed for RGBW applications. Drew chose this chip for its superior performance:

UCS8904B Feature

Benefit

4‑channel output

RGB + pure white (not mixed from RGB)

65536 grayscale levels

Ultra‑smooth color transitions

4KHz port scanning frequency

No flicker in video recording

Single‑wire data transmission

Easy cascading, unlimited points

≥10m point‑to‑point distance

Flexible installation layout

±3% inter‑chip current error

Consistent brightness across fixtures

Built‑in 5V regulator

Direct 12V/24V operation with external resistor

Output port withstand voltage

Up to 28V

ESD protection

8000V (HBM)

S‑Al anti‑interference technology

Reduces radiation and conduction interference

Why UCS8904B over standard chips? While conventional cabochon lights use UCS2903 or GS8206, the UCS8904B offers higher grayscale resolution, smoother dimming, and better color accuracy — making it the preferred choice for projects where light quality matters.

2. 2‑Sided Illumination for 360° Visibility

With 8 LEDs on the front and 4 LEDs on the back, this cabochon light provides bright, even illumination from multiple angles — ideal for applications where the light is viewed from different perspectives.

LED Configuration

Effect

8 front LEDs

Primary illumination, bright and wide

4 back LEDs

Fill light, enhances visibility from behind

3. RGBW Support – Pure White + Full Color

Unlike RGB chips that mix colors to create white (which can look tinted), UCS8904B includes a dedicated white channel for pure, clean white light — essential for architectural and accent lighting where white quality matters.

4. Versatile Voltage Options – DC12V or DC24V

Voltage

Best For

DC12V

Shorter runs, smaller installations

DC24V

Longer runs, reduced voltage drop

Power recommendation: For consistent brightness, use a dedicated power supply for every 20–40 units.

5. Durable Mounting – 19mm Hole

The light features a standard 19mm mounting hole (20mm also acceptable), making it compatible with most existing mounting hardware.

6. Flexible Connector Options for Indoor/Outdoor Use

Environment

Connector Type

Indoor

JST non‑waterproof

Outdoor

Waterproof (clear or black)

7. Two Cap Style Options

Cap Style

Appearance

Spiral

Decorative, textured look

Straight

Clean, minimalist design

8. Customizable Cable Length

Cables can be tailored to your specific installation needs — no fixed length constraints.


UCS8904B Technical Deep Dive

Electrical Characteristics

Parameter

Value

Output current per channel

18mA (constant current)

Logic supply voltage

Up to 6.5V (built‑in regulator for higher)

Output port withstand voltage

28V

Operating temperature

-40°C to +85°C

Storage temperature

-55°C to +150°C

ESD rating

8000V

Voltage Regulation

UCS8904B can be configured for 6V–24V power supplies with external resistors:

Supply Voltage

Recommended Resistor (VDD)

5V

100Ω

12V

750Ω – 1KΩ

24V

2.4KΩ – 3KΩ

Note: Larger resistor values reduce power consumption but decrease cable distance between ICs. Smaller values increase power consumption but extend cable distance.

Signal Protection

Supply Voltage

Signal Protection Resistor

12V

68Ω (input and output)

24V

120Ω (input and output)

Add a 104pF high‑frequency capacitor between power and ground to reduce switching interference.


Applications

Application

Why This Product Fits

Amusement parks & attractions

Bright, colorful, weather‑resistant options

Themed entertainment environments

Customizable effects with RGBW

Museums & exhibitions

Pure white option for artifact lighting

Retail displays & window lighting

Eye‑catching, programmable animations

Festivals & outdoor events

IP‑rated connectors available

Architectural accent lighting

Clean white or dynamic color

Signage & letter lighting

Uniform 2‑sided illumination


Summary

Advantage

Benefit

45mm diameter

Wide, bright light output

2‑sided illumination (8+4 LEDs)

360° visibility

UCS8904B RGBW

Pure white + full color, 65536 grayscale

Custom PCB for UCS8904B

Designed for Drew – now available for you

DC12V / DC24V options

Flexible power design

19mm mounting hole

Easy installation

Indoor/outdoor connectors

Versatile for any environment

Spiral or straight cap

Match your aesthetic

Customizable cable length

Tailored to your project


Availability

The custom 45mm Cabochon Pixel Light (XXA-45-360D) with UCS8904B RGBW is available for order now. Custom LED types, IC options, cable lengths, and connector types are available upon request.

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