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Tips & Tricks Thursday | Clean Channel Cuts with Painter's Tape

Creating clean, professional-looking channel cuts doesn't require specialty tools. By applying painter's tape before cutting your channel and lens, you can reduce rough edges, minimize chipping, and soften the impact of the blade. The result is a more precise fit that helps prevent unwanted light leakage and delivers a cleaner finished installation.

Pro Tip: Apply painter's tape directly over the cut line before making your cut. The tape helps support the material during cutting, reducing edge damage and creating a smoother, more accurate fit for both channel and lens components.

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Hollywood-level lighting starts here. 🎬

Diode LED Scenic is heading to Cine Gear Expo 2026 at the Universal Studios Lot in Los Angeles, and we’re bringing solutions built for the fast-paced demands of film, television, broadcast, and production environments.

From dynamic practical lighting to flexible linear solutions engineered for performance on set, discover how Diode LED Scenic helps bring creative visions to life with reliability, control, and cinematic impact.

📍 Universal Studios Lot, Los Angeles
📅 June 5-6, 2026
🎥 Booth #313

Stop by, meet the team, and see what’s possible behind the scenes.