Electroluminescence

Light Without
Heat, Bulk, or Pixels.

Electroluminescent technology produces a smooth, even glow from a thin flexible panel — no LEDs, no heat, no visible light source. Every EL product runs on the same core phosphor chemistry, engineered into different forms for different applications.

Wearables Costumes & Props Architectural Accents Stage & Entertainment Automotive Astrophotography Safety & Hi-Vis OEM & Industrial
5–7K
Hour lifespan
Rated at standard brightness across all EL product lines
0
Heat output
EL technology produces light without heat — safe for skin contact and fabric integration
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Product families
VynEL™, TruEL™, SewGlo™, EL Wire, EL Tape, EL Panels — each optimized for specific applications
AC
Inverter driven
All EL materials require an inverter to convert DC battery or AC power to the high-frequency signal that activates the phosphor
Technology Map
Six EL Technologies. One Phosphor Family.

Each product is engineered for a different set of constraints — flexibility, brightness, run length, integration method. Pick the one that fits how you're building.

Flagship · Next-Gen EL
VynEL™
Flexible panel · Both-side glow · Heat-bondable

Ellumiglow's proprietary EL panel technology — more flexible, brighter, and more durable than standard EL Tape or EL Panels. VynEL™ glows from both surfaces, can be heat-bonded directly into textiles, and is the technology running on Disney Live stages. Available in strip and panel form, with V3 (semi-solid state) arriving 2026 and V4 (solid state) in 2027–28.

FormStrip & panel — heat-bondable
Glow surfaceBoth sides
FlexibilityExtreme — conforms to fabric
Best forWearables, safety, stage, OEM
ConnectorEZ Snap standard
RoadmapV3 2026 · V4 2027–28
Athletic wear Safety vests Stage costumes Footwear Theme parks OEM apparel Bags & accessories
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Stage & Commercial Grade
TruEL™ Wire
No angel hair · TPU jacket · 1000ft runs

EL Wire re-engineered from the ground up. Dual-core construction eliminates the angel hair wires that cause standard EL Wire to fail at connections. TPU jacketing replaces PVC. Runs up to 1,000ft with the right inverter. The wire for permanent and professional installs.

Stage & theatrical Long-run installs DMX integration Architectural
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Illuminated Thread
SewGlo™
Machine sewable · 0.3mm & 0.5mm · Any stitch

EL technology in a thread — fine enough to run through a sewing machine needle and sew directly into fabric. Creates illuminated seams, outlines, and patterns that are part of the garment, not applied to it. Available in standard (0.3mm) and HD (0.5mm) weights.

Illuminated seams Embroidery Costume detail Smart textiles
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Classic · 9 Colors
EL Wire
Flexible glowing wire · 1.5mm to 5mm

The original electroluminescent form factor. Flexible glowing wire in 9 colors, from 1.5mm ultra-thin to 5mm thick. Battery packs, wall inverters, and kits available. The go-to for costumes, props, car builds, and anywhere you need a continuous line of light you can bend into any shape.

Costumes Automotive Props & art DIY projects
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Flat · Adhesive-Backed
EL Tape & Panels
Peel & stick · Any shape · Even glow

Flat EL in two forms — EL Tape with adhesive backing for direct surface mounting, and EL Panels without backing for cleaner integration into displays, gauges, and signs. Both cut to any shape. Pre-soldered EZ Snap connectors. Zero hotspots across the entire surface.

Bar & accent rails Backlighting Gauge faces Signage
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Specialty Application
Astrophotography
Flat frame kits · 5″ to 15″ · Plug & play

EL Panels purpose-built for astrophotography flat frame calibration. Even, flicker-free illumination across the full panel surface — no hotspots, no banding, consistent color temperature. Kits from 5″ to 15″ diameter with frosted acrylic diffuser and dimmable inverter options. Used by astrophotographers worldwide.

Flat frame calibration Vignetting correction Dust shadow removal Field portable
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Also in EL
EZ Snap Connectors Micro EL Connectors Splitters (2–5 to 1) Extension Cords Edgeguard Sealant EL Inverters End Caps Ripcord™ Silicone Ext.
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Not sure where to start?
Find the right EL technology for your project.
I want to add light to a garment or wearable.
VynEL™ for panels and badges. SewGlo™ if you want light sewn directly into seams and fabric. Both are heat and skin safe, battery powered, and designed for clothing specifically.
VynEL™ →
I need a glowing wire I can bend into a shape or outline.
EL Wire for costumes, props, and short runs. TruEL™ Wire for stage, permanent installs, long runs, or anywhere a standard EL Wire would eventually fail.
EL Wire →
I need a flat, even light source — no hotspots.
EL Tape for adhesive-backed strip lighting on surfaces. EL Panels for shaped or custom-cut panels without backing — backlighting, gauge faces, signage, and flat frame photography.
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I'm building a stage, theatrical, or commercial install.
TruEL™ Wire with a Commercial or DMX inverter. Handles long runs, 24/7 duty, and integrates with DMX lighting control systems. The same spec as live entertainment builds.
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I'm an astrophotographer and need flat frames.
Astrophotography Flat Frame Kits — sized from 5″ to 15″ to match your telescope aperture. EL Panel with frosted acrylic diffuser and dimmable inverter. Plug and play, no tools.
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I need a custom size, OEM quantity, or something that doesn't fit a standard product.
Custom EL fabrication — any shape, any size, any volume. We work directly with brands, manufacturers, and engineers. Start with the project form and we'll scope it.
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