FlowLighting Cold Cathode Light Kits

Great Product and Service | Jun 10, 2010

Reviewer: Nate The Great (Lawrence, KS)

I was very impressed when i received the cathodes. They are rather small and look really good when lighting up my truck. The only things i had a problem with is that the wires from the transformers to the cathodes are very short and could use them longer. I received one broken but they sent a replacement right away. They are very bright and simple much easier and much nicer than most other means of lighting

Why pay for electricity? | May 27, 2010

Reviewer: Tom & Tyler (Mint Hill, NC)

We ordered 3 white cathode kits this week to use in Tom's solar powered home lighting project. We set up a 12 volt system with seven 5-watt solar panels charging a deep cycle marine battery, and we wanted to use these cold cathodes as main lighting for the house because of their low power consumption and bright light output. We are very impressed with the brightness of these kits (especially given the low price!) So far, so good. We're running two of the kits while waiting on a replacement for the transformer for the third kit, which despite being defective upon arrival, we're still pleased to give these kits a 5 star review. The brightness is way beyond expected, so much that we probably didn't even need the third kit, the other two are lighting the living room and kitchen nearly as well as the regular house lighting did. We've done the math, and one day of the solar panels charging the battery should allow these kits to run 48 hours minimum without requiring recharging. For this type of project, dollar for dollar, cathodes seem to be the winning choice so far when compared to LEDs. We'll write another review after seeing how long the cathodes last before burning out. We expect the longevity in this application to be more-so than what you'd expect them to last in a car's 12 volt system, due to the fluctuations in voltage of the car's alternator, combined with the consumption of power from other things, such as the air conditioner, heater, or stereo system.

Great Product! | May 14, 2010

Reviewer: Andrew G. (Springfield, MO)

I just received these today and installed them in my Car. I had some other lights under the dash before I got these cold cathodes, and I must say, these are much brighter and more high quality. I am greatly impressed with Oznium and will buy from them again!

somewhat dim | Apr 26, 2010

Reviewer: Matthew O (OH)

the first time i ordered these in a blue set for my acura and they were very bright. It was nuts how bright they were they lit up the whole under dash area, and you couldn't stare at the cathodes. The red ones I just got today are much dimmer, you can look into them without pain and they only cover about 30-40% of the floor area. Did something change where the new style cathodes are dimmer? if so I am going to get LED's as my dome light outshines these.

great for interior lighting and aesthetics | Apr 14, 2010

Reviewer: Ace (Flushing, NY)

I'm running 6 cathodes under the dash and seats. They're great and bright, especially with clear rubber mats. Although some of them dim very noticeably after a while, nothing $4+shipping can't fix.

RANDOM BURNOUTS | Mar 04, 2010

Reviewer: Tony (FL)

I have had some of these last, but sooner or later either the element splits at the middle, or the transformers blow. They are extremely temper mental! Although, I have heard that the transformer and cathodes run great off of approximately a 10v power source, but they are "compatible" with a 12v power source. I highly recommend forking out the extra couple bucks to get the flexible LED strips. I will say though that Oznium's customer service was INCREDIBLE and they replaced all of the burnt out bulbs, but I eventually got sick of replacing them.

Great Product and Service | Mar 01, 2010

Reviewer: Andre Watson (Chapel Hill, NC)

I bought 2 white kits, one for the trunk and one for the footwells. The only complaint I have is the small length of white wire from the cathodes to the transformer. The install in the foot wells would have been much easier with longer wires. However, the quality is great! I love the output in both the floor and the trunk. I had a transformer blow in the footwell and Oznium sent out a replacement (extremely fast) no questions asked! Great product, great company! I always get my lights from them and can't wait for them to expand their line!

Cathodes good, transformers bad | Jan 30, 2010

Reviewer: Ed N (Piscataway, NJ)

The blue cathodes I purchased have excellent color consistency. Each 12" tube does a great job illuminating an automotive footwell. Two 12" tubes also can provide illumination behind the television in a home entertainment center. The unique design of the tube and the outboard transformer allows for flexible installation, but it would be nice if the acrylic tube ends offered some mount points.

The transformers are not suited for automotive applications. Mine lasted a week in the car before they died; Oznium quickly shipped a replacement (thank you!). The transformer is inadequate for a noisy 13-16vDC automotive voltage load. For several months, I have ran the new transformers from mains power using a 7.5vDC adapter (measured output is 10vDC), and I've had no problems. I would be happy to pay up for a more heavy duty transformer if one became available.

I have Oznium LED products lighting up my car now, and I am much happier keeping the cathodes indoors.

very bright | Jan 02, 2010

Reviewer: devon walters (Bend, OR)

i got two kits, one with green and one with blue cathodes. even though 1 transformer broke and 1 blue cathode wire broke they were BRIGHT! i just hooked them directly into a home ac adapter and they are awsome!

Always loved these | Oct 05, 2009

Reviewer: Anthony (Cheektowaga, NY)

Bought a few kits and they've been great. Bought one recently and one of the bulbs was much dimmer than the other. I notified Oznium and they sent a whole new kit free of charge! I'll be buying more kits soon!