VynEL™ — Flexible Electroluminescent Lighting Technology

How It Works

Electroluminescence
engineered flat.

VynEL™ derives from EL phosphor technology but uses high-grade nano-materials to deliver a finished product that outperforms conventional EL tape in every measurable way — flexibility, brightness, durability, and integration capability. It's manufactured using a screen-printing process across five material layers, which is what enables custom shapes, sizes, and printed graphics.

VynEL™

Standard EL Tape

Rigid EL Panel

Flexibility

Fabric-level — 5mm bend radius

Limited — metal backing

Rigid — no flex

Brightness

350–400 cd/m²

150–200 cd/m²

200–250 cd/m²

Integration

Heat bond, sew, or iron-on

Adhesive backing only

Mechanical fastening only

Custom shapes

Any shape — screen printed

Strip only

Rectangle only

Machine washable

Yes

Dual-side glow

Yes

Layer 01

Phosphor Core

Zinc sulfide phosphor is the light-emitting layer. When excited by alternating current, it produces a smooth, even glow across the entire surface — no hotspots, no point sources, no LED pixels to fail or show through.

Layer 02

Conductor Layer

Transparent ITO (indium tin oxide) conductors sandwich the phosphor layer. The transparency maintains consistent light output across the full panel surface and allows graphics or color filters to be printed over the top.

Layer 03

Color Film

A secondary printed film layer enables color and graphic customization. Logos, shapes, and multi-color designs are printed here. Screens are maintained for the lifetime of the project — up to 10 years — for consistent reorders.

Layer 04–05

Protective Jacket

Outer polymer layers provide the physical properties that make VynEL™ unique: fabric-level flexibility, IP67 water resistance, machine washability, and the ability to be heat bonded directly into textiles without adhesives or sewing.

Light Source

Electroluminescence (EL Phosphor) Cold light — no UV, no IR, no heat generation. Safe for direct skin contact and enclosed garment applications.

Integration Methods

Heat bond, iron-on, sew-in, or adhesive backing Iron onto fabric in ~20 seconds using cotton setting, no steam. Also compatible with standard sewing and industrial heat bonding.

Bend Radius

5mm minimum Approximately 10× more flexible than standard EL tape. Conforms to body contours, seams, and curved surfaces without cracking or delamination.

Water Resistance

IP67 — fully waterproof Machine washable once integrated. VynEL Splash variant available for marine and water-immersion applications.

Power

AC Inverter required (low voltage, battery-compatible) Standard 9V battery pack powers up to 4 strips simultaneously. Compact wearable inverters available for garment applications.

Custom Capabilities

Any shape, size, color, or printed graphic NRE (tooling) fee applies for custom shapes. Production quantities available from single pieces to millions of units.

Applications

Five markets.
One material.

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Wearables,
Costume & Fashion

VynEL™ is the professional standard for illuminated costume construction, performance apparel, and fashion-forward wearables. It applies like a label, moves like fabric, and disappears into the garment when unpowered. Used by Hollywood costume departments, theatrical designers, and performance artists worldwide.

Iron-on application Camera-safe Dual-side glow Machine washable Battery powered

VynEL sporting goods and athletic lighting

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Sporting Goods
& Athletic Wear

The flexibility and washability of VynEL™ makes it viable for activewear and performance gear in a way no other lighting technology can match. Integrated into tents, outdoor apparel, athletic wear, and sporting equipment — adding visibility and presence without adding weight or changing the product's performance characteristics.

VynEL Flow for stretch fabrics Lightweight IP67 waterproof OEM scalable

VynEL automotive and transportation lighting

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Automotive
& Transportation

VynEL™ conforms to curved interior surfaces and bonded seams where LED strip lights cannot go. Used in vehicle interiors, motorcycle gear, marine applications, and transportation safety products. The thin profile and flexible substrate means it integrates without adding surface thickness or requiring cutouts.

Curved surface bonding VynEL Splash — IP67+ Thin profile No RF interference

VynEL safety and high visibility lighting

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Safety &
Hi-Vis Gear

Unlike retroreflective tape, VynEL™ is an active light source — visible at distance even when there's no headlight or external illumination to reflect. Bonded into safety vests, jackets, life jackets, rescue equipment, and emergency gear. VynEL™ Splash extends this capability into water-immersion safety applications.

Active light source Life jacket compatible Emergency services Custom shapes / logos

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Custom OEM
& Manufacturing

VynEL™ is manufactured using a screen-printing process that makes custom shapes, sizes, colors, and printed graphics commercially viable — even at relatively small production quantities. Tooling screens are held for the lifetime of the project. We work with brands from single-piece prototypes through high-volume production runs with manufacturing facilities in Portland, China, and Taiwan.

Any shape or size Printed graphics & logos Single piece to millions US design + Asia production

Product Variants

Three formats.
One technology.

VynEL™

Standard — Heavier Duty

The original. A textured finish and slightly heavier construction makes this the right choice for outerwear, sporting goods, gear, and outdoor products where durability matters more than stretch.

Best for Outerwear, gear, outdoor

Finish Textured

Stretch Minimal

Application Heat bond or sew-in

VynEL™ Flow

Lightweight — Stretch Fabrics

A lighter-weight construction with slight stretch compatibility. Designed for activewear, performance fabrics, and applications where the material needs to move with the body rather than hold its shape.

Best for Activewear, performance

Finish Smooth

Stretch Yes

Application Heat bond or iron-on

VynEL™ Splash

Waterproof — Marine / Water Safety

Engineered specifically for water immersion applications — wetsuits, life jackets, marine gear, rescue equipment, and water sports products. Extended waterproofing beyond standard IP67 for sustained immersion environments.

Best for Marine, water safety

Water rating IP68 immersion

Power Parallel EL inverter

Application Bond or mechanical

OEM & Wholesale

Built for
production scale.

VynEL™ is available for custom OEM integration — from prototype quantities to production runs in the millions. We work directly with product developers, manufacturers, and brands to engineer the right format, size, color, and power solution for your specific application.

Our design team is based in Portland, Oregon, with production facilities in China and Taiwan. Standard NRE (tooling) is $500 one-time for custom shapes — then you own those screens for the project lifetime.

Custom Shapes & Sizes

Any 2D shape is achievable via the screen-printing process. Circles, logos, complex outlines, and branded shapes are all standard options.

Color Matching

11 standard colors available off the shelf. Custom color matching via printed film overlays for branded or specific application requirements.

Printed Graphics & Logos

Multi-color images and brand logos can be printed on the secondary film layer, allowing the design to glow when powered and appear as standard print when not.

US Design, Global Production

Design and engineering support in Portland, Oregon. Manufacturing in China and Taiwan for scalable, cost-effective production at any quantity.

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