VCC's CLP 129 panel mounting clip is designed to be firmly attached to the display panel and still permit the PCB LEDs to be easily inserted or removed.

 

The traditional method of mating PCB-mounted LEDs with display panels has been to allow the LED to protrude through a hole in the panel. Additional interfacing methods include gluing the LED to the panel and the use of retaining clips and rings. These methods result in a very restricted LED viewing angle, an LED unprotected from a possible push-through problem, and permitting the transmission of ESD through the LED resulting in circuit board IC component damage.

 

The CLP 129 panel mounting clip is designed for mounting 5mm LEDs. Installation is accomplished by passing the mount through a panel hole and then pressing a ring onto the back. This permits the PCB-mounted LED to easily move in or out of the mount. The circuit board is now completely independent of the display panel simplifying its installation or removal for assembly or repair.

 

The CLP 129 is constructed of U.L. 94 V0 polycarbonate thermoplastic and is available in black.