Frequently Asked Questions
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Do LED lights ever burn out?
LED lights tend not to "burn out" in the traditional way a tungsten bulb would. They do fade but over great lengths of time with continued use and will not violently pop or explode. The only real limitation on LED life are the limitations of its power source, in our case, alkaline/lithium batteries.
How long will my light up product last?
Lighted products will generally last as long as their batteries can power them (and even then, they can simply be replaced). Litecubes have clocked in at several days of continued use in testing (their single LED draws little power) and while more complex products may not last as long, they will function for at least one night with battery replacement. Setting the product to "flash" instead of "steady-on" can exponentially increase battery life and purchasing high-quality lithium-inflused batteries will obviously result in great results.
Are some LED colors better than others?
LED lights, unlike chemical glow, will generally light up consistently regardless of color. However, bright colors such as green will draw battery power more than dark colors such as red. This often results in the green and/or blue LEDs in a product failing to light while a red will continue on as the battery charge fades. If you experience a green or blue LED light failing while a red is still functioning, try replacing the batteries before assuming that all is lost.
What kind of batteries do lighted items use?
Though it does vary widely, most of our light up glasses, cups, and bowls require "AG13" button cells (2-3 per item) that can be purchased in packs from our web store or from any number of craft retailers and chain markets. Litecube batteries, unfortunately, are not replaceable as that would compromise the product's waterproof casing.
Are light up items reuseable?
Certainly! One of the big advantages of LED lights over chemical glow is that lighted items can be switched on and off, often have multiple modes of operation, and can be reused over and over again (assuming you replace the batteries). We do not recommend machine washing our products as the plastic can melt, but they can definitely be washed by hand and used again and again.
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